FINANCIAL ANALYST (M)
Apply NowCompany: City of Burbank, CA
Location: Burbank, CA 91505
Description:
Salary : $103,975.56 - $136,727.76 Annually
Location : Burbank, CA
Job Type: Expedited
Job Number: 250343M1
Department: Burbank Water & Power
Opening Date: 04/25/2025
Closing Date: 5/9/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
OPEN COMPETITIVE RECRUITMENT
Open to all qualified candidates.
Tentative examination dates for this recruitment:
Week of 5/26/25 - Blind supplemental scoring
Dates may change due to unforeseen circumstances. Candidates who pass each phase of the recruitment process will be notified of the official examination dates.
Under general direction, performs highly technical, administrative, and financial management related duties, including budget planning and analysis, financial modeling, financial planning and analysis, and information systems analysis; prepares reports and recommendations on difficult and complex financial, business, and information systems matters; and to do related work as required.
Essential Functions
Provides technical and financial assistance in the operation of the department; assists in the development of the department's financial management, objectives, policies, and procedures; assists department managers and departmental staff in financial management, accounting, and business planning; assists in financial modeling, financial planning and analysis, reporting, and forecasting; performs revenue analysis, expense analysis, and capital expenditure analysis; conducts special studies compiling statistical and financial data for special and/or regular financial and operational reports; examines and verifies financial information; prepares financial and operational statements, surveys, and administrative reports; investigates, interprets, analyzes and prepares recommendations for new products or services; confers with related staff; may direct and participate in administrative and financial projects as required; responds to citizen and departmental inquiries pertaining to the financial policies and procedures of the department; may supervise employees; and provides technical financial and accounting assistance.
Minimum Qualifications
Employment Standards:
Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of general government or utility finance and accounting, with emphasis on planning, budgeting, finance, reporting, and organizational analysis; organization and utility operations; administrative principles and methods, including goal setting, budget and financial management, performance measurement and best practices; general laws and regulations governing finance and accounting for government or utilities.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; interpret, provide assistance, and make decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, and policies; review and analyze a variety of organizational, financial, and administrative problems and make sound policy and procedural recommendations; prepare and present written and oral reports; create financial or accounting spreadsheets or financial reports with the use of personal computer or other financial application software programs; establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, and the public.
Education/Training: Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for acceptable job performance as determined by the City. Example combination includes, but is not limited to graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor's Degree in finance, accounting, business administration or a related field, and three years of progressively responsible finance, accounting, or business experience.
Supplemental Information
A valid California Class "C" driver's license or equivalent may be required at time of appointment.
Desirable Qualifications: CPA, MBA or CFA; if the recruitment is for a utility assignment, experience in a public or investor-owned utility.
This job title is represented by the Burbank Management Association (BMA)
The City of Burbank offers excellent employee benefits, please click on the following link for additional information regarding employee benefits: https://www.burbankca.gov/web/management-services/employee-benefits
Additionally, there are Benefit Summary Sheets for each represented and unrepresented employee group that provide a more detailed summary of benefits. There are also some Benefit Summary Sheets for specific job titles. To access the Benefit Summary Sheets, please click here: https://www.burbankca.gov/web/management-services/benefits-summary-sheets
Please note, employee benefits vary based on employment status - full-time or part-time; regular or temporary, and many benefits are not applicable to temporary employees.
01
You must answer the following question in order to be considered for the position. The purpose of this Supplemental Questionnaire is to give you an opportunity to provide additional information regarding your specific qualifications for the position of Financial Analyst. This Supplemental Questionnaire is considered part of your application process and will be evaluated along with your application on a competitive basis to determine which applicants will proceed to the next step in the selection process.INSTRUCTIONSAnswer should be complete, specific, and precise. Incomplete, illegible, vague, or excessively long responses to any question may disqualify you from being considered further for the position. Please be specific in answering the Supplemental Questions, as they will be used to evaluate which applicants will be given further consideration in the process. DO NOT answer, "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Click "Yes" to reflect that you have read and understand this statement.
02
I certify that the Supplemental Questionnaire responses are my own and were not generated by artificial intelligence (AI) or any other automated tool. I understand that submitting responses that are not my own may result in disqualification from the selection process or removal from employment consideration.
03
Describe a time when you developed a financial model to support decision-making. What was the purpose of the model, what data did you use, and how did your analysis impact business or operational decisions?
04
Share an example of a budget you helped create or manage. What challenges did you face in the budgeting process, and how did you ensure accuracy and alignment with organizational goals?
05
Tell us about a complex financial or business challenge you encountered. How did you analyze the issue, what solutions did you propose, and what was the outcome?
06
Explain a situation where you had to present financial data to a non-financial audience (e.g., executives, department heads, or the public). How did you tailor your approach to ensure clarity and understanding?
07
Provide an example of a time when you identified a need for a new financial policy or procedure. How did you develop and implement it, and what impact did it have on efficiency or compliance?
08
Describe your experience working with financial software or data analysis tools. Have you ever been involved in implementing or improving financial systems? If so, what role did you play, and what was the result?
09
This position may require one to be very independent and at times team oriented. Please tell us about a project you were given little direction yet were required to complete the project from start to finish. What was your approach to getting started and what was the result? FOLLOW UP: What did you do to ensure that the project was completed, and you weren't missing any project details?
10
Please briefly describe your background, experience, and training as it relates to this position.
11
Can you describe a scenario where you had to identify and address data inconsistencies impacting rate analysis?
12
Which of the following educational backgrounds do you possess?
13
How many years of work experience do you have in the following areas: finance, accounting, or business?
14
I understand that all requested information must be furnished on the application itself. Resumes and/or attachments may be included, but CANNOT BE SUBSTITUTED for a completed application form. A resume submitted in lieu of an application will not be sufficient. Furthermore, "See resume" is not an acceptable response under Duties. An application containing this response may be deemed incomplete. If I do not provide information on my application under Education, Experience, and/or License and Certificates sections that I meet the minimum qualifications for the position I am applying for, I will be deemed "not qualified" and may not proceed in the recruitment.
Required Question
Location : Burbank, CA
Job Type: Expedited
Job Number: 250343M1
Department: Burbank Water & Power
Opening Date: 04/25/2025
Closing Date: 5/9/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
OPEN COMPETITIVE RECRUITMENT
Open to all qualified candidates.
Tentative examination dates for this recruitment:
Week of 5/26/25 - Blind supplemental scoring
Dates may change due to unforeseen circumstances. Candidates who pass each phase of the recruitment process will be notified of the official examination dates.
Under general direction, performs highly technical, administrative, and financial management related duties, including budget planning and analysis, financial modeling, financial planning and analysis, and information systems analysis; prepares reports and recommendations on difficult and complex financial, business, and information systems matters; and to do related work as required.
Essential Functions
Provides technical and financial assistance in the operation of the department; assists in the development of the department's financial management, objectives, policies, and procedures; assists department managers and departmental staff in financial management, accounting, and business planning; assists in financial modeling, financial planning and analysis, reporting, and forecasting; performs revenue analysis, expense analysis, and capital expenditure analysis; conducts special studies compiling statistical and financial data for special and/or regular financial and operational reports; examines and verifies financial information; prepares financial and operational statements, surveys, and administrative reports; investigates, interprets, analyzes and prepares recommendations for new products or services; confers with related staff; may direct and participate in administrative and financial projects as required; responds to citizen and departmental inquiries pertaining to the financial policies and procedures of the department; may supervise employees; and provides technical financial and accounting assistance.
Minimum Qualifications
Employment Standards:
Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of general government or utility finance and accounting, with emphasis on planning, budgeting, finance, reporting, and organizational analysis; organization and utility operations; administrative principles and methods, including goal setting, budget and financial management, performance measurement and best practices; general laws and regulations governing finance and accounting for government or utilities.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; interpret, provide assistance, and make decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, and policies; review and analyze a variety of organizational, financial, and administrative problems and make sound policy and procedural recommendations; prepare and present written and oral reports; create financial or accounting spreadsheets or financial reports with the use of personal computer or other financial application software programs; establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, and the public.
Education/Training: Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for acceptable job performance as determined by the City. Example combination includes, but is not limited to graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor's Degree in finance, accounting, business administration or a related field, and three years of progressively responsible finance, accounting, or business experience.
Supplemental Information
A valid California Class "C" driver's license or equivalent may be required at time of appointment.
Desirable Qualifications: CPA, MBA or CFA; if the recruitment is for a utility assignment, experience in a public or investor-owned utility.
This job title is represented by the Burbank Management Association (BMA)
The City of Burbank offers excellent employee benefits, please click on the following link for additional information regarding employee benefits: https://www.burbankca.gov/web/management-services/employee-benefits
Additionally, there are Benefit Summary Sheets for each represented and unrepresented employee group that provide a more detailed summary of benefits. There are also some Benefit Summary Sheets for specific job titles. To access the Benefit Summary Sheets, please click here: https://www.burbankca.gov/web/management-services/benefits-summary-sheets
Please note, employee benefits vary based on employment status - full-time or part-time; regular or temporary, and many benefits are not applicable to temporary employees.
01
You must answer the following question in order to be considered for the position. The purpose of this Supplemental Questionnaire is to give you an opportunity to provide additional information regarding your specific qualifications for the position of Financial Analyst. This Supplemental Questionnaire is considered part of your application process and will be evaluated along with your application on a competitive basis to determine which applicants will proceed to the next step in the selection process.INSTRUCTIONSAnswer should be complete, specific, and precise. Incomplete, illegible, vague, or excessively long responses to any question may disqualify you from being considered further for the position. Please be specific in answering the Supplemental Questions, as they will be used to evaluate which applicants will be given further consideration in the process. DO NOT answer, "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Click "Yes" to reflect that you have read and understand this statement.
- Yes
- No
02
I certify that the Supplemental Questionnaire responses are my own and were not generated by artificial intelligence (AI) or any other automated tool. I understand that submitting responses that are not my own may result in disqualification from the selection process or removal from employment consideration.
- Yes, I certify that the responses provided are my own.
03
Describe a time when you developed a financial model to support decision-making. What was the purpose of the model, what data did you use, and how did your analysis impact business or operational decisions?
04
Share an example of a budget you helped create or manage. What challenges did you face in the budgeting process, and how did you ensure accuracy and alignment with organizational goals?
05
Tell us about a complex financial or business challenge you encountered. How did you analyze the issue, what solutions did you propose, and what was the outcome?
06
Explain a situation where you had to present financial data to a non-financial audience (e.g., executives, department heads, or the public). How did you tailor your approach to ensure clarity and understanding?
07
Provide an example of a time when you identified a need for a new financial policy or procedure. How did you develop and implement it, and what impact did it have on efficiency or compliance?
08
Describe your experience working with financial software or data analysis tools. Have you ever been involved in implementing or improving financial systems? If so, what role did you play, and what was the result?
09
This position may require one to be very independent and at times team oriented. Please tell us about a project you were given little direction yet were required to complete the project from start to finish. What was your approach to getting started and what was the result? FOLLOW UP: What did you do to ensure that the project was completed, and you weren't missing any project details?
10
Please briefly describe your background, experience, and training as it relates to this position.
11
Can you describe a scenario where you had to identify and address data inconsistencies impacting rate analysis?
12
Which of the following educational backgrounds do you possess?
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Associate's degree in business or a related field
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field
- Master's degree in finance or business
- None
13
How many years of work experience do you have in the following areas: finance, accounting, or business?
- 0 - 11 months of experience
- 1 - 2 years of experience
- 3 - 4 years of experience
- 5+ years of experience
14
I understand that all requested information must be furnished on the application itself. Resumes and/or attachments may be included, but CANNOT BE SUBSTITUTED for a completed application form. A resume submitted in lieu of an application will not be sufficient. Furthermore, "See resume" is not an acceptable response under Duties. An application containing this response may be deemed incomplete. If I do not provide information on my application under Education, Experience, and/or License and Certificates sections that I meet the minimum qualifications for the position I am applying for, I will be deemed "not qualified" and may not proceed in the recruitment.
- YES
Required Question