- Project lead on the implementation of outcome-based budget
- Analyze and research industry best practices and procedures and develops recommendations for implementation.
- Lead in evaluation, requirements gathering and design of workflow, and processes, for a budget system implementation.
- Assist in the development and monitoring of department performance measures to guide budgetary decision making.
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- Strong interpersonal skills and relationship building skills.
- Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to communicate comfortably and at appropriate level of summary and detail across multiple levels.
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Senior Budget Analyst FP&A - Houston, United States - City of Houston, TX
Description
Applications accepted from:
ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Job Classification:
SENIOR BUDGET ANALYST
Department:
Finance
Division:
Financial Planning & Analysis
Reporting Location: 611 Walker Street
Workdays & Hours:
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. *Subject to Change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Financial Planning & Analysis Senior Staff Analyst will play a lead role in transitioning the City of Houston's budget process to an outcomes-based process focused on connecting the City's resources with results that matter most to citizens.
Outcome-Based Budget
GENERAL
WORKING CONDITIONS
The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort in a normal office environment.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Five years of professional experience in finance, budget analysis, economics or closely related field are required.
A Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a closely related field may be substituted for two years of the above experience requirement.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
NonePREFERENCES
Preferences will be given to applicants with:
Additionally, applicants with the following will be considered a plus: Lean and Six Sigma training and certification; prior public sector experience; knowledge and experience with budget and performance management in the public sector.
Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.
Department may administer, and the applicant must successfully complete a skills-assessment relevant to job description.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION NO
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing if a promotional position; candidate must pass an assignment drug 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.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown.
Applications must be submitted online at:
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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.
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.