Job Description
The Iowa Judicial Branch, Children’s Justice in State Court Administration, is seeking applicants for a Finance Analyst to administer, process, analyze, and report on finance, grant activities, and budgets supporting the state-wide treatment courts, the Court Improvement Program, and other supporting programs.
This position will ensure expenditures align with approved budgets, funding requirements, and accurate financial records. This position will reconcile and analyze funding and prepare financial forecasts to anticipate program budgets. This position will communicate current funding status and develop forecasts based on financial data. This position will work closely with the Iowa Judicial Branch finance team for processing expenditures and invoice payments. This position will prepare and provide accurate financial reports.
The successful candidate will understand organizational accounting and finance standards. This position will apply Generally Accepted Accounting Practices (GAAP), compliance, and control procedures. This person will have sharp attention to detail and analytical skills.
What’s In It For You
- Collaborative, positive professional work environment
- Opportunities to make a widespread difference in the Iowa communities
- Excellent benefits package
- Paid Holidays/Vacation/Sick Leave
- Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System (IPERS) plan
- Employee discount program
- Employment with the Iowa Judicial Branch may qualify for the federal student loan repayment program
The pay range for this position is $58,219.20 - $92,040.00 annually. This is an FLSA-non-exempt position. The starting wage for new state employees is expected to be at the base of the pay range. Adjustments may be made if the successful candidate has relevant experience.
Position classification is determined as the ‘best fit’ of the duties assigned to and performed by a position. This position is classified as a Finance Analystas summarized below.
Summary
Analyze the Iowa Judicial Branch's financial operations and allocate resources efficiently.
Examples Of Duties And Responsibilities
- Organize finances, prepare reports, and monitor expenditures, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Review and analyze payments, receipts, and transactions.
- Develop budgets with managers. Review funding requests for merit and accuracy. Analyze reconciliation and resolve discrepancies.
- Review proposals for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with Iowa Judicial Branch standards.
- Provide budget and forecast adjustment recommendations based on data and evidence-based analysis.
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Knowledge of accounting and finance principles, laws, and best practices.
- Technical knowledge in accounting, GAAP, tax requirements of government agencies, financial reporting requirements, and general audit compliance and control procedures.
- Familiarity with the Iowa Judicial Branch’s goals and objectives, various court procedures, legal terminology, and legislative process.
- Ability to secure confidential information.
- Effective listening and communication skills.
- Problem-solving and analytical skills.
This is a non-merit position with the Iowa Judicial Branch. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section.
Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
The incumbent must meet the minimum requirements to qualify for the position.
- High school diploma (or high school equivalency diploma).
- Two (2) years’ experience in the administration, operation, or execution of a program or related experience.
Experience may be substituted with related education on the basis that successful completion of thirty (30) semester hours or academic equivalent equals one year of experience.
Additional Information
This is a full-time, grant-funded position, and employment is contingent upon the continued availability of grant funds.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
- Experience with government accounting.
- Experience with managing organizational budgets.
- Experience with grant expenditures or budgets.
The Iowa Judicial Branch is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Applicants may review the Equal Employment Opportunity Utilization Report from the Iowa Judicial Branch website as part of our commitment to transparency and compliance with federal and state regulations.
