Financial Analyst

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Description

Job Summary:

Perform a variety of accounting and analysis functions, related to budgeting, forecasting, and analytical processes that support the broadband organization's financial health and inform and validate business strategy. Including, but not limited to: data gathering and analysis; strategic financial planning; short and long-range financial planning; and financial analysis and reporting, financial quality assurance and control.

The salary range for this position is $84,000.00- $113,400.00 per year with a hiring range of $84,000.00 - $98,700.00, depending on qualifications and experience. First Reading of applicants to take place on Monday, 2/24/25 at 12:00 P.M. M.S.T.

A current resume and a cover letter are preferred.

At Pulse, we’re committed to delivering reliable, high-speed internet to our community. Are you a financial wizard with a knack for strategic planning and analysis? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where your insights and expertise can drive significant impact? Join our Pulse team and become an integral part of our mission to deliver exceptional services to our customers and community.

Essential Functions

• Provide advanced financial analysis for management, including strategic financial planning, modeling for financial opportunities, financial risk analysis and financial impact of changes to existing policies.
• Data gathering and analysis for rate and marketing studies, business scenarios, and product positioning.
• Leverage financial data to assess market trends, competitive positioning, and operational performance.
• Calculate overhead to recover costs (including labor, vehicle, material, and other indirect costs) for billable services provided to broadband customers and developers.
• Prepare and maintain the short and long-range financial plan for broadband utility. Incorporate budget and projections for all elements of revenue, operating and maintenance (O&M) expenses, capital improvement program (CIP), and borrowing requirements.
• Develop revenue projections of broadband services and products.
• Confirm and validate recommendations on business decisions based on broad knowledge of best practices and data-supported financial analysis
• Provide assistance to Broadband Division staff in all matters financial and accounting. Provide guidance on budget for the short and long-range financial planning and find solutions to financial and accounting opportunities. Provide analysis and reporting to help staff make more well-informed decisions.
• Perform forecasting to advise management on the best business practices to meet goals, business metrics, and business strategy performance.
• Prepare financial reports, dashboards, and key performance indicators (KPIs) for staff and management.
• Review and edit budget vs. actual variance analysis and narrative assessment reports. Validate and understand variance root causes, develop recommendations for course of action, and review and communicate impacts and results with upper management and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Analyze, interpret and communicate complex data utilizing broad accounting and finance conceptual knowledge. Analyze revenues and expenses and correct any errors. Primary responsibility for completing financial reports to outside agencies. Assist in the annual audit process by preparing year-end audit work papers. Work with external auditors as required.
• Perform month-end and year-end financial analysis, reviewing and validate all transactions to assure that revenue and expense transactions are tracked correctly. Coordinate with other departments and divisions.
• Conduct in-depth profitability and cost analysis for various business segments and projects.
• Monitor budget execution
  
  

Other Job Functions

• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelors degree including major course work (30 or more hours) in Economics, Accounting, Finance or Degree related requried.
  
  

Experience

• 5 years progressively responsible experience applicable to financial analysis, long- range financial planning, business plan review and design and general accounting required.
• Strong working knowledge of Excel and experience with a computerized accounting software required.
• Some managerial accounting experience desired.
  
  

An equivalent combination of education and or experience may substitute for the education requirements on a year for year basis.

Certifications

• Certified Managerial Accountant (CMA) preferred.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong working knowledge of the practice and theory of strategic, including short and long-range financial planning, scenario analysis and budgeting.
• Working knowledge of the theory,principles, methods and practices of general accounting.
• Create and maintain complex Excel spreadsheets.
• Working knowledge of computerized accounting software.
• Strong organizational and attention-to-detail skills.
  
  

Physical Demands And Working Conditions

• Frequent minimal physical effort typically found in clerical work. Primarily sedentary, may occasionally lift and carry light objects. Walking and/or standing as needed and minimal.
• Frequent exposure to routine office noise and equipment.
• Occasional exposure to hazards typically found in general office environments where there is rarely to no exposure to injury or accident.
  
  

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

With over 300 days of sunshine, and just 30 miles from Rocky Mountain National Park in the heart of northern Colorado, Loveland is an ideal community for anyone to call home. Known as the Sweetheart City, this vibrant cultural hub is home to nearly 500 sculptures and public art installations, the world-famous Valentine Remail Program, and picturesque views of the Rocky Mountains. The community is bustling with a thriving arts, brewery, foodie, and shopping scene. Enjoy headliner concert and theatre productions, professional hockey events, endless community recreation and open space opportunities, art and sculpture shows, and several local festivals. Loveland also boasts an award-winning golf course and an inclusive library and community center. Loveland, Colorado has EVERYTHING YOU LOVE!

In 2020, Loveland was the only Colorado City to win the Governor’s Award for Downtown Excellence, is the top residential recycling City in the state for 4 consecutive years and has been ranked as one of the top places to live, work and raise a family in the U.S. and as one of the Most Idyllic Picturesque towns in America.

Apply today to join more than 800 employees who work to meet the core values of: Accountability & Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness. The City of Loveland is a diverse and welcoming community organization, and our employees enjoy a competitive benefits program, various opportunities for growth and development, and an exceptional work-life balance.

A vibrant community, surrounded by natural beauty, where you belong!

Benefits Information

Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes:

• Two (2) Medical plans, Dental, Vision (for self/ spouse/ children)
• A Dedicated, exclusive Employee Health and Wellness Center
• Discounted Chilson Center passes
• Paid vacation, holidays, floating holidays, and medical leave
• Flexible spending including Dependent Care
• Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term disability, and voluntary Critical Illness Coverage
• Retirement 401a, 457, Roth (pre-& post tax) and company match
• A Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary 529 College Invest program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Personal and Professional Development opportunities
• Employee Recognition Program
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Market based pay & regular performance reviews
• Local Government employment is eligible for Public Loan Forgiveness Program
  
  

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

City of Loveland job descriptions are designed to describe the general nature and level of work necessary to perform well in the job; they are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, and qualifications. City of Loveland job descriptions may be updated periodically, and additional activities, duties or responsibilities may be assigned by management as deemed appropriate.

The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

The City of Loveland participates in E-Verify. In accordance with E-Verify requirements, upon your date of hire the City of Loveland will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. E-Verify Notice of Participation. Learn more about your right to work. Visit E-Verify.gov for more information.

Hybrid Remote Work Eligibility

This position may be eligible for up to two days per week working remotely. Probationary employees (within the first six months of employment) may not be eligible. Subject to change based on business needs and performance expectations.

Employment offers will be conditional on the successful completion of a background check.