Financial Analyst IV

Financial Analyst

Coordinates and directs the development, implementation and monitoring of various financial activities, policies and procedures to effectively manage budgets, programs, and systems. Responsibilities include, but not limited to the following:

• Undertaking in-depth analysis, make recommendations to management.
• Generates and oversee various budget and financial reports and others as requested by management.
• Maintains budgeting and accounting policies and procedures for the section.
• Forecast and analyze weekly, monthly and annual expenditures.
• Proficient in analyzing financial information and providing variance and forecast analysis and reports.
• Review financial material and make recommendations as appropriate. Acts as a liaison for client departments.
• Participates in projects as requested by management.
• Provide technical assistance, financial analysis, and budget analysis to various departments as necessary.
• Coordinates and conducts special projects.
• The ideal candidate will have strong written and oral skills and be able to think critically and creatively.
• Must possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills; detail oriented with strong organizational and time management skills. 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.
• Perform other duties as requested by division and department head.

Minimum Requirements

Education Requirements Requires a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance or a field closely related to the job. Experience Requirements Four 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. 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 YES 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 25 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: To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: or call View phone number on click.appcast.io. If you need special services or accommodations, call View phone number on click.appcast.io. (TTY 7-1-1) If you need login assistance or technical support call View phone number on click.appcast.io. 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.

Benefits

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account