Note: This job will be posted through 11:59 PM of the day prior to the end date listed.
Current Washington County Employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.
Job Type:
RegularPay Range:
$90,615.36 - $110,120.04 SalaryDepartment:
District AttorneyFLSA Exemption Status:
ExemptAbout the Opportunity:
The Financial Analyst supports the District Attorney’s Office by performing a wide range of financial, statistical, and budgetary analysis tasks. This role plays a critical part in developing, monitoring, and administering the department’s annual budget, forecasting revenues and expenditures, preparing grant applications, managing awarded grants, overseeing operational financial processes, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
The position also maintains financial records, prepares quarterly and annual financial reports for grants, monitors budget activity, and provides management with timely and accurate financial analyses. The Financial Analyst collaborates closely with internal staff, county departments, grant managers, and external partners.
Key Responsibilities Include:
• Conduct detailed analysis during annual budget development, including reviewing personnel costs, estimating program revenues and expenditures, preparing budget scenarios, ensuring narrative accuracy, and developing mid-year and year end estimates.
• Monitor the department’s adopted budget and prepare adjustments as needed; identify and correct general ledger errors and prepare appropriate journal entries.
• Assist with all phases of grant application and administration—draft budgets, ensure compliance with grantor requirements, facilitate grant acceptance, set up tracking systems, monitor expenditures, prepare quarterly reports, and support audit processes.
• Prepare and process contracts related to grant activities.
• Oversee operational financial functions including expenditure approvals, account coding accuracy, p card transactions, vendor orders, accounts receivable management, discovery fee processing, and weekly deposit preparation.
• Prepare and distribute monthly discovery fee statements, respond to inquiries from defense attorneys, and manage collections when necessary.
• Track victim emergency funds, petty cash, gift cards, and related items to ensure proper authorization and fiscal controls
Ideal Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge
• Knowledge of working with state and federal grants, including grant budgeting, compliance, reporting requirements, and grantor communication.
• Local government budgeting, fiscal management, and administration.
• Government finance and accounting principles and procedures; GAAP.
• Revenue and expenditure forecasting methods and models.
• Financial analysis and forecasting techniques.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, including requirements for federal awards.
Skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound judgment in resolving complex issues.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and within tight deadlines.
• Skill in evaluating complex problems and implementing effective solutions.
Abilities
• Analyze, organize, and interpret financial data to draw logical conclusions and make recommendations.
• Maintain and balance financial records, ledgers, and associated files.
• Interpret and apply federal, state, and local laws, policies, and regulations.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with stakeholders.
• Work independently, follow instructions, and perform tasks accurately and efficiently.
To review the complete classification, including the full list of knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) associated with this position, use this link: Financial Analyst
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
A Bachelor's Degree in finance, accounting, economics, statistics, or a related field; AND two (2) years of progressively responsible professional experience performing budgetary or financial analysis, or auditing; OR
An Associate's Degree in finance, accounting, economics, statistics, or a related field; AND four (4) years of progressively responsible professional experience performing budgetary or financial analysis, or auditing; OR
Six (6) years of progressively responsible professional experience performing budgetary or financial analysis, or auditing, of which at least four (4) years of experience must be in the public sector.
Additional Requirements
Criminal Background check
About the Department/Division:
The Washington County District Attorney’s Office promotes justice and community safety by prosecuting criminal offenses, supporting victims, and collaborating with justice system partners throughout the county. The office is committed to integrity, fairness, and high-quality public service as it carries out its mission on behalf of the community.
Selection Process:
You can review our standard selection process here.
Our commitment to you:
Washington County is an equal opportunity employer committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony. We promote employee development and offer an award-winning benefits and wellness program as well as an opportunity to serve and support our vibrant community.
Veterans' Preference:
If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act:
Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or email: [email protected] at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.
Status of Your Application:
You will be advised by email of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email.
Notice: Washington County is currently undergoing a comprehensive classification and compensation study. The purpose of this project is to create new job descriptions and create new classification and compensation systems. Outcomes of the project will include changes to classification titles, which could impact compensation structures. No one will have their pay rate lowered because of this project. For represented positions, appropriate bargaining processes will be utilized prior to implementation.
Questions?
Recruiter:
Brighton BohnenkampEmail Address:
[email protected]Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in finance, accounting, economics, statistics, or related field AND two (2) years of progressively responsible professional experience performing budgetary or financial analysis or auditing
- Associate's Degree in finance, accounting, economics, statistics, or related field AND four (4) years of progressively responsible professional experience performing budgetary or financial analysis or auditing
- Six (6) years of progressively responsible professional experience performing budgetary or financial analysis or auditing, of which at least four (4) years must be in the public sector
- Criminal background check
- Knowledge of working with state and federal grants including budgeting, compliance, and reporting requirements
- Knowledge of government finance and accounting principles and procedures; GAAP
What We Do
Washington County is a local government entity dedicated to providing excellent and cost-effective services that support healthy, peaceful, safe, and sustainable communities. The organization manages various public services and infrastructure for its residents, ensuring the well-being and security of the local population through comprehensive programs, including community health, safety, and social services such as juvenile counseling.
