FirstBank Jobs

FINANCIAL ANALYST III

Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/houston/jobs/newprint/4534900)

Apply



FINANCIAL ANALYST III

Salary

$62,157.68 - $68,147.82 Annually

Location

Houston

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

34205

Department

Houston Public Works

Opening Date

06/07/2024

Closing Date

6/21/2024 11:59 PM Central

• Description

• Benefits

• Questions

POSITION OVERVIEW

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: All Persons Interested

SERVICE LINE: Financial Management Services

REPORTING LOCATION: 611 Walker St.

WORKDAYS & HOURS: Monday – Friday/8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.*

*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

As the Financial Analyst III, you will provide financial analysis and support to the FMS which is critical to operations to ensure resource availability and cost alignment.

• Prepare, create, analyze, monitor and forecast monthly financial report and annual operating budget.

• Provide monthly line-item projections based on thorough review of year-to-date actual and trends.

• Reconcile and provide budget vs actual analysis and variance reports.

• Performs routine technical work of average complexity involving financial and trend analysis, graphs, charts, and providing recommendations to management related to department operations.

• Provide technical assistance and acts as liaison to service lines including monthly projection, annual budget, as well as budget transfer and journal entries.

• Prepare and develop manuals, reports, analyses and forecasting of data.

• Perform other duties and special projects as requested.

• The position has significant use of Microsoft Office and SAP

• The ideal candidate will have strong written and oral skills and be able to think critically and creatively.

• Must be a self-starter and committed to completing tasks timely, which will include working additional hours and/or over the weekend as needed.

• Demonstrated customer service skills; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, internal and external stakeholders.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The office environment is physically comfortable and has no major sources of discomfort; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are occasional periods of stooping, bending, and be able to lift 40 pounds.

This is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier III Level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

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

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Four (4) years of professional experience in finance, economics, budget analysis or a closely related field 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 years of the above experience requirement.

MINIMUM LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

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 skill assessment evaluation.

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, call (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 best scenario below that describes your level of education:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a closely related field and AT LEAST four (4) years of professional experience in finance, economics, budget analysis or a closely related field.

• Bachelor' s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field and LESS THAN four (4) years of professional experience in finance, economics, budget analysis or a closely related field.

• Master' s degree or beyond in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field and AT LEAST two (2) years of professional experience in finance, economics, budget analysis or a closely related field.

• Master' s degree or beyond in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field and LESS THAN two (2) years of professional experience in finance, economics, budget analysis or a closely related field.

• None of the above

  02

  Which of the following best describes your professional accounting experience?

• 1 - 2 years

• 3 - 4 years

• 5 years or more

• None of the above

  03

  What is your level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel?

• Basic Microsoft Excel: Open files and use page setup, enter, correct, and save data, use the menu commands, format cells, rows, and columns, understand navigation and movement techniques, use simple arithmetic functions in the formulas, access help, modify a database and insert data from another application, print worksheets and workbooks.

• Intermediate Microsoft Excel: Create, modify, and format charts, use graphic objects to enhance worksheets and charts, filter data and manage a filtered list, perform multiple-level sorting, use sorting options, and design considerations, use mathematical, logical, statistical, and financial functions, group and dissociate data and perform interactive analysis, create and modify some Macro commands.

• Advance Microsoft Excel: Customize the work area, use advanced functions (Names, VLOOKUP, IF, IS), work with Pivot Tables, use spreadsheet Web components, manage Macro commands: concepts, planning, operations, execution, modification, interruption, use personalized toolbars, perform some programming in VBA.

• I have no experience

  04

  Please describe your level of experience with respect to budgeting and financial forecasting. If no experience, please indicate "N/A". (Please note: stating 'see resume' is not an acceptable response and may delay your application process)

  05

  Please describe your level of experience with respect to variance and data analysis. (Please note: stating 'See Resume' is not an acceptable response and may delay your application process).

  06

  Please explain your professional experience related to local government financial and management concepts, such as fund accounting, indirect cost allocation, program evaluation, strategic planning, budget formulation, budget execution and appropriation process. (Indicate N/A, if no experience)

  07

  Have you completely and truthfully answered question #9 on the application 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