Minimum Qualifications
- Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to Finance, Accounting, or Economics, plus four (4) years of experience in a related field.
- Graduation with a Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or Public Administration or other relevant field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for two (2) years of experience.
- A five (5) year accounting (MAcy) degree or CPA designation may be substituted for one (1) year of experience.
Licenses and Certifications Required: None.
Notes to Applicants
Position Overview: This position performs key lead functions for the Finance team in the Financial Services Department - Support Services division. Some of these responsibilities include assist divisions with the annual budget process, financial policies and procedures, budget monitoring, CIP , quality check complex invoices, and simple contracts. Other duties may include processing transactions in the City’s financial system, creating MicroStrategy reports, and researching data for emergency response reporting. The top candidate must have the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment, have excellent communication, and leadership skills.
Who We Are:Our department provides a variety of financial services and programs. The Financial Services Department ( FSD ) serves residents, vendors, and City departments.
Our mission is to serve as a trusted steward of public resources with integrity and accountability to ensure a fiscally sound city.
Our staff supports a wide variety of financial processes, including preparing the annual budget and annual fiscal report, procurement processes, franchise agreements, real estate transactions, and overseeing the City’s investment portfolio and debt management.
As an internal support function within the larger City organization, FSD is proud to serve and act as a leader in financial management to its partner departments.
Click here to read more about us online! Why Join Us? Meaningful Work Contribute to projects that improve the lives of the people in our community.
Innovation and Collaboration Collaborate with diverse and talented teams, leveraging technology, continuous improvement, and best practices to drive progress in a variety of financial programs.
Professional Growth and Development Achieve your professional goals. FSD offers opportunities to advance in multiple career paths, as well as a wide variety of learning opportunities.
Work-Life Balance Enjoy a balanced lifestyle in a city renowned for its quality of life, outdoor activities, and cultural experiences.
Hybrid Work Environment: The City of Austin Flexible Work Arrangement Program is designed to empower employees and leaders to establish hybrid work arrangements that promote high levels of performance and engagement. Staff may be eligible to telework up to 50% within a two (2) week period. Work schedules are implemented to meet department requirements and are subject to change based on business needs.
Health and Wellness The City of Austin is committed to providing cost-effective, sustainable benefits that assist employees in being physically and mentally well. For employees that are covered, this includes low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, training opportunities and more.
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Application Details: - A detailed, complete City of Austin employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications.
- Please be thorough in completing the employment application and list all experience that is relevant to this position.
- For each position, please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications.
- A resume is required. Please note: Your employment application will primarily be considered for interview qualification and compensation purposes. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of completed application.
- Employment history dates on resume should match online employment application.
- Employment history dates must include month and year.
Additional Details: - The Financial Services Department may close this job posting at any time after it has been advertised for seven (7) days, please apply as soon as possible if interested.
- This position may require a skills assessment.
- If you are identified as a top candidate, verification of your education, which may include High School graduation or GED equivalent, undergraduate and/or graduate degrees, will be required.
- This position will require a pre-employment Criminal Background Investigation ( CBI ).
- If you are selected as the top candidate for a position, we may contact your current and former employer, as well as the references listed in your application. Please be sure you have listed at least 3 previous supervisors in the application with correct contact information.
- If you are identified as a top military candidate or a veteran, you must provide a copy of your DD-214.
Travel:If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.
90 Day Provision for Additional Vacancy: When the same or an additional vacancy occurs within a department in the same job title within 90 days after the start date of the top candidate, the hiring department may offer the additional position to another candidate from the same candidate pool.
Pay Range
$33.05 - $42.14
Hours
Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Telework opportunities may be available after an initial training period. Work schedules are implemented to meet the requirements of the department and are subject to change based on business needs.
Staff eligible to telework must be in the office for at least 50% of their schedule within a two-week period.
Job Close Date 09/12/2024 Type of Posting Departmental Only Department Financial Services Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 505 Barton Springs Rd. Austin, TX 78704 Preferred Qualifications
- Experience creating and analyzing financial reports
- Experience with budget monitoring
- Experience with financial software such as AIMS , e-Capris, MicroStrategy, or other related financial and/or business intelligence software system
- Ability to travel to more than one work location
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.Assists with development of the operating or CIP budget for the department. Performs budget analysis by implementing the organization’s budget process system, providing guidance and recommendations to management in the development and completion of their budgets; finalizing the organizations budget; and monitoring the budget by preparing or reviewing current year estimates and budget variance reports, reporting on budget variances; reviewing budget forecasts; and reviewing current and historical budget information and data. Prepares financial analysis, periodic, and ad-hoc reports by researching, compiling, monitoring, and summarizing current and historical financial information and data, reporting on variances and trends, and compiling financial information from various financial systems. Performs debt administration by monitoring debt service schedules. Provides financial support and monitors CIP projects. Processes and tracks task orders and other project requirements in eCAPRIS and other financial systems. Assists with the development of department’s Business Plan and forecast. Prepares fund summaries to keep management abreast of the financial conditions of the department. Develops and maintains computer spreadsheets models and databases to support project data analysis and financial reporting. Reviews and approves accounting and financial transactions by verifying documentation and accurately completing transactions. Reviews documentation and funding information for accuracy and ensures that transactions are processed in accordance with City policy, applicable laws and regulations, and sound business practices. Assists departments and other customers by providing procedural and financial information and guidance with financial systems. Researches and provides information requested by City Council, City management, boards and commissions, vendors, the public, regulatory agencies, and other City offices. Monitors State and Federal regulatory processes and provides guidance to the department regarding the financial impact of new and/or proposed legislation, regulations, and standards.
Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:
May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. - Knowledge of the processes and theories used for public budgetary and financial policies.
- Knowledge of accounting practices and concepts.
- Knowledge of internal control systems.
- Knowledge of preferred business practices.
- Knowledge of manual and automated financial systems.
- Knowledge of financial and budget reporting.
- Skill in designing and maintaining complex spreadsheet and database models and utilizing word processing and presentation software.
- Skill in effective oral and written communications.
- Skill in analyzing and interpreting financial records.
- Skill in gathering, analyzing, and presenting data to provide accurate information for management’s use.
- Ability to resolve problems or situations that requires the exercising of good judgment.
- Ability to prepare accurate and complex financial reports.
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.
Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for the Financial Analyst III position are: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to Finance, Accounting, or Economics, plus four (4) years of experience in a related field. Graduation with a Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or Public Administration or other relevant field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for two (2) years of experience. A five (5) year accounting (MAcy) degree or CPA designation may be substituted for one (1) year of experience. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?
* Describe in detail how you meet the minimum qualifications of this position. Please detail how you meet the educational requirements, account for the years of related experience, and explain any substitutions of experience for education (if applicable).
(Open Ended Question)
* Are you a current employee of the City of Austin Financial Services Department?
* Briefly describe your experience creating and analyzing financial reports. Please indicate in your response the specific position(s) on your application where you obtained this experience and how many years of experience you have.
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience with budget monitoring. Please indicate in your response the specific position(s) on your application where you obtained this experience and how many years of experience you have.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience with financial software such as AIMS, e-Capris, MicroStrategy, or other related financial and/or business intelligence software system.
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you have the ability to travel to more than one work location?
* This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.
- I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation.
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