FINANCIAL ANALYST IV

Financial Management Services Budget Group Financial Analyst IVApplications accepted from: All Persons Interested Service Line: Financial Management Services Reporting Location: 611 Walker Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Subject to changeThe Financial Management Services Budget Group Financial Analyst IV provides analytical support for monthly financial reporting, budget-to-actual variance analysis, and annual operating budget development. The position partners with operating groups to compile and interpret financial data, develop recommendations, and support leadership decision-making.Prepares, monitors, and forecasts monthly financial reporting and the annual operating budget; provides monthly line-item projections based on year-to-date actuals, historical trends, and service line inputs.Serves as a liaison to service lines to support monthly projections, annual budget development, and routine budget maintenance activities, including budget transfers and journal entries (as applicable).Investigates and analyzes budget items of medium complexity, including funding variances, trend changes, and forecasting risks; develops recommendations and proposed solutions for leadership review.Prepares, edits, and maintains budget guides, templates, and procedure documentation; responds to correspondence and requests for information as assigned; ensures information is accurate and accessible.Compiles and interprets financial and operational data; prepares management-ready deliverables (reports, variance narratives, charts/graphs, briefing materials) to support decision-making at the Division Manager level and above.Performs analytical work of average complexity involving financial and trend analysis; identifies drivers behind variances and communicates findings clearly to stakeholders.Participates in the evaluation and improvement of budget workflows and reporting processes; identifies opportunities to streamline steps, standardize tools, and strengthen internal controls and customer experience.Uses SAP and Microsoft Excel extensively to run and reconcile reports, manipulate datasets, and support financial monitoring and reporting requirements.Handles confidential financial and operational information with discretion and professionalism.Represents the supervisor/management in meetings as needed to gather information, coordinate responses, and support resolution of moderately complex issues.Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.Working Conditions: There are occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. The position is physically comfortable: the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. This is a Houston Public Works position at the Tier III Level.Minimum RequirementsEducational Requirements: Requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field. Experience Requirements: Four (4) 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 NonePreferencesPreference 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. Preference will be given to those that have the following experience:Demonstrated ability to perform budget-to-actual variance analysis, develop forecasts/projections, and prepare clear management reporting and recommendations.Annual operating budget development supportAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data modeling, charts/graphs, conditional formatting, and data manipulation.Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems for financial reporting and data reconciliation.Ability to interpret data, summarize findings, and recommend solutionsStakeholder liaison experience and strong written communication (briefings/variance narratives)General InformationSelection/Skills Tests Required: None 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 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. 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. EOE Equal Opportunity Employer 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.BenefitsThe city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:MedicalDentalVisionWellnessSupplemental InsuranceLife insuranceLong-term disabilityRetirement pension457 deferred compensation planEmployee Assistance Program10 days of vacation each year13 city holidays, plus one floating holidayCompensable Sick LeavePersonal LeaveFlexible schedulesHybrid-Telework for eligible positionsProfessional development opportunitiesTransportation/parking planSection 125 pretax deductionsDependent Care Reimbursement PlanPaid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness LeavesHealthcare Flexible Spending Account