Senior Municipal Financial Analyst

#2350 - Senior Municipal Financial Analyst

Assist in analyzing and monitoring New York City's and New York State's fiscal and management performance. Compile data for statistical and analytical reports; compile and assist in the analysis of statistical data pertaining to revenue, expenditure, and economic trends and their impact on New York City's and New York State's fiscal operations; assist in the review of proposed legislation which may impact New York City's or New York State's financial condition; draft and edit reports, informal briefings, correspondence, and other communications; summarize findings of research and analysis; and prepare detailed reports.

Assist in analyzing and monitoring New York City fiscal and management performance. In this capacity, you would compile data for statistical and analytical reports; compile and assist in the analysis of statistical data pertaining to revenue and expenditure trends and their impact on New York City's fiscal operations; assist in the review of proposed legislation which may impact New York City's financial condition; draft and edit reports, informal briefings, correspondence, and other communications; summarize findings of research and analysis; and prepare detailed reports.

 Position Summary:

Item #: 06621
Bargaining Unit: Public Employees Federation
Division: Office of the State Deputy Comptroller
Bureau: Expenditures
Jurisdictional Class: Competitive
Appointment Type: Permanent
Salary Grade: 018
Salary Range: $66,951 - $85,138
Employment Type: FULL TIME
Occupational Category: Other Professional Careers
NY HELPS: Yes
Travel Percentage: 0%
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Work Hours: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Shift: Day
Mandatory Overtime: No
Compressed Workweek Allowed: No
Telecommuting Allowed: Yes

How to Apply:

To be considered for this position, you must create a candidate profile or log in to your profile and upload the documents listed below. Please ensure the item number is included in each document's file name. Transcripts are required if the position has educational requirements or allows education as a substitution for minimum qualifications.

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Transcript

Please ensure item number 06621-JMB is included in each document's file name.

Minimum Qualifications:

Non-Competitive Qualifications for appointment under the NY HELPS Program:

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No exam required under the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide (NY HELPS) Program:

 A bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience in public policy analysis, public financial analysis or economic analysis.

OR

a Juris Doctor, master's or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience.

Competitive Minimum Qualifications:

You must be currently reachable on the appropriate eligible list for this title, eligible under the 55 b/c program, or eligible to transfer to this title under Section 52.6, 70.1 or 70.4 of the Civil Service Law.

Transfers: 

For 70.1 or 52.6 transfer to a Senior Municipal Financial Analyst, salary grade (SG)-18, you must have one year of permanent competitive, or 55-b/55-c service in an approved title for transfer allocated to an SG-16 or above. 

Be reachable for appointment on the current PCO – Select Titles eligible list.

55b/55c Program Appointment:

This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. For more information on this program, please visit the NYS Department of Civil Service website, 55b/c Recruitment Resources Center (ny.gov)

Preferred Qualifications/Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word, as well as PowerPoint and Microsoft Access, is desired.
• Experience in data analysis, financial modeling, statistical or other data analysis techniques is desired.
•  Ability to learn and work successfully with financial data and concepts.
• Ability to learn and develop a solid understanding of the municipal bond markets and public finance concepts is desired.
• Ability to learn research and legal analysis skills is desired.
• Some familiarity with New York State and local budgetary, fiscal, economic and policy issues.
• A demonstrated attention to details, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines, work in a team environment, and possession of strong quantitative, analytical, organizational, data management, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of public housing, subsidized childcare, capital budgets, debt service, and financial statements a plus.

Contact Information:

If you have questions about this vacancy, please contact:

Division Contact:

Yvette Riley
[email protected]

Human Resources Contact:

Jennifer Brantigan
(518) 474-1924
[email protected]

The Office of the State Comptroller does not participate in E-Verify or sponsor visa applications.

Telecommuting

The Office of the New York State Comptroller (OSC) supports telecommuting where it is reasonable to do so based upon the agency's mission and operational needs. Generally, employees new to OSC will be restricted from telecommuting for at least 8 calendar weeks. After the initial 8 calendar week restriction, if an employee's primary residence location, duties and work performance are aligned with telecommuting they may be allowed to do so. Upon approval to telecommute, OSC employees may telecommute up to 5 days per pay period.

Reasonable Accommodation

The NYS Office of the State Comptroller provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Division of Human Resources at (518) 474-1924.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The Office of the NYS Comptroller values a workforce with a broad, diverse range of backgrounds and perspectives. All employees are expected to contribute to a professional environment focused on self-evaluation and improvement, as well as acceptance and support of coworkers.

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