Financial Analyst III (Austin Convention Center)

City of Austin

2d • $75,950 - $95,700 • Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Analyst III coordinates and develops budget process deliverables and provides management with financial information by planning, developing, interpreting, monitoring, processing, and reporting financial and budget information. The position supports operating and capital improvement program (CIP) budgets, budget analysis and forecasting, debt administration, project financial monitoring, accounting transactions, and financial reporting. It also provides procedural and financial guidance to departments and other customers, and monitors regulatory developments that may affect departmental finances.

The role may provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others. It requires a bachelor's degree in a related field and four years of related experience, with specified substitutions for graduate education, a five-year accounting degree, or CPA designation. The position is based at the 5th Street Parking Garage in Austin, Texas, and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Travel to more than one work location may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, with major coursework in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field, plus four years of experience in a related field.
• A master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or Public Administration, or another relevant field from an accredited college or university may substitute for two years of experience.
• A five-year accounting (MAcy) degree or CPA designation may substitute for one year of experience.
• Knowledge of public budgetary and financial policy processes and theories, accounting practices and concepts, internal control systems, preferred business practices, manual and automated financial systems, and financial and budget reporting.
• Skill in designing and maintaining complex spreadsheet and database models and using word processing and presentation software.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Skill in analyzing and interpreting financial records and gathering, analyzing, and presenting data for management use.
• Ability to exercise good judgment to resolve problems or situations, prepare accurate and complex financial reports, and maintain good working relationships with City employees and the public.
• Ability to travel to more than one work location.
• A successful criminal background check is required.
• Applicants must provide a complete City of Austin employment application; resumes do not substitute for the application.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in Parking or Transportation operations using parking software and payment platforms.
• Experience in process innovation and development involving collaboration, planning, or project management.
• Experience working with raw data and drawing actionable insights.
• Advanced experience and proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development of the department's operating or CIP budget.
• Implement the organization's budget process, guide and advise management in budget development, finalize the organization's budget, and monitor budgets through estimates, variance reports, forecasts, and reviews of current and historical data.
• Prepare financial analyses and periodic or ad-hoc reports by researching, compiling, monitoring, and summarizing financial information; report variances and trends and compile information from financial systems.
• Monitor debt service schedules as part of debt administration.
• Provide financial support for and monitor CIP projects; process and track task orders and other project requirements in eCAPRIS and other financial systems.
• Assist with development of the department's Business Plan and forecast, and prepare fund summaries to inform management about departmental financial conditions.
• Develop and maintain spreadsheet models and databases for project data analysis and financial reporting.
• Review and approve accounting and financial transactions by verifying documentation and completing transactions accurately.
• Review documentation and funding information for accuracy and ensure transactions comply with City policy, applicable laws and regulations, and sound business practices.
• Provide departments and other customers with procedural and financial information and guidance on financial systems.
• Research and provide information requested by City Council, City management, boards and commissions, vendors, the public, regulatory agencies, and other City offices.
• Monitor State and Federal regulatory processes and advise the department on the financial impact of new or proposed legislation, regulations, and standards.
• May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.

Benefits

• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid leave time and generous leave.
• Competitive retirement plan through the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System.
• Training opportunities and professional development and leadership opportunities.
• Work-life balance programs.
• Wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support.
• Access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure.
• Modern and sustainable workspaces.

What This Job Offers

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