About the Office:
The Mayor’s Office of Criminal Justice (MOCJ) advises the Mayor of the City of New York on criminal justice policy. MOCJ develops and implements strategies, with partners inside and outside government, to reduce crime and incarceration and to promote fairness and legitimacy. MOCJ works with law enforcement, city agencies, non-profits, foundations, and others to implement data-driven strategies that address current crime conditions, prevent offending, and build strong neighborhoods that ensure enduring safety.
About the Role:
The Fiscal Analyst plays a critical role in ensuring effective and efficient allocation of resources, helping to manage accounting processes and conducting financial analysis to support the agency's initiatives and programs. Under the supervision of the Fiscal Director, the Fiscal Analyst will collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure complete, accurate, and timely processing of all invoices and performing core accounting and operations duties in alignment with NYC and MOCJ’s financial goals and objectives.
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Review and approve invoices for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established budgets, contract terms, and New York City Comptroller’s directives; including, working closely with internal departments and external vendors to resolve any discrepancies or issues in a timely manner.
- Accurately input invoices into New York City’s Financial Management system and verify coding and availability of funds.
- Assist with executing and overseeing various bookkeeping processes, including accruals, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
- Assist with analyzing financial data and producing relevant reports to support budgeting, forecasting, and decision-making processes.
- Assist internal auditors with review of detailed expense support for invoices selected for pre-invoice audits.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement improvements to streamline operations and strengthen internal controls.
- Stay informed about changes in accounting policies and regulations and making necessary adjustments to procedures and practices.
- Effectively communicate financial information and analysis to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
Minimum Qualifications
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.
Preferred Skills
- A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university is required.
- Proven experience in budget/financial analysis, and financial reporting within a non-profit organization, government agency, or educational institution.
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency in spreadsheet software (e.g., Excel).
- Knowledge of accounting principles, fund accounting, and grant federal and state compliance regulations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse, cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
- Extremely detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work independently or with a team to meet tight deadlines and deliver high-quality results under pressure.
- Familiarity with financial management software and/or financial systems is preferred (e.g., NYC Financial Management System, FMS).
- Maintaining an enthusiastic work ethic, in addition to possessing excellent communication and interpersonal skills, which includes being able to work well with others in a diverse team/work environment.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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