Temporary (Financial Analyst II) HSEM

Job Description:

Temporary (Financial Analyst II) HSEM

Description

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By joining us, you become part of a community that values its people and is committed to making Austin the most thriving and resilient city in the country.

The Temporary Financial Analyst II performs complex professional-level financial analysis and budgeting work in support of emergency management operations. This position is responsible for preparing and monitoring departmental budgets, overseeing cost recovery, grant management and reviewing contracts for financial compliance, performing in-depth financial analysis, and assisting with financial reporting to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.

Job Description:

Purpose:

Coordinates and provides financial information to management by planning, developing, interpreting, monitoring, processing and reporting financial information for use by management.

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.

• 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.
  
• Monitors and analyzes expenses and activities and identifies and solves potential or existing problems.
  
• Prepares work for processing by gathering and sorting documents and related information; verifying correct funding.
  
• Monitors and provides assistance with components of the annual operating budget, forecast, estimates, business plan, performance measures and satisfaction surveys.
  
• Assures compliance with conditions of grant by monitoring and analyzing Interlocal agreements, contracts, grants and subcontract expenses and activities; ensuring compliance with federal and local laws. Prepares and submits grant reporting.
  
• Prepares/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.
  
• Maintains computer spreadsheets and databases to support project data analysis and financial reporting.
  
• Monitors and analyzes revenue by researching, compiling, reviewing accounts and summarizing current and historical data.
  

Responsibilities - Supervisor 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 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 financial reports.
  
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• 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 two (2) years’ experience in a related field.
  
• A Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or Public Administration or other relevant field may be substituted for experience.
  

Licenses and Certifications Required:

None

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Annual Operating and Maintenance budgeting (strategic planning, analyzing, monitoring, reviewing, and accounting).
  
• Experience with Strategic business planning and performance measures.
  
  Experience with financial and accounting journal entries, month-end close process, and financial reports.
  
• Experience with developing/implementing financial-related processes and procedures.
  
• Experience with financial software such as AIMS, e-Combs, MicroStrategy, or other related financial and/or business intelligence software.
  

Notes to Candidate:

The City of Austin’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEM) plans and prepares for emergencies, educates the public about preparedness, develops volunteers, manages grant funding to improve homeland security and public safety capabilities, coordinates emergency response and recovery, supports planned events, and works with public and partner organizations to protect our whole community when it needs us the most.

The Temporary Financial Analyst II performs complex professional-level financial analysis and budgeting work in support of emergency management operations. This position is responsible for preparing and monitoring departmental budgets, overseeing cost recovery, grant management and reviewing contracts for financial compliance, performing in-depth financial analysis, and assisting with financial reporting to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.

When completing the City of Austin employment application:

The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered.

• Please be sure that your application is a reflection of your entire work history.
  
• Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
  
• A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position.
  
• Be sure to provide job titles and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered. Describe your specific experience for each position. Include all job duties, responsibilities, and employment dates.
  

Benefits:

Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, training opportunities and more.

Work Location: 5202 E Ben White Blvd

If you are selected as a top candidate:

• And are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED, undergraduate and/or graduate degrees)will be required.
  
• You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution.
  

Background Investigation: Successful candidates must pass a a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.

Salary Range: $27.63 - $34.53 per hour

EEO Statement for City of Austin:

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.

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.

Closing Date/Time: 2025-10-10