Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities: Thorough knowledge of the principles, theories, and practices of financial management, budgeting, purchasing, accounting, debt management, and internal auditing; Advanced knowledge of federal, state, and County laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations governing municipal financial operations; High-level quantitative analysis skills to extract, interpret, and evaluate complex financial data, revenues, and expenditures; and. Desirable Qualifications: Preference may be given to applicants with one or more of the following: Possession of a Master's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or Public Administration; Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or the equivalent professional finance certification; Experience in financing large programs and capital budgets, and successfully working with rating agencies and investors; Experience implementing performance management programs and open data systems; and/or.