Job details

Location: Houston, Texas
Work type: Onsite
Compensation: $59,170 - $77,123/yr
Posted: 4 days ago
Apply on: governmentjobs.com

About this role

About the Department

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Division: FINANCIAL & ACCOUNTING MANAGEMENT
Reporting Location: 611 WALKER ST
Workdays & Hours: MONDAY – FRIDAY 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM* *Subject to Change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

We’re looking for a sharp, motivated Financial Analyst III who loves turning data into decisions. If you’re detail-driven, proactive, and committed to high-quality work, you’ll thrive here.

In this role, you’ll deliver clear financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting, while also managing purchase requisition activities that keep operations running smoothly. You’ll spot trends early, flag risks before they escalate, and help leaders stay aligned and informed.

What You’ll Do

Purchase Requisition & Coordination

Review and process requests with complete, accurate documentation
Enter and manage SAP requisitions in compliance with City policies
Track approvals and resolve vendor or documentation issues
Research vendors and gather quotes as needed
Maintain audit-ready records and fixed-asset documentation
Prepare requisition activity reports for leadership

Financial Analysis & Reporting

Analyze financial and operational data to support decisions
Build forecasts using trends and expenditure patterns
Deliver monthly budget reports with clear variance insights
Develop financial models and maintain data accuracy
Create dashboards and presentations that communicate results clearly
Collaborate with stakeholders to understand drivers and share insights
Monitor performance metrics and update reports regularly

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort in a normal office environment.

Position Duties

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Three years of professional experience in finance, economics, budget analysis or a closely related area 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

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of workers’ compensation and long-term disability financial reporting practices.
Strong analytical, budgeting, forecasting, and reconciliation skills.
Experience with claims management systems, ERP systems, and advanced Excel functions.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

**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.**

Other Qualifications

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
Department may administer skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YES   X NO

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: 21

APPLICATION PROCEDURES Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (832)393-7238.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information.

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.

If you need special services or accommodations, call (346)887-3238.
If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627

EOE Equal Employment Opportunity
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

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

Supplemental Questions

01

Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

Yes
No

02

Which scenario best describes your level of education and experience?

Master's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field and AT LEAST one (1) year of professional experience in finance, budget analysis, economics or closely related field are required.
Master's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field and LESS THAN one (1) year of professional experience in finance, budget analysis, economics or closely related field are required.
Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field and AT LEAST three (3) years of professional experience in finance, budget analysis, economics or closely related field are required.
Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field and LESS THAN three (3) years of professional experience in finance, budget analysis, economics or closely related field are required.
None of the above

03

How many years of experience do you have working with general ledger account functions such as reconciliations, journal entries and data analysis?

less than 3 years
3 - 5 years
6 or more years
No experience

04

Explain your experience with SAP MM and SCM and what info types are you accustomed to working with. Answers such as " See Resume" are unacceptable.

05

How many years of experience do you have working with financial statement preparations?

less than three years
3-5 years
6 or more years

06

Select your level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel below.

Basic Microsoft Excel: Open files and use page setup, enter, correct, and save data, use the menu commands, format cells, rows, and columns, understand navigation and movement techniques, use simple arithmetic functions in the formulas, access help, modify a database and insert data from another application, print worksheets and workbooks.
Intermediate Microsoft Excel: Create, modify, and format charts, use graphic objects to enhance worksheets and charts, filter data and manage a filtered list, perform multiple-level sorting, use sorting options, and design considerations, use mathematical, logical, statistical, and financial functions, group and dissociate data and perform interactive analysis, create and modify some Macro commands.
Advance Microsoft Excel: Customize the work area, use advanced functions (INDEX, MATCH, SUMPRODUCT, IF, IS, etc...), work with Pivot Tables, use spreadsheet Web components, manage Macro commands: concepts, planning, operations, execution, modification, interruption, use personalized toolbars, perform some programming in VBA.
I have no experience.

07

Work setting experience (Check all that apply that can be verified).

Worker’s compensation Claims
Financial forecasting/projections
Variance/data analysis
Preparing financial reports
Fixed Assets
Budgeting
None of the above

08

Please describe your level of experience with respect to budgeting, financial forecasting, and claims data. If no experience, please indicate "N/A". (Please note: stating 'See Resume' is unacceptable.)

09

Please describe in detail your experience with Microsoft Power BI.

Required Question

Agency Information

EmployerCity of HoustonAddress 901 Bagby St

Houston, Texas, 77002 Website https://www.houstontx.gov/

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