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ADMNISTRATIVE ANALYST II - FINANCIAL

Monthly Salary Range: $4,999 to $6,076

Solano County Water Agency

P.O. Box 349 - Elmira Road , CA 95625

(707) 451-6090

www.scwa2.com

Deadline for Applications: August 12, 2005 12:00 PM

Job Description:

This is a non-management level position. The Administrative Analyst II – Financial provides a variety of financial and accounting administrative services under the supervision of the General Manager.

The Solano County Water Agency provides a wholesale water supply, flood management and resource management to Solano County. The Agency is involved in a number of innovative water and resource management programs that demand a high level of professional competence, including administrative support staff. The Administrative Analyst position is one of eight positions within the Agency. Therefore, the candidate needs be a team player who is flexible to meet changing demands of the Agency, with a positive outlook. The Administrative Analyst, under the supervision of the General Manager, is responsible for all financial aspects of the Agency. The main function of this position is accounting, but ability to perform the other duties listed in the job description is important.

The SCWA office is located in the town of Elmira, just outside of Vacaville.

Examples of Duties:

Agency accounting - maintains complete Agency accounting records to governmental standards
Accounts payable/accounts receivable – processes all billing and invoices for the Agency
Maintaining records of Water Use
Administer billing and payment of Solano Project and North Bay Aqueduct water supplies
Maintenance of Agency financial and budget data
Preparation of Agency budget
Preparation of analyses of Agency expenditures and income
Grant administration – maintaining financial records of grant expenditures, preparing reimbursement requests, preparing regular grant reports
Preparation and coordination with outside Auditor
Departmental payroll and benefit administration
General office management
Providing of information to the public
Coordination with clerical staff
Other duties as assigned

Typical Physical Activities:

Drives a vehicle on Agency business

Communicates orally with co-workers and the public in face-to-face, one-to-one, and group settings
Regularly uses a telephone for communication
Uses office equipment such as computers, copiers and FAX machines
Sits for extended time periods
Hearing and vision within normal ranges

Special Requirements:

Possession of an appropriate California operator’s license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles. Possession and proof of a good driving record as evidenced by freedom from multiple or serious traffic violations or accidents for at least two (2) years’ duration. The driving record will not contribute to an increase in the Agency’s automobile insurance rates.

Qualifications:

Knowledge of:

Governmental Fund Accounting – experience in double entry accounting systems, general ledger, balance sheets and budget reports
Budgeting
Accounts payable/accounts receivable using computer applications
Computers for spread sheet applications
Human resources management
Public agency policies and procedures

Ability to:

Implement financial system, including accounting, budgeting and accounts payable/receivable
Assist with and perform budget preparation, analysis and administration, including revenue forecasting and capital project financing, monitor expenditures, approve invoices and purchases
Assist in preparation of funding program grant applications, administration and financial reporting for multiple large grants
Manage Agency insurance and risk management program
Manage Agency human resources program
Maintain tactful and good relations when working with the public regarding Agency services and complaints
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
Write concise and accurate reports
Orally present finding and reports
Complete multiple simultaneous assignments without constant supervision
Complete projects within budgeted amounts
Administratively support technical staff

Desirable Education and Experience:

College level classes in accounting or equivalent job experience. Four years experience working in governmental office performing similar function.

Employee Benefits:

The Agency pays the full cost (employees and employers share) for Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) – 2% @55 formula. Agency is not enrolled in Social Security.

The Agency pays the cost of the following benefits:

Dental Insurance for employee and dependents.
Disability Insurance for the employee.
Long-Term Care Insurance for the employee

The Agency has a Cafeteria Plan for medical insurance (through PERS). Up to $10,000 per year is available for medical insurance costs. 25% of any unutilized benefits in the cafeteria plan is reimbursed to the employee at the end of the calendar year.

The Agency has a deferred compensation plan that employees can choose to participate in.

Vacation: 15 days per year for first three years and 20 days per year after.

Sick leave: 12 days per year

Holidays: 13 days

How to Apply:

Submittal of Solano County Water Agency Application for Employment is required. Application form can be downloaded from SCWA web page at www.scwa2.com. Or contact the SCWA office at (707) 451-6090.