Posting number: 39672
Department: Houston Public Works
Job classification: FINANCIAL ANALYST II
Posting type: Open & Promotional
Categories: Accounting and Finance, Public Works
Assists in coordinating the development and implementation of a variety of financial policies, programs, techniques and analyses to effectively prepare budgets and special projects.Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested
Service Line/Section: Utility Billing/Business Support Services
Reporting Location: 4200 Leeland St, Houston, TX 77023
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 4:00 pm*
Acts as liaison to assigned departments, areas or agencies in handling financial activities, such as annual operating and capital budgets. Maintains, monitors and prepares monthly projections and analyzes daily budget activity and department objectives to prevent potential problems while conforming to administrative goals. Assists in resolving expenditure and revenue concerns by implementing alternative solutions. Responsible for preparing and reviewing budget and economic projections and analyses. Compiles and interprets statistical data related to departmental operations and performance. Provides technical assistance and acts as liaison to other departments to improve working relationships and assist in problem solving. Assists in preparing, reviewing and interpreting policies, procedures, ordinances and regulation changes. Prepares and develops manuals, reports, special cost analyses and forecasting of data. Compiles and interprets statistical data related to departmental operations and performance. Monitors goals and objectives. And performs other duties and special projects as requested.
Position is physically comfortable.
This is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management Position at the Tier III Level.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field.
Two years of professional experience in finance, economics, budget analysis or a closely related field are required.
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Preference will be given to applicants with experience working with the City's Combined Utility System Fund budget and preparing and inputting journal entries in the SAP system.
**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.**
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.
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: 18
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.
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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.
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.
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