Budget Analyst IV - Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

City of Houston • 611 Walker Street, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Welcome to the City of Houston’s Finance Department. Our Financial Planning and Analysis Division is responsible for development and management of the City budget and the Five-Year Plan. We play a key role in the Mayor’s effort to build a vibrant, resilient and equitable Houston that works for all our two million residents. We have an exciting opportunity for a Budget Analyst IV to join our rapidly growing team of professionals in making Houston a city for everyone. As a Budget Analyst IV you will oversee the management of funds for the city-wide budget over $7 billion, in addition to the monthly and quarterly financial reporting, ad-hoc analysis for presentation and review by the Mayor. The Budget Analyst IV works collaboratively with City departments to deliver accurate consolidated financial reporting including monthly/quarterly financial forecasts, annual budget, long range planning and identify financial risks and opportunities. The ideal candidate should be able to perform financial and statistical analysis, provide on-going, timely and accurate ad hoc financial and data analysis, and evaluation and recommendation reports to support decision-making processes. Focus on forecasting future results, analyzing trends and looking for possible challenges before financial impacts are realized.

Requirements

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field.
• Four years of professional experience in finance, budget analysis, economic or a closely related field are required.
• Experience cannot be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree requirement.
• 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.
• Demonstrated customer service skills; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, internal and external stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• Budget and forecast preparation
• Management and personnel reporting
• Variance analysis
• Data Analysis
• Technical Assistance
• Financial and Budget Analysis experience
• Forecasting expenditures
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and directs the development, implementation and monitoring of various financial activity and procedures to effectively manage budgets, programs and systems.
• Undertake in-depth analyses, make recommendations to management.
• Generates and oversees various budget and financial reports and others as requested by management.
• Establishes and maintains budgeting and accounting policies and procedures for the section.
• 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 the department.
• Provide technical assistance, financial analysis, and budget analysis to various departments as necessary.
• Participates in other projects as requested by management.
• May provide forecast and analyze weekly, monthly and annual expenditures.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior