Staff Analyst (Financial Reporting)

Description Of Duties/Essential Functions

This financial reporting position will have a primary role in the financial statement preparation of the Combined Utility System Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) which is audited and published annually. This position will provide professional analytical, administrative and management systems services to the Deputy Assistant Director over Financial Reporting and other Senior Management, as well as all related financial policies, analysis, required compliance and transactions as required.

Assists in the preparation of the Combined Utility System’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), as well as the preparation of monthly and year-end closing entries, financial reporting schedules, and ACFR footnotes.

Affords assistance in evaluating and implementing new Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements.

Investigates and makes recommendations for problems of medium to high complexity as assigned by the supervisor.

Performs monthly general ledger analysis and reconciliations.

Prepares journal document entries to transfer, adjust and/or correct accounting records; ensures accuracy and completeness of entries; enters transactions into accounting system.

Serves as project liaison for financial reporting software integration.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort in a normal office environment.

Minimum Requirements

• EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a field directly related to the type of work being performed.

• EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Three (3) years of professional administrative, financial or analytical experience related to the type of work being performed are required.

PREFERENCES

• Preference will be given to those that have the following experience:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting/Finance.
  • A Certified Public Account (CPA) license or a CPA candidate applicant.
  • Strong background and knowledge in financial statement preparation, ACFR compilation, bond and debt accounting, SAP experience, and financial reporting software.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to train/mentor less experienced professionals.

GENERAL INFORMATION

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

• 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 26

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 832-393-6737.

• If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-6737. (TTY 7-1-1)

• If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION

No

GENERAL INFORMATION

• SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: No

EEO

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.