Financial Analyst

Agency Information

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Every dollar the State of Texas collects, holds, or spends runs through the Comptroller's Office. We are the state's chief tax collector, accountant, revenue estimator, treasurer, and purchasing manager. We write the checks and keep the books for the multibilliondollar business of state government, and we serve virtually every Texan while doing it.

Texans trust us with their money. We earn that trust every day by safeguarding taxpayer dollars, cutting waste, and finding better, faster, more efficient ways to get the job done.

This is not a place to coast. The work is demanding, the pace is fast, and the standards are high. We want people who take ownership, question the status quo, and think creatively seeing beyond the obvious to solve the problems facing Texans. We measure ourselves by results. If you're driven by the idea that government can work better, and willing to work hard to prove it, you'll fit in here.

What you'll get in return: real responsibility, meaningful work, and the chance to build your career alongside sharp, missionfocused professionals. We invest in people who invest in the job, with onthejob training, professional development, and room to grow as fast as your performance allows.

Public service is a calling. If you're ready to make every taxpayer dollar count, we want to hear from you.

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Work Hours

Monday through Friday, 40 hours a week with occasional evening, weekend hours and holidays. Hours may change based on business need.


General Description

Join Criminal Investigation as a Financial Analyst. This position under minimal supervision, performs professional forensic financial analysis in support of whitecollar and fraud related criminal cases. Work involves independently gathering and analyzing financial data and records, verifying the accuracy of financial records, conducting investigative research and presenting results in the form of written reports and/or verbal presentations in preparation for arrest warrants, search warrants, grand jury, and trial. Conducts forensic analysis to determine whether or not an offense has occurred, the methodology used to commit the offense, and the total financial loss to the victim. It blends accounting, auditing, and investigative techniques to identify irregularities, trace money flow, and support criminal cases. Incumbents typically perform a range of complex professional financial analysis duties that require the application of standard financial theories, principles and techniques, and require the appropriate skill levels including intermediate skill levels in computer, analytical and communication skills. Duties require a substantial degree of initiative and independent judgment. This classification may require a flexible work schedule in order to meet the needs of the agency.


Financial Analyst III $7,333.33 $7833.33

Financial Analyst IV $8,500.00 $9,583.33


Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Financial Analyst IIIFour (4) years of professional experience involving complex financial analysis, accounting, auditing, or related work
• Financial Analyst IV Eight (8) years of professional experience involving complex financial analysis, accounting, auditing, or related work

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's, preferably with major coursework in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a directly related field.
• Performing criminal investigations, intelligence gathering, police communicationstelecommunications network operations or working in an agency performing tasks that require a high level of confidentiality.
• Five (5) years of fulltime work experience preparing financial reports.
• Five (5) years of fulltime work experience preparing and reviewing complex reconciliations.
• Experience using word processing, spreadsheet and database software.

Substitutions

• One additional year of experience may substitute for thirty semester hours of educational requirement with a maximum substitution of 120 semester hours (four years).

Licenses and Certifications

• Preferred: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or other relevant Certification.
• This position requires 20% workrelated travel. Employees must be able to operate a motor vehicle safely and maintain eligibility to drive throughout employment.
  
  
  A valid Texas (or state of residency) driver's license and a satisfactory driving record are a condition of employment.
  
  
  Applicants who are offered an interview must present the following documents at or before the interview: A state issued driving record for the last 36 months; valid Texas driver's license (or state of residency driver's license); and current proof of automobile insurance

Essential Job Duties:

• Analyzes allegations and identifies key issues, actual and potential suspects and the type of evidence needed to prove the allegations.
• Sets relevant objectives and completes forensic financial analysis within the confines of prosecutorial time limitations.
• Reviews, evaluates and analyzes voluminous, financial records of individuals and businesses, including restructuring partial or missing information.
• Analyzes computer records and other information stored in an electronic medium. Sets out leads that may be beneficial to case disposition.
• Prepares necessary information to support subpoenas or search warrants. Assists in the service or execution and the seizure or gathering of the relevant information sought.
• Prepares verbal and written reports, summarizing the significant facts and results of analysis, using various formats, for use by investigative and legal personnel in preparation for trial. Works with prosecutors in the preparation of clear and concise testimony and trial exhibits.
• Provides sworn testimony as a subjectmatter expert before the Grand Jury, trial jury or other legal entity, regarding the information obtained, chain of custody of evidence, and conclusions of work and analysis completed. Addresses questions related to the procedures used in the analysis.
• Reviews financial statements, bank records, and transaction histories.
• Identify patterns that may indicate embezzlement, money laundering, tax evasion, or asset concealment.
• Reconstruct financial activity to determine what actually happened.
• Prepare findings in a way that can be used by investigators, prosecutors, or in court.
• Assist investigators by translating complex financial data into clear, actionable insights.

Knowledge of:

• Policies, practices, procedures and terminology of assigned function.
• Federal, State, Local and County applicable laws, rules, regulations and guidelines.
• Relevant criminal and financial databases, software applications, and analytical programs used in investigative and forensic financial work.
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and standardized financial practices.

Skill in:

• Problemsolving and decisionmaking.
• Forensic analyzing, auditing and investigating of financial data and records.
• Reviewing and developing financial spreadsheets.
• Both verbal and written communication, including presentations.

Ability to:

• Interpret financial data and identify fraudulent activities.
• Organize information into presentations.
• Prepare exhibits, graphs and/or flowcharts.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with County employees and officials, representatives of outside agencies, and the general public.

Maximize Your Earnings!

At the Comptroller's office, we know potential employees are looking for more than just a paycheck. The agency offers a strong benefits package for you and your family. Insurance, retirement plans, and a flexible work schedule are just the start. See our benefits offering

Please Note:


An applicant must be eligible to work in the United States to be hired at the Comptroller's office and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment.


Applicants must ensure that all required supplemental questions are fully answered, complete job histories , and description of duties performed.

Applications submitted through Work in Texas: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS TAM to register or login and access your profile.


Military Preference:To receive military preference, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.


To explore how military experience may align with this role, applicants may review Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes within the State's Position Classification Plan. Please refer to the Military Crosswalk and select the occupational category that most closely corresponds with the classification listed in this job posting.


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