TMD - Budget Analyst III (Budget Analyst)

Job Description

APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE FILED ONLINE THROUGH CAPPS RECRUIT AT:

https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00043628

APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS:

Applicants may submit applications through Work In Texas (WIT), however applicants must complete the supplemental questions in CAPPS Recruit to be considered for the position. In order to complete the supplemental questions, please register and/or login to CAPPS Recruit and access your profile. Go to CAPPS Recruit to Sign In (Link: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en)

Your job application must be complete and thorough including responding to all the supplemental questions. Your application must contain complete job histories, which includes job titles, dates of employment, name of employer and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.

NOTES TO THE APPLICANT:

TMD State Employees support the Texas Military Department by delivering critical services that enable the agency to meet its strategic goals.

Military membership is not required for this position.

ABOUT US:

Our Agency: The Texas Military Department (TMD) is commanded by The Adjutant General of Texas, the state's senior military official appointed by the governor, and is comprised of the Texas Military Department (State & Federal Civilian Employees), the Texas Army National Guard (TXARNG), the Texas Air National Guard (TXANG) and the Texas State Guard (TXSG).

Our Vision: America's premier state military organization comprised of professional mission-ready forces, fully engaged with our communities, and relevant through the 21st century.

Our Mission: Provide the Governor and the President with ready forces in support of state and federal authorities at home and abroad.

BRIEF POSITION SUMMARY

Performs highly complex (senior-level) budget preparation and analysis work for the Texas Military Department. Work involves planning, organizing, coordinating and evaluating budgetary activities and performance measures. Work involves more than one fund source. Work involves preparing and analyzing operating budgets, appropriation requests, and performance measures; compiling statistics; and providing forecasting and assistance on budgetary matters. May assist in overseeing and monitoring budget and program performance. Reports to the Budget Manager. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

WORK HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8 hours a day, 40 hours a week

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares and enters budget revision documents in the Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS) and Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS).
• Completes daily reconciliation of assigned programs and appropriations.
• Assists with gathering data and entering data in reporting systems.
• Analyzes expenditure patterns and provides management with recommendations.
• Performs monitoring, tracking and reporting of budgetary expenditures.
• Updates the standard operating procedures.
• Prepares and may conduct budget briefs to provide management with expenditure data.
• May prepare request for state and federal funds.
• Attends work regularly and observes approved work hours in accordance with agency state employee policies & procedures handbook.
• May be required to perform duty in support of national emergencies, disasters, and other missions, to include holidays and weekends.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

MINIMIUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university is required. (Substitution allowed)

PREFERRED EDUCATION:

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, business, public administration, or a related field is preferred.

SUBSTITUTION:

• Additional years of full-time work experience in accounting budget preparation and analysis and/or performance measurement report work may substitute for required education on a year-per-year basis.

EXPERIENCE:

• Four years of experience in accounting, auditing, finance, budget preparation and analysis, or a related financial discipline is required.
• Experience using Microsoft Office (such as Outlook, Word, or Excel) is required.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Experience preparing performance measurement reports and base reconciliations is preferred.
• Experience using the Automated Budget Evaluation System of Texas (ABEST) is preferred.
• Experience using USAS is preferred.
• Experience with FM Query is preferred.
• Experience using CAPPS is preferred.

REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE:

• Valid driver's license is required within the first 30 days of employment. Satisfactory driving records are required for operating state or personal vehicles to conduct agency business.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Selected candidate must pass federal security background investigation. The process includes a National Agency Check and Inquiry (NACI) and fingerprinting. New employees must complete and sign the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Form SF85. Completed forms are submitted to the OPM for the background investigations.
• The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires all new employees to present proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three (3) days of being hired. The Texas Military Department participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
• Upon hire with the State of Texas, males between the ages of 18 through 25 must provide proof of registration or exemption with the Selective Service. For further information, visit the Selective Service website at https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfVerification.aspx.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• State and federal laws and regulations relevant to governmental budgeting and accounting;
• accounting and management principles and practices;
• USAS and ABEST;
• forecasting methodologies;
• automated accounting, budgeting and forecasting programs; and
• performance measurement and reporting.

Skill in:

• communicating effectively both orally and in writing;
• preparing legislative appropriation requests and operating budgets;
• preparing and analyzing performance measure data;
• analyzing financial data; and
• operating other applicable database software products.

Ability to:

• monitor and report on performance measurement;
• coordinate the gathering and analysis of data;
• determine appropriate use of funds;
• analyze financial records and reports;
• develop budgetary reports;
• analyze potential budget problems and to develop and present solutions to problems;
• supervise and train others;
• communicate effectively; and
• establish effective working relationships with internal staff and customers.

PHYSICAL/WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is typically performed in a sedentary office setting involving sitting, standing and walking to perform job duties. Work requires extensive use of a personal computer and telephone. Position may periodically require the ability to lift, carry, move and/or set up equipment and materials that weigh up to 25 pounds.

MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE

If you qualify for a Military Employment Preference, it is mandatory that you provide the required documentation at the time of applying. Documentation must be provided before a Veteran Employment Preference can be granted.

Currently Serving U.S. Armed Forces or Texas Military Forces member - Statement of service memo

Veteran - DD Form 214 (or Equivalent)

Surviving Spouse of a Veteran who has not remarried - Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300

Orphan of a Veteran who was killed during active duty - Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300

Disabled Veteran - VA Civil Service Preference Letter

MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE

If you qualify for a Military Employment Preference, it is mandatory that you provide the required documentation at the time of applying. Documentation must be provided before a Military Employment Preference can be granted.

Currently Serving U.S. Armed Forces or Texas National Guard - Statement of service memo

Veteran - DD Form 214 (or Equivalent)

Spouse of a member of the United States Armed Forces or Texas National Guard serving on active duty - Marriage certificate and verification of duty status (active duty orders, PCS orders, statement of service)

Spouse of a veteran if the spouse is the primary source of income for the household and the veteran has a total disability rating based either on having a service-connected disability with a disability rating of at least 70 percent or on individual unemployability - Marriage certificate, VA Civil Service Preference Letter indicating disability rating, and documentary proof of income

Surviving Spouse of a Veteran who has not remarried - Marriage certificate and DD Form 1300

Orphan of a Veteran who was killed during active duty - Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300

Disabled Veteran - VA Civil Service Preference Letter

VETERANS:

Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs. Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets.

Veterans, Reservist or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties that fall in the following fields or other related fields pertaining to the minimum experience requirements may meet the minimum qualifications for this position and are highly encouraged to apply:

United States Army: 36B Financial Management Technician

United States Navy: 310X SC Supply Corps Officer

United States Coast Guard: F&S Finance and Supply

United States Marine Corps: 3451 Financial Management Resource Analyst

United States Air Force: 6F0X1 Financial Management Comptroller

Additional Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at: Accounting, Auditing, and Finance.xlsx (texas.gov)

Contact TMD's Veteran's Liaison, Paul Love if you have questions at (512)782-3836 or staffingHR@military.texas.gov

The Texas Military Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, genetic information, or status as an individual with a disability or protected veteran status in employment or in the provision of services.