Budget Analyst
Budget Analyst
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Position Description
Precinct Ones Mission
Precinct Ones mission is that we are committed to becoming a national model for delivering responsive public service utilizing inclusive innovative and collaborative approaches to improve the quality of life advance equality of opportunity and promote the fair treatment of all people in Harris County. The Finance team advances the mission by upholding the highest fiduciary standards ensuring efficient and ethical use of funds and delivering quality data for informed decisionmaking.What you will do at Precinct One
The Budget Analyst will assist in the creation and monitoring of the Precinct One budget evaluate and analyze budgettoactual monthly reports and track program/service metrics to ensure goals are met. This position will work collaboratively with the Precinct One Divisions to facilitate a culture of accountability and datadriven decisions in the department. The Budget Analyst is expected to have strong analytic abilities and critical thinking skills.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities- Prepare and assist with the annual budget for Precinct One and longterm financial plans including revenue projections expenditure planning and financial forecasts.
- Update and maintain database systems for budget tracking and management.
- Monitor budget balances review budget transfers and report on budget performance for ongoing projects and contracts.
- Research collaborate and respond to financial and budget inquiries from Precinct One Divisions.
- Prepare various financial statements schedules charts reports and conduct detailed financial analysis to identify variances and investigate causes.
- Prepare training materials and conduct training sessions for Division budget liaisons.
- Participate in special projects and accounting projects including costbenefit analysis program evaluation and financial modeling for new and ongoing projects.
- Other duties as assigned
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
If you need special services or accommodations please callor email.
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and even when considered may not automatically disqualify the candidate.Requirements
- Experience:
What you will bring to Precinct One
Education:
Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Business Management or related fieldfrom an accredited college or university
- Three 3 years of experience in budget analysis financial planning or a related field
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:- Outstanding organizational and time management skills with proven ability to organize prioritize and analyze multiple and shifting priorities projects and deadlines
- Ability to work effectively efficiently and independently with minimal supervision
- Proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with tact and discretion
- Strong analytical critical thinking and problemsolving skills
- Knowledge of relevant government accounting standards and best practices
- Team player flexible adaptable personable and able to work well with others; takes direction and fulfills responsibilities under stress or pressure
- Strong computer skills including PeopleSoft Outlook Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint
NOTE: Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation butONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resumewill not be accepted for qualifications.
Preferences
Licensure:
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or other financial certification (preferred)
General Information
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
- Fulltime Regular
- Monday Friday
- Some evenings and weekends may be required
Work Environment and Physical Demands:- This job operates in a professional office environment. This role uses standard office equipment such as computers phones printers and copiers.
- This role is a standard office role which requires remaining stationary for long periods of time. At times files or boxes must be transported weighing up to 15lbs.
What You Get in Return
You will be surrounded by coworkers who bring their best daily. Passionate people who want to make a difference in the communities Precinct One serves and Harris County as a whole. You will be in a missiondriven organization surrounded by colleagues who bring their best to work each day and collaborate to make a difference in the communities Precinct One serves along with Harris County as a whole.
Harris County employees receive a competitive salary plus medical dental and vision insurance at no cost to the employee after the first two months of fulltime continued employment. Vacation sick time and floating holidays allow our employees to recharge and balance work and personal time. Mandatory participation in our retirement program allows employees to save for retirement. Various other benefits and discounts lead to the satisfaction and engagement of our employees.
About Precinct One
There are four precincts in Harris County. The four elected commissioners along with an elected county judge serve as members of Harris County Commissioners Court the administrative head of the countys government. Commissioner Rodney Ellis represents the constituents of Precinct One.
With approximately 1.17 million residents Harris County Precinct One is a diverse urban precinct that covers 363 square miles. Precinct Ones multiracial multiethnic population is roughly 33 percent African American 38 percent Latino 21 percent Anglo 6 percent Asian and 2 percent other or multiple races.
Precinct One stretches south to Brazoria County and reaches into eastern and northern sections of Harris County. The Precincts territory includes a large section of Downtown Houston including the Downtown Harris County Courthouse Complex Toyota Center Minute Maid Park and the BBVA Compass Stadium. Other notable landmarks include the 263acre NRG Park Complex and the renowned Texas Medical Center. The Precinct is also the higher educational home to Houston Community College Rice University Texas Southern University the University of Houston and the University of St. Thomas. Precinct One manages more than 21 parks 10 community centers numerous hikeandbike trails three maintenance service centers and several area offices all of which provide an array of services to Precinct One residents.How to apply
If this job sounds interesting you meet the required qualifications and you can see yourself working for Precinct One we invite you to apply.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
