Financial Analyst III

Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• 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
This position will support the City of Austin - Austin Transportation and Public Works Department Finance Division. This role will be responsible for development, monitoring, reporting, and guiding division managers and work group managers on the departments operating budget and financial forecast, including both revenue and expense budgets. This position will also be responsible for tracking expenses and preparing interdepartmental billings for expense reimbursement. This role requires experience with reporting on large data sets and communicating complex information and ideas in easily understood ways. The ideal candidate should have strong analytical, interpersonal, and time management skills.

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.

Watch the video linked below to learn more about Austin Transportation and Public Works and its role in the region's mobility landscape.

Inside TPW : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wu4fqWGoH0E

Working for the City of Austin provides a number health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. For more information on City of Austin Benefits click here!

Regarding your Application:

A detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Please list your complete employment history (to include all job duties responsibilities and employment dates) on your online application. The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (e.g., "see resume" or "see Linked In Profile"). Resumes will not be used to qualify for the position and will not be used to recommend salary.

Criminal Background Investigation ( CBI ):
This position will require a Financial CBI .

Assessment:

This position may require a skills assessment.

Close Job Posting:

Department may close the job posting at any time after 7 days.

90 Day Provision for Additional Vacancy:

This posting may be used to fill other vacancies in other sections within the Division. Decisions on assigned section will be made at the time of hire based on business needs.

Office Location Notes:

Office location is subject to change based on department needs and programs.

Austin Transportation and Public Works positions are not at 100% remote operation.

Video Conferencing Software Technology:

The Austin Transportation and Public Works Department uses the communication platform, Microsoft Teams, to conduct virtual interviews.

Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:

• Experience with City of Austin systems such as AIMS , eCOMBS, and MicroStrategy or similar.
• Experience in monitoring, forecasting, analyzing, and reporting on operating budgets using complex spreadsheets with large sets of data.
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal that enable and demonstrate successful consultative interactions with peers and managers.
• Ability to proactively and independently verify data.

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.