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FINANCIAL ANALYST III

Salary

$64,018.50 - $67,982.72 Annually

Location

Houston, Texas

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

33826

Department

Houston Public Works

Division

Financial Management Services (FMS)

Opening Date

04/23/2024

Closing Date

5/7/2024 11:59 PM Central

• Description

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Section: Financial Management Services (FMS)

Reporting Location: Houston, TX

Workdays & Hours: *Mon. - Fri. 8:00 am. - 5 pm.

*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Under the direction of the division manager, the financial analyst III will maintain daily oversight over Houston Public Work's of $2.1 billion. The position requires excellent communication skills as the analyst will coordinate and communicate with various service lines within Houston Public Works. Essential Attributes include good critical thinking skills, articulate in written and oral communication, and strives to produce accurate work products.

Key responsibilities:

• Prepare and review the annual budget submission

• Perform analysis and forecasting of revenues

• Assist with the preparation of the Monthly Financial and Operations Report (MFOR)

• Reconcile balance sheet accounts on a regular basis

• prepare and review journal entries

• Communicate with service lines to ensure encumbrances are accurate and up to date

• Ad-hoc projects

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. The position may involve dealing with modestly unpleasant situations, as with occasional exposure to office chemicals and/or extensive use of a video display terminal.

This is a Houston Public Works Department Position at the Tier III Level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQU IREMENTS:

Four (4) years of professional experience in finance, economics, budget analysis or a closely related area are required.

Substitutions: Experience cannot be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree requirement. A Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the above experience requirement.

REQUIRED LICENCE:

None.

PREFERENCES

Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None

However, the department may administer a skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: No

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE: 21

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-395-2976.

If you need special services or accommodations 832-395-2976 (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan.

Benefits include:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Wellness

• Life insurance

• Long-term disability

• Retirement pension

• 457 deferred compensation plan

• Employee Assistance Program

• 10 days of vacation each year

• 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday

• Flexible schedules

• Professional development opportunities

• Transportation/parking plan

• Section 125 pretax deductions

• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan

• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

01

Please select the scenario that describes your education.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field

• A Master's degree or higher in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field

  02

  How many years of professional experience in finance, economics, or budget analysis do you have?

• Less than 2 years of experience

• 2 - 4 years of experience

• 4 - 5 years of experience

• 5 years or more of experience

• NO experience

  03

  Briefly describe your experience that relate to the duties of this position. (See resume will delay your application)

  04

  Briefly describe your background in preparing and reviewing journal entries (See resume is not acceptable).

  05

  Please describe any experience preparing and reviewing annul budgets (See resume is not acceptable).

  06

  Please indicate your level of proficiency using Excel.

• Basic

• Intermediate

• Advanced

• None of the above

  07

  Have you completely and truthfully answered question #9 regarding employment gaps? (failing to clarify employment gaps may result in the disqualification or delay of your application.)

• Yes

• No

  08

  Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

• Yes

• No

  Required Question