Financial Analyst Iii

FINANCIAL ANALYST IIIPrintApplyFINANCIAL ANALYST IIISalary$58,578.26 - $64,615.20 AnnuallyLocationHouston, TXJob TypeFull-TimeDepartmentHouston Public WorksJob Number21488Closing9/8/2019 11:59 PM Central

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POSITION OVERVIEWAPPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: All Persons Interested POSTING NUMBER: 21488SERVICE LINE: Houston Permitting CenterBRANCH: Management and Support/Financial ServicesLOCATION: 1002 Washington Avenue, 2nd floorWORKDAYS & HOURS: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pmSubject to changeDESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSResponsible for analyzing and preparing data for financial reporting. Process financial document requests such as expenditure corrections, budget transfers, interdepartmental chargebacks, and other journal entries. Assists in analyzing and preparing monthly operating and financial reports for the Houston Permitting Center service line. Prepare special analysis and reports.Detailed functions listed below, but not limited to:

Produces monthly financial reports; includes monthly reports of expenditures/revenues, budget transfers, and provide other necessary reports to management as requested.

Monitors administrative staff on account reconciliation and procedures.

Assists budget coordinator and management in the preparation of the annual budget and provides related budgetary and financial reports and analysis.

Compiles and retains financial files for all budget, disaster, and procurement related activities.

Perform other duties as requested by Service Line and Section Head.

WORKING CONDITIONSThis position is physically comfortable with discretion of walking, standing, etc. Essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions. This is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier III Level. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSMINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTSRequires a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field.MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSFour years of professional experience in finance, economics, budget analysis or a closely related area are required.A Master's degree in Business Administration, Accounting or a closely related field may be substituted for two years of the above experience requirement.MINIMUM LICENSE REQUIREMENTSNonePREFERENCESPreferences will be given to applicants with experience in the following:

Effective oral and written communication skills

Excellent problem solving and deductive reasoning skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel and SAP

Proficiency in revenue accounting and auditing

Analytical financial operations research skill

Knowledge of budgeting, accounting, and reporting procedures

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 INFORMATIONSELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED NoneHowever, 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 INFORMATIONFactors 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 21APPLICATION PROCEDURESOnly 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 832-393-6008.If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-6008. (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. Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required.EEO Equal Employment OpportunityThe 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 10 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 AccountFor plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html01Please select your highest level of education.

Less than a High School diploma/GED

High School diploma/GED

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

02Are you a current Houston Public Works employee?

Yes

No

03How many years of experience do you have working with finance, economics or budget analysis?

No experience

Less than 2 years

2 – 4 years

4 – 5 years

6 – 7 years

8 – 9 years

10 years of more

04Which of the following best describes your professional accounting experience?

No experience

Less than 2 years

2 – 3 years

3 – 4 years

4 – 5 years

5 – 6 years

7 years or more

05How many years of experience do you have working with the SAP financial system?

No experience

Less than 2 years

2 – 3 years

3 – 4 years

4 – 5 years

5 – 6 years

7 years or more

06What is your level of profiency 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.

No experience

07Are you a current City of Houston employee?

Yes

No

08Are 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

09Have 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

Required Question