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Financial Analyst
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Harris County .
Position Description Performs routine technical work involving analysis of financial statements and reports, preparation of work papers, schedules, graphs, charts and reports. Develops preliminary interpretations and provides recommendations to management.
Key Responsibilities
Prepares financial reports by preparing periodic internal and external financial documents, supporting schedules and financial reports. Research, compiles, monitors and summarizes financial information and data and reports on financial condition.
Assists department accounting staff in meeting their financial and accounting functional goals. Maintains financial programs in accordance with established procedures.
Analyzes financial statements and reports.
Assists department representatives in the review and evaluation of selected financial reports.
Compiles financial data and prepares work papers, schedules, graphs and charts as required.
Assists in or develops and maintains computer spreadsheet models, databases and queries. Designs and maintains spreadsheets and databases to support departmental financial operations. Conducts project and division specific financial analysis. Prepares, updates and maintains monthly financial activity reports, spreadsheets and ledgers. Maintains financial data and records.
Assists in developing strategic and tactical financial plans. May assist in the development and implementation of departmental financial policies, procedures and strategies.
Performs other job‑related duties as assigned.
Equal Opportunity Employer Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.
Requirements Education
Requires a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration or a closely related field. A master's degree in a directly related field may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience.
Experience
No experience is required.
Substitutions
Four years of pertinent professional or para‑professional experience may substitute for the education requirement.
An associate’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration or a closely related field and two years of pertinent professional or para‑professional experience may substitute for the education requirement.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)
Policies, practices, procedures and terminology of assigned function.
Federal, state, local and county applicable laws, rules, regulations and guidelines.
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and standardized financial, accounting and auditing practices.
Budget planning, development, preparation, and monitoring.
Manual and automated systems relating to assigned function.
Modern office practices, procedures and methods.
Computer equipment includes word processing, spreadsheets, databases and a variety of software packages.
Business letter writing, grammar and punctuation, and report preparation.
Problem‑solving and decision‑making.
Both verbal and written communication, including presentations.
Work independently.
Manage time well, perform multiple tasks and organize diverse activities.
Analyze, calculate, forecast and interpret financial data and identify and correct errors.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental clientele, representatives of outside agencies and providers, other County employees and officials, and the general public.
Licensure
Valid Texas Driver's License upon hire, a good driving record.
NOTE Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. Attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation. Only information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
General Information
Position Type: Full‑Time | Regular | 40 hours per week.
Salary: Commensurate with experience, based on 26 pay periods.
Physical Demands and Environmental Exposure: Most assignments will be performed in an office, meeting, or operations command center environment, but some field work may be required. May require extended work hours during activation of disaster recovery operations. Bending, stooping, lifting to 25 lbs., walking, standing, sitting, reaching, ascending/descending stairs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
FEATURED BENEFITS
Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
Wellness.
Professional development opportunity.
Flexible spending account.
457 deferred compensation plans.
Retirement pension (TCDRS).
Transportation assistance (Metro Ride Sponsor Program).
Disability and life insurance.
Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
Other notes Employment is contingent upon passing a background check.
Due to a high volume of applications, positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
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Financial Analyst
role at
Harris County .
Position Description Performs routine technical work involving analysis of financial statements and reports, preparation of work papers, schedules, graphs, charts and reports. Develops preliminary interpretations and provides recommendations to management.
Key Responsibilities
Prepares financial reports by preparing periodic internal and external financial documents, supporting schedules and financial reports. Research, compiles, monitors and summarizes financial information and data and reports on financial condition.
Assists department accounting staff in meeting their financial and accounting functional goals. Maintains financial programs in accordance with established procedures.
Analyzes financial statements and reports.
Assists department representatives in the review and evaluation of selected financial reports.
Compiles financial data and prepares work papers, schedules, graphs and charts as required.
Assists in or develops and maintains computer spreadsheet models, databases and queries. Designs and maintains spreadsheets and databases to support departmental financial operations. Conducts project and division specific financial analysis. Prepares, updates and maintains monthly financial activity reports, spreadsheets and ledgers. Maintains financial data and records.
Assists in developing strategic and tactical financial plans. May assist in the development and implementation of departmental financial policies, procedures and strategies.
Performs other job‑related duties as assigned.
Equal Opportunity Employer Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.
Requirements Education
Requires a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration or a closely related field. A master's degree in a directly related field may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience.
Experience
No experience is required.
Substitutions
Four years of pertinent professional or para‑professional experience may substitute for the education requirement.
An associate’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration or a closely related field and two years of pertinent professional or para‑professional experience may substitute for the education requirement.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)
Policies, practices, procedures and terminology of assigned function.
Federal, state, local and county applicable laws, rules, regulations and guidelines.
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and standardized financial, accounting and auditing practices.
Budget planning, development, preparation, and monitoring.
Manual and automated systems relating to assigned function.
Modern office practices, procedures and methods.
Computer equipment includes word processing, spreadsheets, databases and a variety of software packages.
Business letter writing, grammar and punctuation, and report preparation.
Problem‑solving and decision‑making.
Both verbal and written communication, including presentations.
Work independently.
Manage time well, perform multiple tasks and organize diverse activities.
Analyze, calculate, forecast and interpret financial data and identify and correct errors.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental clientele, representatives of outside agencies and providers, other County employees and officials, and the general public.
Licensure
Valid Texas Driver's License upon hire, a good driving record.
NOTE Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. Attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation. Only information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
General Information
Position Type: Full‑Time | Regular | 40 hours per week.
Salary: Commensurate with experience, based on 26 pay periods.
Physical Demands and Environmental Exposure: Most assignments will be performed in an office, meeting, or operations command center environment, but some field work may be required. May require extended work hours during activation of disaster recovery operations. Bending, stooping, lifting to 25 lbs., walking, standing, sitting, reaching, ascending/descending stairs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
FEATURED BENEFITS
Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
Wellness.
Professional development opportunity.
Flexible spending account.
457 deferred compensation plans.
Retirement pension (TCDRS).
Transportation assistance (Metro Ride Sponsor Program).
Disability and life insurance.
Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
Other notes Employment is contingent upon passing a background check.
Due to a high volume of applications, positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
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