Finance Analyst

Posting Close Date

Applicants must submit their completed application by 06-28-2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST

Application and Special Instructions

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

As part of the online application process, all applicants are required to submit an updated chronological resume at the time of application. Resumes received after the application closing date will not be considered.

If you possess any of the preference points or educational requirements listed on the posting, and wish to receive consideration for the experience, the supporting documentation should be attached to your application.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be evaluated based on the education and work experience provided in their employment profile, preferred qualifications, and resume. Top applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in an Interview during the week of July 20, 2026. Hiring Interviews MAY occur.

ABOUT THIS JOB

Position Specific Summary

This Finance Analyst position at the City of Tucson’s Business Services Department performs a range of duties supporting the goals and work processes of the Taxpayer Assistance Division.  These duties include system administration responsibilities and process design and data entry guidelines for the tax and license software used by the division.  This position also generates both regular and ad hoc tax and license reports for both internal and external stakeholders.

Work is performed under the supervision of the Finance Manager.  This position does not supervise or lead the work of others.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Serves as System Administrator for OpenGov Tax & Revenue application.
• Creates ad hoc reports on business license data from current and previous license databases, and tax revenue data from Arizona Department of Revenue. Generates monthly reports of new business licenses and quarterly reports of current business licenses for posting on the city website. Responds to public records requests for city business license data.

• Oversees billing processes for annual license fees and quarterly liquor license taxes.  Runs monthly and quarterly penalty and interest process in OpenGov.
• Performs research related to tax and license policy and legislation.
• Acts as backup to Finance Manager for production of weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports on city privilege tax revenues for management and other stakeholders.
• Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.

Working Conditions

Mostly office environment. 

All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor's Degree 
Work Experience: Three (3) years of directly related experience.  

Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field; Master’s degree preferred.
Three (3) or more years of experience in financial analysis, governmental accounting, tax administration, or business licensing operations.
Experience with municipal financial systems, tax and revenue applications (e.g., OpenGov or similar), and enterprise reporting tools.
Experience developing reports and analyzing data using Excel or other data/reporting tools.
Familiarity with Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) data, transaction privilege tax (TPT), or municipal tax and licensing processes.
Experience supporting billing processes, revenue tracking, and responding to public records requests.

POSITION DETAILS

Job Profile

J0887 - Finance Analyst

To view the full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands click https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Tucson-Talent.

Compensation Grade

G108

Hourly Range

$29.23 - 43.85 USD

The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

Exempt

Position Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Department

Business Services Department

Department Link

https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Business-Services-Department

Background Check 

This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.  The City of Tucson is a Second Chance Employer.

ABOUT US

Benefits

The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.

Citizenship

The City of Tucson employs only U.S. Citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. Citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Status. The City of Tucson does not offer visa sponsorship.

City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer

The City does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status.  If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD). 

ADA Accessibility Complaint Form

The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 520-791-2619.   

Recruiter Name

Noelle Smith (103931)

Recruiter Email

[email protected]

For Human Resources general questions please contact 520-791-4241.