Posting number: 17059
Department: Universal Services
Job classification: Manager
Posting type: Open
Categories: Administration, Accounting and Finance, IT and Computers, Planning and Development, Project Management, Business, Communications, Program Management, Financial Aid & Services
The Financial Manager coordinates and monitors of various financial activities and procedures to effectively manage budgets, programs and services for Harris County Universal Services (HCUS). This role leads the full lifecycle of the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) submission process, ensuring accurate forecasting, cross department collaboration, and timely delivery of all required documentation. The Financial Manager develops advanced reporting tools, dashboards, and financial models; prepares monthly and ad hoc financial reports; and delivers department wide budget training to strengthen financial literacy and compliance. The position also supervises and develops the Financial Analyst, ensuring consistent, high quality financial analysis and support across the department.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Lead CIP Program Planning & Submission
Direct the end-to-end CIP submission process, including annual planning, forecasting, documentation review, and coordination with Directors and Project Managers.
Ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with departmental priorities, funding strategies, and long-range capital planning.
Serve as the primary point of contact for CIP requirements, deadlines, templates, and process improvements.
Financial Forecasting & Fund Monitoring
Monitor all HCUS expenditure and revenue funds, developing financial forecasts, trend analyses, and long-range models.
Provide actionable insights to senior leadership to support strategic decision making.
Budget Process Leadership & Department Training
Lead department wide budget training, including annual budget kickoff, CIP training modules, and targeted workshops.
Develop training materials, guides, templates, and dashboards to support consistent financial practices across HCUS.
Advanced Reporting, Tools & Data Visualization
Design and maintain financial tools, dashboards, and automated reporting solutions using Power BI, QuickBase, and advanced Excel functionality (pivot tables, data modeling, complex formulas).
Identify and implement process enhancements to improve efficiency, accuracy, and transparency in financial reporting.
Monthly & Ad Hoc Reporting
Prepare monthly financial reports for Directors, including key metrics, CIP progress, financial outcomes, and variance analysis.
Complete ad hoc reporting requests from senior and executive leadership.
Pre-Purchasing Application (PPA) Review & Approval
Oversee budgetary review and approval of requests submitted through the PPA system.
Supervision & Staff Development
Manage and direct daily activities of the Financial Analyst, including recruitment, training, coaching, and performance evaluation.
Provide mentorship in forecasting, modeling, CIP preparation, and financial systems.
Budget Director Support
Serve as backup to the Budget Director for budget transfers, fund structure maintenance, budget entry, and annual budget development.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
Experience:
Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible financial analysis experience.
Minimum 2 years of supervisory or team lead experience.
Demonstrated experience with Power BI, QuickBase, advanced Excel (pivot tables, modeling), data manipulation, and report writing.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with staff at all levels and across multiple divisions.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, data modeling, complex formulas, and large dataset manipulation.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present complex financial data clearly.
Detail oriented with a high level of accuracy and commitment to data integrity.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.
Ability to develop financial tools, templates, and automated reporting solutions.
Preferred
Strong experience with Power BI, including DAX, data modeling, and interactive dashboard development.
Experience with Quickbase or similar workflow/low code platforms for financial processes or reporting.
Applicants for this position will be subject to a criminal background check that includes being fingerprinted. This applies to any position with network access to Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) or access to an area where CJIS is received, maintained or stored either manually or electronically (i.e. custodian, maintenance).
Automatic Disqualification:
NOTE Qualifying education, experience, knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
Experience with financial planning or ERP systems (e.g., Oracle PeopleSoft).
Experience working with government agencies and governing bodies
In-depth knowledge of public sector finance, including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards
Location:
406 Caroline St., Houston, Tx 77002
Work Schedule:
8 hours/day
Work Arrangement:
Hybrid (combination of working from home and onsite through the work week)
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Harris County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas within the Houston–Sugar Land–Baytown metropolitan area. As of 2000 U.S. Census, the county had a population of 3,400,578 (though a 2007 estimate placed the population at 4,011,475), making it the most populous county in Texas and the third most populous county in the United States. Its county seat is Houston.
