Finance Special Projects Advisor

TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS•Austin, TX

7d•$5,798 - $9,508•Hybrid

About The Position

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage. Functional Title: Finance Special Projects Advisor Job Title: Management Analyst IV Agency: Health & Human Services Comm Department: Deputy Chief Financial Officer Posting Number: 20566 Closing Date: 09/11/2026 Posting Audience: Internal and External Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations Salary Range: $5,797.66 - $9,508.25 Pay Frequency: Monthly Salary Group: TEXAS-B-25 Shift: Day Additional Shift: Telework: Eligible for Telework Travel: Up to 15% Regular/Temporary: Regular Full Time/Part Time: Full time FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt Facility Location: Job Location City: AUSTIN Job Location Address: 4601 W GUADALUPE ST Other Locations: MOS Codes: 0510,0570,4502,4505,8016,8840,8852,8862,8870,11A,11Z,14FX,165X,171X,35PX,37A,37F,3N0X6,46A,612X,632X 641X,70A,70D,70E,712X,732X,INF,IS,SEI13,SEI15,YN,YNS Brief Job Description The Management Analyst IV – Special Projects Advisor - performs highly complex professional organizational analysis work in support of the Deputy Chief Financial Officer. Work involves conducting organizational studies and evaluations to improve efficiency and effectiveness; analyzing systems, procedures, workload, operational practices, and management processes; researching and evaluating business practices, performance data, and operational trends; developing recommendations for improvement and corrective action; preparing technical records, reports, procedures, memoranda, and executive-level briefing materials; and coordinating high-priority projects and cross-functional initiatives. The position consults with management to identify priorities, define project scope, establish timelines, monitor deliverables, and support implementation of procedural, operational, and organizational improvements. Work is performed under limited supervision with considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment. Essential Job Functions (EJFs) EJF 1: Organizational Analysis, Studies, and Evaluation (35%) Conducts organizational studies and evaluations of Finance Division functions, operations, procedures, workload, staffing utilization, business processes, and performance trends. Collects, researches, validates, and analyzes historical, current, and projected data to identify operational issues, root causes, efficiency opportunities, and areas where procedural or system changes may be needed. Reviews current organizational, procedural, and operational systems for effectiveness, efficiency, consistency, and conformance with established guidelines. Prepares analysis, findings, alternatives, and recommendations to support management decisions and improve organizational effectiveness. EJF 2: Project Coordination, Implementation, and Monitoring (25%) Coordinates and monitors complex Finance Division projects, strategic initiatives, and executive assignments. Consults with management to identify priorities; define project scope, purpose, objectives, resource needs, timelines, and deliverables; and develop project plans and tracking tools. Monitors milestones, analyzes barriers and risks, communicates status updates, and recommends corrective actions to keep projects on schedule. Facilitates collaboration across divisions, program areas, and administrative functions to support successful implementation of organizational priorities. EJF 3: Executive Analysis, Reporting, and Decision Support (20%) Prepares comprehensive technical records, reports, presentations, briefing materials, memoranda, procedures, and recommendations for Finance Division leadership and executive decision-making. Interprets data, summarizes findings, identifies alternatives, and justifies recommendations related to organizational systems, operational practices, resource needs, and process improvements. Develops and maintains performance measures, dashboards, tracking tools, and documentation to evaluate outcomes and support continuous improvement. EJF 4: Process Improvement, Procedures, and Operational Effectiveness (15%) Researches new or improved business and management practices for application to Finance Division operations. Develops recommendations to standardize, streamline, or improve organizational systems, staffing workflows, work methods, procedures, and documentation. Prepares, revises, and maintains operations and procedures materials to enhance consistency, accountability, and organizational effectiveness. Assists leadership with implementation of approved changes and monitors results to recommend further modifications as needed. EJF 5: Legislative, Stakeholder, and Special Assignment Coordination (5%) Coordinates responses to executive, legislative, stakeholder, and agency inquiries and assignments. Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to gather information, analyze issues, prepare briefing materials, and ensure accurate and timely responses. Represents the Finance Division in meetings, workgroups, and special initiatives as assigned. Performs related work and other special projects as directed by the Deputy Chief Financial Officer.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, finance, accounting, economics, project management, or a related field.
Four years of full-time experience in management analysis, organizational analysis, business process analysis, project management, strategic planning, governmental operations, program administration, finance, policy analysis, process improvement, or a related field.
Experience preparing analytical reports, recommendations, procedures, briefing materials, or other written products for management or executive leadership.
Knowledge of principles and practices of project management and organizational planning.
Knowledge of methods and techniques of organizational analysis, management analysis, and operational evaluation.
Knowledge of budget, finance, and business processes.
Knowledge of business process analysis, work simplification, workflow design, performance measurement, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Knowledge of legislative and executive decision-making processes.
Knowledge of preparation and maintenance of technical records, reports, procedures, and operations manuals.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and business productivity tools.
Skill in conducting organizational studies, operational assessments, and management analyses.
Skill in collecting, validating, interpreting, and presenting quantitative and qualitative data.
Skill in developing executive-level reports, presentations, and correspondence.
Skill in developing recommendations, corrective action plans, procedures, and implementation strategies.
Skill in managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
Skill in facilitating meetings and coordinating stakeholder engagement.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
Skill in written and verbal communication.
Ability to analyze organizational systems, procedures, workload, staffing utilization, work methods, and operational practices.
Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and develop practical recommendations to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
Ability to prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive reports, procedures, briefing materials, and executive communications.
Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and organizational priorities.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality.
Ability to communicate effectively with executive leadership and diverse stakeholders.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and initiatives.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), Lean Six Sigma, or other project management/process improvement certification.
Experience working in a state government agency, health and human services organization, or large public-sector organization.
Experience supporting executive leadership and managing high-priority or cross-functional initiatives.
Experience developing executive-level presentations, reports, and briefing materials.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and project management tools.

Responsibilities

Conducts organizational studies and evaluations of Finance Division functions, operations, procedures, workload, staffing utilization, business processes, and performance trends.
Collects, researches, validates, and analyzes historical, current, and projected data to identify operational issues, root causes, efficiency opportunities, and areas where procedural or system changes may be needed.
Reviews current organizational, procedural, and operational systems for effectiveness, efficiency, consistency, and conformance with established guidelines.
Prepares analysis, findings, alternatives, and recommendations to support management decisions and improve organizational effectiveness.
Coordinates and monitors complex Finance Division projects, strategic initiatives, and executive assignments.
Consults with management to identify priorities; define project scope, purpose, objectives, resource needs, timelines, and deliverables; and develop project plans and tracking tools.
Monitors milestones, analyzes barriers and risks, communicates status updates, and recommends corrective actions to keep projects on schedule.
Facilitates collaboration across divisions, program areas, and administrative functions to support successful implementation of organizational priorities.
Prepares comprehensive technical records, reports, presentations, briefing materials, memoranda, procedures, and recommendations for Finance Division leadership and executive decision-making.
Interprets data, summarizes findings, identifies alternatives, and justifies recommendations related to organizational systems, operational practices, resource needs, and process improvements.
Develops and maintains performance measures, dashboards, tracking tools, and documentation to evaluate outcomes and support continuous improvement.
Researches new or improved business and management practices for application to Finance Division operations.
Develops recommendations to standardize, streamline, or improve organizational systems, staffing workflows, work methods, procedures, and documentation.
Prepares, revises, and maintains operations and procedures materials to enhance consistency, accountability, and organizational effectiveness.
Assists leadership with implementation of approved changes and monitors results to recommend further modifications as needed.
Coordinates responses to executive, legislative, stakeholder, and agency inquiries and assignments.
Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to gather information, analyze issues, prepare briefing materials, and ensure accurate and timely responses.
Represents the Finance Division in meetings, workgroups, and special initiatives as assigned.
Performs related work and other special projects as directed by the Deputy Chief Financial Officer.