FINANCE PROGRAM ANALYST Date: Mar 13, 2025 Req ID: 48007 Location: Little Rock, AR, US, 72202 Category: STATE SECURITIES DEPARTMENT Anticipated Starting Salary: $40,340 Position Number: 22179363County: PulaskiPosting End Date: 3/18/2025Anticipated Starting Salary: $40,340 Division: Securities Department - Investor EducationThe mission of the Department of Commerce is to champion economic opportunities through strategic initiatives and an equitable regulatory environment that attracts and grows businesses, safeguards consumers, enhances workforce quality, and energizes our infrastructure, creating a better quality of life for all Arkansans. The Preferred Qualifications for this position include: Previous Banking experiencePrevious Regulatory and Investment experienceOccasional overnight travel may be necessary Exceptional public speaking skills with the elderly and childrenPowerPoint presentation abilitiesDemonstrated capacity to multitask effectivelyStrong team player Position InformationClass Code: A076CGrade: GS07FLSA Status: EXEMPTSalary Range: $40,340.00 - $64,343.00SummaryThe Finance Program Analyst is responsible for conducting case management, compliance, and contract audits and preparing reports. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.FunctionsPrepares for audits by analyzing records and findings of staff, researching annual reports, examining applications for rate increases, and identifying potential issues. Examines, analyzes, and interprets company's manual, automated financial records, and documents ensuring loans, procedures, and projects are in compliance with state and federal laws. Compiles and summarizes data and information for audit reports, makes recommendation to commission to accept, reject, or adjust company requests, and obtains supervisor's approval and submits reports to agency and company. Defends and supports recommendation in court hearings by preparing reports, testimony, and exhibits for court, participating in pre-hearing conferences, presenting oral testimony, and responding to cross-examination. Contacts company to schedule audits and discusses audit program and procedures with utility company's management and personnel. Provides audit information and technical assistance to agency personnel and state officials by preparing and presenting accounting research reports. Reviews and researches legal and accounting publications to keep abreast of latest developments in public utility cases and informs agency staff of findings. Conducts special studies for the commission and reports findings as directed. Performs other duties as assigned.DimensionsNoneKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of the principles and practices of accounting. Knowledge of audit standards and procedures. Knowledge of automated accounting systems and procedures. Knowledge of public utility operations and practices. Ability to interpret and apply rules, laws, or policies to specific situations. Ability to evaluate fiscal operations and controls, identify areas of non-compliance with law or accepted accounting procedures, and recommend corrective actions. Ability to compile supporting documentation and prepare and present oral and written reports. Ability to utilize personal computers and relevant applications in performing financial analysis.Minimum QualificationsThe formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field; plus two years of auditing experience, including six months involving public utilities. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.LicensesNoneThe State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Nearest Major Market:Little Rock
