Financial Specialist IV

Fairfax County Government
$85,318.48 - $142,197.95 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, child care, retirement plan
United States, Virginia, Fairfax
Apr 12, 2025
Job Announcement Join the Park Authority and our nationally recognized team of professionals! The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) is seeking a Financial Reporting & Budget Manager to be a part of one of the most highly regarded park systems in the country. With more than 25,000 acres of parkland, nine RECenters, eight golf courses, three lakefront parks, and more, FCPA is an exciting organization to be a part of and there are many opportunities for staff to make a difference at every level. Under direction of the Senior Fiscal Administrator, Management Analyst IV, this position administers the Park Authority's annual budget in multiple funds and for the management and oversight of capital funding processes, reporting, and associated project budget tracking. Responsibilities include coordinating with business office branch (BO) staff on the management of all budget accounting processes in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), the Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB), county and finance guidelines and managing the complex fiscal processes and associated reporting for the department's capital projects. Also is responsible for oversight of agency audits and producing the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and assists the Senior Fiscal Administrator in coordinating the preparation and submission of highly complex and diversified financial reports of the Fairfax County Park Authority. Additionally, supervises staff responsible for agency financial reconciliations, financial statements, proffers, work performed for others (WPFO), accruals, capital project budgets and approval of agency expenditure funding request. Overtime may be required to meet deadlines. Illustrative Duties (The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.) Prepares or oversees the preparation of large, complex agency budget; Oversees a group of financial staff performing complex work; Assists the Fiscal Manager with development and annual compilation of the annual, quarterly, and carryover budgets; Directs all budgeting, purchasing, and payment activities for a specialized area of grants management, accounts payable/accounts receivable, or financial operation; Assists in the development and implementation of fiscal management and accounting procedures for the agency; Maintains financial policies and procedures and has direct oversight of audits; Coordinates and oversees audit processes; Prepares grant proposals and reports; Ensures compliance with all applicable Federal, State and County regulations and procedures. Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities (The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.) Extensive knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices of governmental budgeting and financial management; Thorough knowledge of intergovernmental financial management, grant management and contract management; Ability to plan and implement activities to ensure effective and efficient utilization of resources. Employment Standards MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following: (Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to") Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with either a bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, public administration, public policy, or related field; plus, four years of professional-level experience in finance, business administration, budgeting, or contract management, a master's degree in a related field or CPA may substitute for 1 year of experience. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in financial related field, CPA, or equivalent work experience. Ten years' experience in budget and oversight of multiple funding sources (bond, grant, capital, operational and revenue). Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite applications. Advance proficiency using SAP or similar ERP financial systems. Ability to download and manipulate data from SAP, data warehouse and PEAQ. Experience with Virginia local governmental accounting and budget processes. Experience within local or state government. Three years' experience developing and producing Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, and credit check to the satisfaction of the employer. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to remain seated at desk for long periods of time. Generally sedentary with walking and lifting up to 10lbs. Must be able to effectively communicate in person and writing. All duties may be performed with or without reasonable accommodations. SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel interview and may include exercise. The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home (Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others) and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity. Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. 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