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Financial Analyst IV

Salary

$66,482.00 - $88,400.00 Annually

Location

8000 N. Stadium

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

33911

Department

Houston Health Department

Division

HHD - Administrative Services Division

Opening Date

04/16/2024

Closing Date

5/16/2024 11:59 PM Central

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications Accepted From: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

PN: 33911

Division/Section: HHD-Administrative Services/ Grants Accounting

Workdays & Hours: Monday – Friday

*Subject to Change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTION

The Houston Health Department is actively searching for a skilled individual to perform the following essential functions:

• Coordinates and directs the development, implementation and monitoring of various financial activities, including grant closing policies and procedures to effectively manage assigned grants.

• Completes extensive reconciliation of financial reports and SAP data to assist the department with soft closing of grants.

• Act as a liaison to grant program managers and responds to internal and external auditors on questions or reports related to financial reports.

• Prepares monthly, quarterly and final financial reports as required by the grantor agency.

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

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.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a field directly related to the type of work being performed.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Six (6) years of professional experience in finance, economics, budget analysis or a closely related field.

Substitutions: Experience cannot be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree requirement. A Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field may be substituted for two years of the above experience requirement

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

None

PREFERENCES

*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. *

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED None

However, the department may administer and the applicant must successfully complete a skills-assessment relevant to job description.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: No

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing if a promotional position; candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION : General Funds

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 25

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 ( 832.393.4882 ).

If you need special services or accommodations, call 832.393.4882 . (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

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan.

Benefits include:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Wellness

• Life insurance

• Long-term disability

• Retirement pension

• 457 deferred compensation plan

• Employee Assistance Program

• 10 days of vacation each year

• 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday

• Flexible schedules

• Professional development opportunities

• Transportation/parking plan

• Section 125 pretax deductions

• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan

• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

01

Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

• Yes

• No

  02

  Are you a current City of Houston Employee?

• Yes

• No

  03

  Which of the following best describes your highest level of education?

• Associates Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree

• Doctorate Degree

• None of the above

  04

  How many years of professional experience do you have in finance, economics, budget analysis or a closely related area?

• At least 2 years

• More than 2 years but less than 4 years

• At least 4 years

• More than 4 years but less than 6 years

• More than 6 years but less than 8 years

• 8 years or more

• None of the above

  05

  Which of the following best describe your level of proficiency with SAP?

• Beginner

• Intermediate

• Advanced

• Expert

• No Experience

  06

  Which of the following best describes your experience and level of proficiency utilizing and creating SAP Financial Reports?

• Beginner

• Intermediate

• Advanced

• Expert

• No Experience

  07

  Please explain your working knowledge of grants. (A response of "See Resume" is a disqualifier)

  08

  Please describe your working knowledge of HR modules? (A response of "See Resume" is a disqualifier)

  09

  Please describe your working knowledge of Financial Accounting modules? (A response of "See Resume" is a disqualifier)

  Required Question