Analyst II, FIS

POSITION TITLE: Analyst II, FIS (Full-Time Regular) (Classified) REQUISITION #: req8269 DEPARTMENT: Accounting and Treasury LOCATION: 215 OFFICE BLDG BENEFIT CATEGORY: Classified (Non-CBU) EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time Regular ANNUAL SALARY RANGE: $76,745.00 – 127,908.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly) ANNUAL ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: $90,000.00 – 111,000.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly) SELECTION PROCESS: Application deadline is 3:00 p.m. MT on 1/2/2026. The City of Fort Collins is a bias-conscious employer. We ask that you please avoid the use of photos when submitting a resume and/or an application for employment. You will receive an email acknowledgment when you have successfully submitted an application. Your completed application will be forwarded to the hiring manager. You will be notified if you are selected for further testing or interviews. Please keep your contact information up-to-date. The status of your application will be updated in your applicant profile. Post-offer background check required. (Background checks are considered in relation to the responsibilities and requirements of the position) While the City of Fort Collins offers many remote and/or hybrid positions, all remote or hybrid work must be performed in the state of Colorado.

Why Work For the City of Fort Collins?

• Medical, dental, vision (for self, spouse, children) – eligible on the 1st of the month following date of hire
• Paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional one-time bank of 40 PTO hours for new, full-time, Classified and Unclassified Management hires
• Retirement + company contributions – after 6 month probation period and immediate vesting
• Flexible spending: Medical expenses FSA, dependent FSA or both
• Employee Assistance Program: counseling, legal, financial assistance
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Wellness program, workout facilities
• Employee/family onsite health clinic
• Learning and development opportunities at all levels in the organization with opportunities for career mobility
• Collaborative work environment

Job Summary

The City of Fort Collins is seeking an Analyst II, FIS to join our Finance department. The Analyst II, FIS role supports the integrity, functionality, and performance of the City’s financial systems by serving as a technical resource for ERP platforms, budgeting tools, reporting applications, and system integrations. This position supports system enhancements; provides ongoing technical and functional assistance to end-users; and ensures secure, well-governed financial operations through effective access management, documentation, training, and adherence to internal controls.

Working collaboratively with finance, procurement, payroll, HR, and IT teams, the Analyst II maintains data quality and integrations, develops reports and dashboards, and supports critical financial cycles such as month-end and year-end close. The role also monitors system performance, partners with vendors, and advances policies, procedures, and governance practices to align financial technology operations with citywide strategic goals.

The ideal candidate will have three years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. We are looking for someone with a passion for problem-solving and process Improvement to bring their skills in collaboration and cross-functional support to the City!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive.

• Serve as a system administrator for financial and accounting systems, including user access management, system configurations, and security roles.
• Support the planning and execution of citywide financial system implementations, upgrades, and strategic enhancements to ensure alignment with city priorities.
• Provide ongoing technical and functional support and training for ERP systems and related financial applications; resolve issues, perform root cause analyses, and escalate when necessary.
• Collaborate with finance, procurement, payroll, human resources and IT teams to ensure seamless operation and data integrity across systems.
• Monitor department-level KPIs to measure system performance, user satisfaction, and project outcomes.
• Participate in the design, testing, and implementation of system upgrades, patches, enhancements, and new modules.
• Support cross-departmental process improvement initiatives to standardize and optimize financial workflows in alignment with strategic goals.
• Develop and maintain integrations via data, APIs, flat files with various customers such as retirement record keepers, Revenue/Point of Sale systems, budget, risk management, and sales tax.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, including user guides, process flows, and training materials.
• Design and generate financial reports and dashboards using tools such as Power BI, SQL, or reporting modules within ERP systems.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes through system validations, data extractions, and reconciliations.
• Support vendor management for financial technology partners for service delivery oversight and provide feedback on performance.
• Support development of department policies and procedures related to system governance, access, security, and data integrity.
• Conduct training sessions and workshops, and onboarding for end-users on system functionality and new features.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, data governance, and regulatory requirements as they relate to financial systems.
• Promote and enforce data governance and stewardship practices to maintain data quality and integrity.

Management Responsibilities

No

City Competencies

• Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds.
• Strong learning orientation. Leverages all resources and is creative in ways of learning for self to continue adapting to changing issues and trends.
• A desire and ability to understand the diverse needs of internal and external customers, and to create experiences and deliver services that exceed their expectations.
• A desire and ability to utilize digital tools for organizational information, individual, and teamwork.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex, multi-phase technology projects, including budgeting, staffing, and stakeholder communication.
• Strong understanding of financial processes and accounting principles, including GL, AP, AR, budgeting, and reporting.
• Strong understanding of payroll and human resource processes.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems such as Oracle, Workday, SAP, PeopleSoft, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools (e.g., SQL, Excel, Power BI, Tableau).
• Familiarity with system integration concepts, including APIs, data imports/exports, and ETL processes.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in managing technical teams and cross-functional projects.
• Ability to align financial systems strategy with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
• Experience managing departmental budgets and technology investments.
• Proven ability to lead change initiatives and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills; ability to perform root cause analysis and propose practical solutions.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical users.
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy and data integrity.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong understanding of database concepts, including joins, views, mapping, and reporting logic.
• Experience in project management, including managing system implementations and vendor relationships.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across teams.
• Training and presentation skills for diverse audiences including peers and leadership.
• Proficiency in evaluating and communicating business and technical risks and opportunities.
• Experience using enterprise reporting tools such as Crystal Reports and SSRS.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms and web-based applications (SaaS, PaaS, IaaS).
• Experience in managing vendor relationships including contract review, invoicing, and service delivery oversight.

Required Qualifications

Experience Requirements

• Three years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

At the City, we are focused on finding the strongest candidate for the role, and we recognize that excellence can come from a wide variety of experiences and paths. When reviewing applications, we consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and lived experiences that align with the minimum qualifications. If you are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to view your background broadly and highlight the skills and experiences that best prepare you for the role.

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Analyst II, FIS

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