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Classification: Exempt
The Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency (SHRA) is looking for a Finance Analyst to join the Finance department. The Finance Analyst plays a critical role in ensuring the integrity of the general ledger and related financial systems. The Finance Analyst is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, analyzing general ledger activities, and preparing reconciliations.
Why Join SHRA?
SHRA's mission is to revitalize communities, provide affordable housing opportunities, and to serve as the Housing Authority for the City and County of Sacramento. In addition to being a part of an influential organization in the Sacramento community, employees in this classification are eligible for many great benefits.
SHRA's great benefits include:
- Alternate 9/80 Work Schedule: Enjoy a two-week schedule of nine 9-hour days with every other Friday off, giving you more long weekends to relax and maintain work-life balance.
- CalPERS Pension Retirement: Secure your future with a robust retirement plan. CalPERS is the largest public pension fund in the US.
- Comprehensive Health Benefits: Free Medical and Dental insurance for full family (through CalPERS) and free vision insurance for up to Employee +1
- Generous Paid Time Off Package: 12 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, 2 weeks of vacation, plus 80 hours of Supplemental Leave per year
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250/year: SHRA is also a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
- Free Downtown Parking subsidy for eligible employees
- Professional Development opportunities
This position is Full-Time - In Office in Sacramento, CA. However; the Agency operates on a 9-8-80 Work Schedule which provides work-life balance for all with every other Friday off!
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The Finance Analyst plays a critical role in ensuring the integrity of the general ledger and related financial systems. This position combines strong accounting knowledge with advanced analytical skills to deliver high-level financial insights that support strategic decision-making.
The Analyst is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, analyzing general ledger activities, and preparing reconciliations. This role is essential to our month-end and year-end close processes by collaborating with other Finance staff to provide reliable financial data that supports forecasting, reporting, and strategic decision-making.
- Perform reconciliations of general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance with governmental accounting standards and Agency policies.
- Assist with Single Audit and Financial Statement Audit preparation, including compiling supporting documentation, reconciling grant-related transactions, and responding to auditor requests.
- Monitor financial transactions to ensure proper coding, classification, and compliance with internal policies and GAAP.
- Support the Agency’s budget development, mid-year adjustments, and monitoring processes.
- Participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities by reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
- Research and resolve complex discrepancies in financial records by tracing transactions through multiple systems and sources.
- Contribute to process improvements in financial analysis, reporting, and reconciliation practices to strengthen organizational efficiency and accountability.
- Respond to ad hoc requests for financial data and analysis.
Any combination of experience and education that would be likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities could be qualifying, as determined by the Agency. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience 2 - 3 years experience in general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting; government or nonprofit experience strongly preferred
Education Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required. Advanced degree or certification (CPA, CMA, CGFM, CFA) preferred
Knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with enterprise financial systems and data visualization tools is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with GASB and/or FASB standards preferred.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
- Commitment to integrity, accountability, and the Agency’s mission of public service.
OTHER DUTIES:
All employees may be assigned, and required to carry out, additional duties at any time. An employee with a known disability will only be assigned additional duties when the duty being added is an essential function of the position, or can be carried out with reasonable accommodation.
Every employee is expected to participate in discussions of individual, department and Agency performance and work on problem-solving teams as assigned. Any employee serving on a problem-solving team may be asked to carry out the role of team leader.
Any person driving for Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency must maintain a valid driver's license on his/her person, and demonstrate compliance with the motor vehicle law, standards of courtesy on the road and attention to safety. All drivers must maintain their insurability.
SHRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. We do not offer visa sponsorship at this time. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, in accordance with applicable laws including the California Fair Chance Act.
