MANAGEMENT ANALYST III

About the Department

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Prepare, create, analyze, monitor, and forecast monthly financial report and annual operating budget
• Provide monthly line-item projections based on thorough review of year-to-date actual and trends, budget transfers, and journal entries
• Reconcile and provide budget vs. actual analysis and variance reports.
• Assists in resolving expenditure and revenue concerns by implementing alternative solutions
• Reviews specific transfers, financial statements, and departments’/agencies’ requests and actions
• The position has significant use of Microsoft Office and SAP
• Must be a self-starter and committed to completing tasks timeline
• Prepare the Biweekly Payroll Reimbursement request from Greater Harris County 9-1-1 (GHC)
• Prepare the Quarterly Reimbursement request from GHC for all other expenditures
• Prepare the cash receipts of all the revenues from GHC and for miscellaneous copies
• Purchasing Card Coordinator for the department
• Performs other duties and special projects as requested

All duties and responsibilities may not be included in the above job descriptions.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. The position may involve dealing with modestly unpleasant situations, as with occasional exposure to office chemicals and/or extensive use of a video display terminal.
 
Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearance where required.

Position Duties

EDUCATION

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance or a field directly related to the job. 

EXPERIENCE

Four years of professional experience in accounting, budget analysis, finance, public administration or a field directly related to the job are required. 

Substitutions:  Experience cannot be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree requirement.  A Master’s degree in a field directly related to the job may substitute for two years of the above experience requirement. 

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None.

Minimum Qualifications

**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

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  

SAFETY IMPACT   NO
 
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: 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 832-393-2782.
 
If you need special services or accommodations, call (713-308-1228). (TTY 7-1-1)
 
If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
 
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.

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

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Agency Information

EmployerCity of HoustonAddress 901 Bagby St

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