TWDB - 26-34: Budget Officer (Budget Analyst IV)

TWDB•Austin, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Only applicants who apply with a State of Texas application via the CAPPS online application system will be considered for this position. First time applicants will need to create an account https://tinyurl.com/CAPPS-Login in the CAPPS online application system at https://tinyurl.com/CAPPS-Jobs . Please visit our job opportunities page at https://tinyurl.com/How-to-Apply-in-CAPPS for more information about the Texas Water Development Board and answers to frequently asked questions. To view this position in greater detail, visit the CAPPS online application system . Texas Water Development Board’s Mission - Leading the state’s efforts in ensuring a secure water future for Texas. The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) offers competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending, and flexible work alternatives so you can have a work/life balance! For more information about these benefits and more visit http://www.twdb.texas.gov/jobs/benefits.asp . The Texas Water Development Board does not discriminate on basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, sexual orientation, age, or disability in employment or provision of services, programs, or activities. Must meet agency in-office requirements Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications General Description Performs advanced (senior-level) budget preparation and analysis work. Work involves preparing and maintaining the annual operating budget, analyzing and reviewing budget requests, and preparing the biennial legislative appropriation request. May train others. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Director of the Budget Division.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
Seven years of experience in financial management, bookkeeping, or budget preparation and analysis.
Three years of budget experience at the state agency level.
Relevant education and experience can be substituted for each other on a year-for-year basis.

Nice To Haves

Experience with MS Excel software including pivot tables, macros, and complex functions.
Experience with leading team projects.
Experience in working and cooperating with others in a team environment.
Experience with the Automated Budget Evaluation System of Texas (ABEST).
Experience in Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS), Uniform Statewide Payroll/Personnel System (USPS), Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS) HR, CAPPS Financials, and/or other automated accounting systems.
Experience with State and Federal laws relevant to Budget.
Seven or more years of experience in budget preparation and maintenance, financial analysis, review of expenditures, federal funds, and financial reporting.
Three or more years of experience in preparing quarterly and annual performance measures for reviewing and reporting requirements.
Three or more years of experience in development and preparation of Legislative Appropriation Request and Operating Budget submitted to oversight agencies.

Responsibilities

Performs analysis and examines trends of budget usage at the program/department level.
Prepares department-level budgetary and management reports and the preparation of financial statements and reports.
Reviews financial and operating budget reports for accuracy and identifies areas for more appropriate use of funds.
Provides technical assistance to staff related to budget and financial matters.
Assists in the listing of budgeted positions for each department and monthly salary expenditure analysis.
Assists in the preparation of major portions of the biennial legislative appropriation requests and operating budgets.
Prepares quarterly and annual performance measures for review and reporting requirements.
Assists in developing instructions on budget and funding policies, procedures, and methods.
May train other budget officers on policies and procedures.
Maintains confidential and sensitive information.
Ensures individual and team files (electronic and hard versions) are appropriately maintained and timely disposed of in accordance with the agency’s records retention procedures and schedule.
Maintains required certifications and licenses and meets the continuing education needs and requirements of the position to include, attending mandatory training courses.
May be required to operate a state or personal vehicle for business purposes.
Performs other duties as assigned.