Financial Analyst

The City of Chehalis is hiring a Financial Analyst.  This is a full-time, non represented mid-management position with a 2022 salary range of $77,989 to $89,784 per year plus benefits. 

This position will remain open until filled - Applications will be reviewed as they arrive and the scheduling of interviews will be determined upon the applications received. 

Nature of Position:

This position performs complex accounting activities requiring full professional competency, including the preparation of various financial reports and statements per requirements established by the State of Washington.

This position is responsible for the accuracy and professional integrity of the City’s financial systems, compliance, reporting and analysis. Performs financial research, planning, analysis within an assigned functional area of responsibility.

Education and Experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, business administration or related field; AND
• Three (3) years or more of increasingly responsible professional work experience in accounting, general ledger, financial analysis, forecasting, grants and contracts, internal audit, and fixed assets, preferably in a governmental setting; or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides a comprehensive knowledge, skills, and abilities of all functional areas of this position may be considered as qualifying.
• Experience working with automated financial information systems, general ledger, analysis, and reconciliations.
• Computer operation skills and experience with variety of software programs including Microsoft Office applications, database, customized and menu-driven programs.

Please see the attached Job Description for the full range of this position's duties and responsibilities. 

To apply: Please submit your Resume, Cover Letter, and completed Supplemental Questions (attached below) to: 

Glenn Schaffer/HR Manager
350 N. Market Blvd.
Chehalis, WA 98532
gschaffer@ci.chehalis.wa.us

The City of Chehalis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.