This position provides technical and professional-level support to the Revenue Division within the Finance Department. This role involves forecasting citywide sales tax revenue using various economic models and methods, conducting transaction privilege tax (TPT) analytics and research, monitoring revenue results, and reporting on outcomes. The position requires using financial models and databases to research and prepare recommendations, conducting independent research projects related to citywide initiatives and other revenue-based analyses, and researching statutes and other guiding principles to enhance forecasting methods. Additionally, this position entails attending training, conferences, and seminars to ensure the Town employs best practices and the most current financial philosophies related to revenue. IMPORTANT APPLICANT INFORMATION:   This job posting will remain open until the position is filled. First review of applications will be on August 5, 2024, with subsequent weekly reviews. It's important to be aware that this job posting may close at any time after the initial review on August 5, 2024, without prior notice. This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature and not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.  The specific tasks/duties may vary based on position assignment and as determined by the Town of Queen Creek. JOB CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY   Positions assigned to this class are responsible for performing difficult to complex budget, financial and accounting duties.  DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is a fully qualified and experienced level professional classification in the financial services job family.   Incumbents perform the full range of duties that demonstrates knowledge of expected functional requirements or performance specifications within financial services. Work involves the application of sound principles and best practices associated with planning and problem solving. Works independently and performs varied assignments requiring broad knowledge in accounting/finance. Analyzes complex issues and makes recommendations to management. ESSENTIAL DUTIES The following are intended to describe core work functions of this classification.  While the level and broad nature of essential duties may not change, specific work tasks will vary over time depending on the Town's needs.   * Collects, compiles and reviews applicable financial or budget information for accuracy, completeness and compliance with pre-determined targets, goals and policies, updates organizational charts, goals, and/or performance measures; prepares formal financial or budget documents, revenue and expense projections, and other specialized financial reports and analysis; prepares monthly and annual closing of financials and corresponding budget reports. * Participates in the planning, implementation and evaluation of the assigned fiscal processes and develops strategies and alternatives that focus on continuous improvement, innovation and change. * Prepares a variety of financial and/or budget analyses; recommends policy changes or actions based on analyses. * Develops and updates financial or budget forecasting models; prepares multi-year financial or budget forecasts. * Designs and conducts training seminars for staff, external attendees (Citizen Leadership, etc.) related to finance, accounting, budgeting, performance measures, and/or capital project management. * Analyzes and prepares economic impacts of development, annexations and land use proposals; develops financial models used to forecast economic trends. * Develops multi-year financing plans for capital improvements and infrastructure projects. * Analyzes tax, rate and fee structures and recommends changes where appropriate. * Presents financial analyses to applicable stakeholder groups; presents policy analysis or other financial feasibility studies to senior management. * Assists internal departments in developing and evaluating performance measures and benchmarks. * Creates and maintains a variety of financial and/or budget reports.  * Performs related work as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (at job entry) Education and Experience:     Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field and 4 years of journey-level, related experience; or an equivalent combination of directly related education and experience. Master's degree preferred.   KNOWLEDGE * Public sector accounting, budgeting, and finance principles and practices;  * Fiscal analysis and research principles and practices; * Municipal budgeting principles and practices; * Financial statement preparation methodologies and techniques; * Customer service principles; * Municipal accounting procedures, including general ledger, budget, capital assets, and long-term debt; * Statistical analysis principles and practices; * Research techniques; * Forecasting and economic trending methods and techniques; * Economic impact study principles, practices and techniques; * Applicable Federal, state and local laws, codes, ordinances, rules and regulations; * Standard office equipment including the computer and programs relevant to the performance of applicable duties and responsibilities. SKILLS * Researching a variety of fiscal and/or budget information; * Developing financial data into useful reports and presentations; * Forecasting and recognizing, following and analyzing trends; * Tabulating, recording, and balancing transactions; * Preparing financial statements and reports; * Performing complex accounting calculations; * Managing projects; * Contributing to or leading part of a multi-functional team; * Working independently; * Analyzing, synthesizing and drawing conclusions from complex data; * Using computers and related software applications; * Arranging information into concise and logical reports; * Giving presentations; * Providing customer service; * Operating standard office equipment; * Preparing economic trends and forecasts; * Conducing economic impact studies; * Interpreting and applying applicable Federal, state and local laws, codes, ordinances, rules and regulations; * Communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, and other interested parties sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction. OVERALL PHYSICAL STRENGTH DEMANDS: Physical Strength for this classification is indicated below with an "X" X Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.   Light: Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.   Medium: Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly.   Heavy: Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly.   Very Heavy: Exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently, or up to 20-50 lbs. constantly. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: C F O R N Continuously Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never 2/3 or more time 1/3 to 2/3 of time Up to 1/3 time < 1 hour per week Never occurs Note: This is intended as a description of the way the job is currently performed. It does not address the potential for accommodation. Physical Demand Brief Description C F O R N Standing Communicating with co-workers, observing work site, observing work duties     X     Sitting Desk work X         Walking To other departments/offices/office equipment     X     Lifting Supplies, files       X   Carrying Supplies, files       X   Pushing/Pulling File draws, tables and chairs     X     Reaching For supplies, for files   X       Handling Paperwork   X       Fine Dexterity Computer keyboard, telephone pad, calculator, calibrating equipment X         Kneeling Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground       X   Crouching Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground       X   Crawling Under equipment       X   Bending Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground       X   Twisting From computer to telephone, getting inside vehicles       X   Climbing Stairs, step stool       X   Balancing On step stool       X   Vision Reading, computer screen, driving X         Hearing Communicating with co-workers and public and on telephone, listening to equipment X         Talking Communicating with co-workers and public and on telephone X         Foot Controls Driving       X   Other (Specify)               MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE: Standard office equipment; vehicle   ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: D W M S N Daily Several Times Per Week Several Times Per Month Seasonally Never Health & Safety Factors D W M S N Health & Safety Factors D W M S N Mechanical Hazards         X Respiratory Hazards         X Chemical Hazards         X Extreme Temperatures         X Electrical Hazards         X Noise and Vibration         X Fire Hazards         X Wetness/Humidity         X Explosives         X Physical Hazards         X Communicable Diseases       X     Physical Danger or Abuse         X   Other (Specify Below                       PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED: None     NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS: C F O R N Continuously Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never 2/3 or more time 1/3 to 2/3 of time Up to 1/3 time < 1 hour per week Never occurs Description of Non-Physical Demands C F O R N Time Pressure   X       Emergency Situation         X Frequent Change of Tasks   X       Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime   X       Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously   X       Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team   X       Tedious or Exacting Work   X       Noisy/Distracting Environment       X   Other (Specify Below)             PRIMARY WORK LOCATION: X Office Environment   Warehouse   Shop   Recreation/Neighborhood Center   Vehicle   Outdoors   Combination of Office, Vehicle and Field   Other (Specify Below)