Financial Analyst-Hybrid Model

Job Number: 546

Salary: $76,877.06-$

Department/Office: Human Services

Division: Finance

Location: 14980

E. Alameda Dr., Aurora, CO, 80012

Job Type: Salary Full-Time

Posting Date: 07/09/2026

Closing Date: 07/23/2026

This posting has been reopened, and if you have already applied, you are still being considered and will not be able to apply to this posting again.

Our Mission: Arapahoe County Department of Human Services (ACDHS) builds strong communities by promoting the safety, independence, and stability of individuals and families.

Our Vision: To end the cycle of poverty and prevent abuse and neglect of children and vulnerable adults (using an integrated Two-Generation approach).

Responsible for a variety of professional level financial and budget analysis assignments for all activities related to the Department of Human Services. Completes complex and critically important analysis and evaluation of all Department financial activities and prepares financial statements, reports, presentations and other materials to aid decision making, strategic planning and the overall support of the Department’s goals.

• Reviews and approves fiscal documents for accuracy, proper authorization, correct accounting, and appropriate classifications.
• Prepares interim financial reports and extracts data to support budget tracking, management decisions, and departmental research.
• Advises the Finance Division Manager on budget matters, ensuring accuracy and integrity of financial data.
• Produces and presents monthly financial reports using county/state systems and historical data; researches and responds to follow‑up questions.
• Develops financial analyses and forecasts to support strategic planning and long‑term decision making.
• Monitors legislation impacting the Department and prepares scenario models and ad hoc reports for leadership to assess budget implications.
• Supports audits by researching transactions and preparing documentation; completes moderately complex reconciliations between County and State systems.
• Prepares ad hoc financial reports to aid managers in budget and strategic planning.
• Leads and manages special projects that support Department goals.

Skills, Abilities and

Competencies:

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, staying organized, prioritizing effectively, and proactively recommending process improvements.
• Advanced understanding of financial principles and concepts; demonstrated ability to interpret and apply financial principles and concepts based on the strategy and operating principles of the Department and County.
• Possesses advanced knowledge of accounting, budgeting, contracting, purchasing, and relevant standards (GAAP, GASB, GAAS).
• Strong knowledge of or ability to learn county and state computer systems, including CBMS, TRAILS, CFMS, Word, Excel, and Power BI. Advanced working knowledge of Excel is required.
• Three years of financial modeling and analysis experience.
• Ability to gather, organize, analyze and interpret budget, financial and economic data to make recommendations and support decision making and strategic planning.
• Ability to prepare complex forecasts, analyze trends, and demonstrate strong problem‑solving and attention to detail.
• Ability to synthesize data from multiple sources and present it clearly to meet Department and County needs.
• Ability to oversee, implement, monitor, and modify forecasting and financial reporting as needed.

Behavioral Competencies (these are required for all positions at ACG):

• Accountability
• Accessibility
• Inclusivity
• Integrity

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field.
• 3+ years accounting/finance experience.
• Procurement and/or contracting experience.
• Any equivalent combination of education and work experience that satisfy the requirements of the job will be considered.

Pre‑Employment

Additional Requirements:

• Must successfully pass pre‑employment testing which includes an acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR) and background check.

Post‑Employment Requirements:

• Will require fingerprinting and a Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) background check.

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