FINANCIAL ANALYST III

Description Of Duties/Essential Functions

• Reconciling daily Revenue reports, payment reports, post pay reports.
• Reconciling various adjustment balances, pulling support backup for audit purposes.
• Preparing Journal Entry for daily billing, weekly and month end closing.
• Analyzing and updating various monthly financial reports.
• Performing other duties as requested by Division and Department Head.

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

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field.
• Three (3) years of professional experience in finance, economics, budget analysis or a closely related area are required.
• A Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the above experience requirement.
• No required licence.

PREFERENCES

• Preference will be given to applicants with experience in the following:
• SAP and Advanced MS Excel
• Revenue accounting and auditing
• Analytical financial operations’ research skill
• Knowledge of municipal budgeting, accounting, and reporting procedures
• Cost Allocation and daily accounting processing

GENERAL INFORMATION

• SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None
• However, The Department May Administer a Skills Assessment Test.

Safety Impact Position

No

SALARY INFORMATION

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

21

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 832-395-2976. If you need special services or accommodations 832-395-2976 (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.