Job title: Behavioral Health Crisis System Analyst – Business and Finance Officer III (BFO III)
Company: King County
Job description: SummaryThe Department of Community and Human Services values diverse perspectives and life experiences. The Department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with lived experiences.
King County’s Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) provides equitable opportunities for people to be healthy, happy, and connected to community. We believe in working as one team that solves problems-striving to be customer-focused and drive for the best results.DCHS is seeking a skilled, knowledgeable, and highly motivated team player to serve as the Behavioral Health Crisis Systems Fiscal Analyst (BFO III). The BFO III position presents a unique opportunity to an individual seeking to utilize and expand their leadership skills, provide data analysis and recommendations, and leverage partnerships to effectively manage DCHS finances.This position reports directly to the Budget Monitoring and Reporting Section Manager (BFO IV) and serves as the lead Fiscal Analyst for the Behavioral Health Administrative Services Organization (BHASO) and Crisis Care Center (CCC) programs. The position manages the day-to-day financial management of the funds, including developing budget to actuals reports, coordinating financials with program leads, processing accounting transactions, tracking and documenting financial decisions, and ad hoc analysis as necessary.WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications.REQUIRED MATERIALS: Candidates who wish to be considered for the position must submit a complete King County application online and respond to the supplemental questions. Interviews will occur on or around September 10 and 11, 2024.WORK SCHEDULE/CONDITIONS: This position is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and not eligible for overtime. Typical hours are Monday – Friday 8am-5pm. This Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Special Duty Assignment (SDA) is scheduled for 24 months with the possibility of an extension based on operational need. The position is represented by PROTEC17.MISSION CRITICAL POSITION STATUS: This position has designated Non-Mission Critical. Unless otherwise directed by the County Executive, department director or agency head, all employees, regardless of designation, are expected to report to work or request leave during an emergency or inclement weather. For more detailed information, please visit and the .TELEWORKING REQUIREMENT: The work associated with this position will be performed through a combination of teleworking complemented with onsite work and meetings as needed. Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. Please note that when an employee conducts work that is likely to bring them in contact with another individual, safety precautions are required, including the . King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing our carbon footprint.King County has a robust collection of to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department’s hybrid environment.
RECRUITER:Job Duties
- Coordinate, prepare and review budgets, evaluate proposed expenditures and revenues, and perform detailed financial analysis and forecasting.
- Deliver financial reporting and consultation to program and finance managers.
- Perform detailed expense reconciliation and compliance review.
- Support fiscal year-end close processes as needed, including accruals.
- Oversee financial systems in area of responsibility (e.g., budgeting, accounting, reporting).
- Evaluate fiscal processes for efficiency and implement continuous quality improvement.
- Lead projects and analysis that deliver data-informed recommendations to support organizational initiatives and strategic decision-making.
- Participate in the development, review, and implementation of financial and other technical criteria for contracts.
- Coordinate, interpret and implement federal, state, county and local laws, policies and procedures as necessary.
- Assist with department-wide financial management as needed.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, public administration, or accounting and six years of progressive responsibility in finance, and/or any equivalent combination of experience and education which provides the desired skills, knowledge, and ability required to perform the work.
- Experience with budget development and monitoring.
- Experience evaluating expenditures for allowability and financial compliance.
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Skilled in effectively presenting and communicating complex financial information to a wide range of audiences, including non-technical audiences.
- Ability to work collaboratively to secure integrated work products.
- Highly self-motivated individual with independent time management skills.
- Very effective communicator in written, verbal and presentation forms.
- Intermediate/advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office suite.
- Commitment to racial equity and the King County Equity and Social Justice Strategic Plan.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience with Oracle reporting systems.
- Advanced knowledge of financial statement analysis and/or compliance audits.
- Knowledge of King County programs, funding sources, policies and requirements.
- Knowledge of governmental accounting and finance.
- Management and supervisory experience; including hiring, supervision, staff development and performance management.
Supplemental InformationForbes named King County as one of Washington State’s best employers.Together, with leadership and our employees, we’re changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? dedicated to serving one of the nation’s best places to live, work and play.Guided by our , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles – we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) EmployerNo person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.To ApplyIf you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement. on this job announcement.King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees’ health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: King County employees are eligible to participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite activity centers
- Employee Giving Program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
For additional information about employee benefits, visit our .This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
Expected salary: $98196.8 – 124488 per year
Location: Seattle, WA
Job date: Sun, 11 Aug 2024 00:37:37 GMT
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