Financial Analyst - Business Systems (Limited Duration)

Description

About the Position

Lane County is seeking an experienced financial systems professional to join our team in a limited-duration role supporting the operation, maintenance, improvement, and upgrade of County financial software systems.

This position serves as a functional expert and key liaison between Finance, Technology Services, system users, and vendors. The successful candidate will analyze business processes and user needs, identify system solutions, support upgrades and re-implementations, develop queries and reports, troubleshoot functional issues, and help ensure financial systems are accurate, efficient, secure, and responsive to operational needs.

The role also includes coordinating projects, documenting business and system requirements, developing user guidance and training, and translating complex technical and financial information for a wide range of audiences.

We are looking for someone who brings strong financial systems knowledge, analytical and project management skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments. Experience with governmental finance, accounting systems, integrated financial applications, business process analysis, or system implementation and upgrades will be especially valuable.

This is a limited-duration opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, improving systems and processes, and helping users get the most from the technology that supports critical County financial operations.

About The Division

The Financial Services Division, part of the County Administration Department, includes 15 FTE who support:

• Accounting and financial reporting
• Cash, investment, and debt management
• Accounts payable and receivable
• Payroll administration
• Procurement and contract compliance
  

The Division maintains accurate, timely financial records, ensures compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and produces the County’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). It oversees systems that monitor and report the receipt and disbursement of County and taxing district funds, and ensures all financial obligations are properly recorded.

Schedule: Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm

*This is a non-represented, limited duration position*

• This is a limited duration position that is budgeted for up to two (2) years. It is a fully benefitted position.*

Qualifications

Training & Experience:

• Six years of education and/or experience in municipal budgets, finance, accounting, business administration, or similar; or a combination sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position.

Notes

• Successfully passing a seven-year criminal history background check required.

Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

CLASSIFICATION DETAILS

Financial Analyst Classification Details

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Selection Process

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

Strategic Plan

In alignment with Lane County's Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors: Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.

The 2025 - 2027 Strategic Plan focuses on the areas that Lane County will pursue as a way to deliver on our vision for the residents of Lane County. To meet these challenges, we know that the basis of our efforts lies in leveraging our people and partnerships to achieve our Strategic Priorities. We also recognize that the quality and commitment of our staff is essential to a shared future where Lane County is the best place in which to live, work, and play.

Veteran Preference Information

Careers With Lane County Offer Extraordinary Benefits

At Lane County, we value our employees and we show it with our extraordinary benefits. We know that you chose public service for more than a paycheck, and our outstanding benefits are designed to help you Live Well, Live Lane - throughout your career. Read on to learn what great benefits await you in a career with Lane County.

Introducing ALEX, Lane County's benefit advisor! ALEX is an interactive tool that will help you understand the benefits being offered, out of pocket expenses and coverage available. You will need the Collective Bargaining Unit found in your job posting and when asked for your date of hire, please put in today's date.

• The below information describes typical benefits available for Regular Full-time Employees. Actual benefits received may differ by position, employment status (regular, temporary, or extra help) and/or bargaining group.

ALEX Benefit Advisor (click here)

Collective Bargaining Units

Admin-Pro

AFSCME

AFSCME Nurses

AFSCME Physicians

FOPPO

LCPOA

Local 626

Prosecuting Attorney's

Benefits to keep you & your family well - Physically

Health insurance coverage becomes effective the first of the month following your first 30-days as an eligible employee.

Medical/Rx/Vision - Lane County Offers Medical, Prescription And Vision Exam Coverage For You And Your Eligible Dependents. The Plan Options And Costs Per Month For 2026 Are Outlined Below

If you enroll in the HDHP the County will contribute to your HSA:

For eligible members of unions LCPOA, 626, Admin Pro, and AFSCME Physicians $1,700 for individual coverage and $3,400 for family coverage.

For eligible members of unions AFSCME General, AFSCME Nurses, FOPPO, PAA, and non-represented employees $1,600 for individual coverage and $3,200 for family coverage. Those who complete the requirements to receive the Live Well Credit by November 30, 2026, will receive an additional contribution of $400 individual or $800 family, funded in 2027.

These amounts are prorated based on date of hire.

All eligible employees who complete a Health History Risk Assessment (HHRA), Biometric Screening, and Comprehensive Health Review (CHR) at the Live Well Center receive a $20 per month credit.

Wellness Clinic - The Live Well Center is for Lane County benefits-eligible employees, spouses and dependents (ages 2 and up) who are enrolled in the Lane County health plan. Marathon Health manages the Live Well Center and their clinical team provides confidential, affordable care for your acute and preventive healthcare needs. The Live Well Center also provides health coaching, chronic disease counseling, comprehensive primary care services, and much more.

Dental - Lane County provides dental coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Lane County provides this counseling and concierge service to employees and members of their immediate households.

Fitness Center Membership - Lane County provides employees with a free membership to a local fitness center.

Benefits to keep you & your family well - Financially

Retirement - Lane County pays for and enrolls employees in the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP) and the Individual Account Program (IAP) following six full months of employment.

Disability - Lane County provides Long-Term Disability coverage. Lane County complies with all State and Federal disability laws for employee, family, parental and pregnancy leaves regulations.

Time Management - Lane County provides employees with a generous bank of hours to be used for sick, vacation, family emergencies and personal days.

Holidays - Lane County provides 10 paid holidays per year:

New Year's Day

Independence Day

Martin Luther King Jr's Birthday

Labor Day

Presidents' Day

Veterans' Day

Memorial Day

Thanksgiving Day

Juneteenth

Christmas Day

Life Insurance - Lane County pays for employee group term life insurance.

County-paid Training & Development to keep your career well

On-site Classes - Lane County offers a variety of on-site classes to develop employees' soft and technical skills.

Online Training - Lane County offers a variety of online classes through LEAP to help employees continually improve their skills.

Conferences & Seminars - Lane County will consider reimbursement for employees to attend professional conferences, dependent upon budget, to encourage continuous learning and professional development.

Lane County Offers These Other Valuable Benefits

Deferred Compensation Retirement Savings - Employees may enroll in a deferred compensation program 457(b) to save for retirement.

Vision - Eligible employees may purchase supplemental vision insurance.

Supplemental Life Insurance - Employees may purchase supplemental life insurance for themselves and their dependents/spouse.

Aflac - Optional employee-paid voluntary group coverage is available through Aflac.

Group Discounts - Group discounts may include homeowners and auto insurance, pet health insurance, credit union membership.

Paid medical, dental and vision coverage for dependents is determined by labor agreement or APM, as applicable. Physicians should contact their supervisor for health plan options and rates. Please note that Temporary and Extra Help positions are not typically eligible for benefits. This is only brief summary of benefits available to eligible Lane County employees. In all cases, plan documents govern.

For additional information about these extraordinary benefits contact the Benefit Resource Center at 1-866-468-7272, or Lane County HR at (541) 682-3124.

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IMPORTANT: Please ensure you have included all RELEVANT education, employment and experience in your application. To ensure compliance with Oregon Equal Pay laws, Human Resources will conduct a wage analysis based on the information you have provided in your application to determine the appropriate starting wage if you are selected.

• I acknowledge I have provided all relevant education and employment history.

02

Are you currently receiving PERS retiree benefits?

• Yes
• No

03

What is your highest level of education?

• High School diploma or equivalent to completion of twelfth grade.
• Associate's degree.
• Two-years of technical certificate or coursework.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Master's or higher degree.

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How many years of education and/or experience in municipal budgets, finance, accounting, business administration, or similar do you have?

• No experience.
• At LEAST two years of experience.
• Three years of experience.
• Four years of experience.
• Five years of experience.
• Six years of experience or more.

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Financial Systems Experience - Describe your experience working with integrated financial, accounting, ERP, or similar business systems. Identify the systems you have worked with, your role in supporting them, and the types of financial processes or functions you supported. (20 points)

06

This position thrives when you can work well with other people and build on existing relationships to get a task done. Do you have any experience working in a team setting that extends beyond your immediate coworkers? Please describe how you go about building relationships and connecting with others. (20 points)

07

Explain your experience in providing training, documentation and technical assistance in the use of the system software. (20 points)

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Describe a financial systems or technology-related project you coordinated or played a significant role in. How did you manage priorities, timelines, requirements, stakeholders, testing, and/or deliverables? (15 points)

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Describe a time you analyzed a financial or business process and identified an opportunity to improve the process through technology or system changes. What was the issue, what did you recommend or implement, and what was the result? (15 points)

10

Provide examples of how you have contributed to an inclusive workplace culture where all employees are welcomed and respected. (10 points)

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I understand this position is limited in duration, for up to two years.

• Yes
• Required Question