Tda - Fnd - Financial Analyst (58310) - Austin, United States - Texas Department of Agriculture
Description
TDA - FND - Financial Analyst
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Organization:
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
Primary Location:
Texas-Austin
Work Locations:
SFA OFFICES AUSTIN - 10 FLOOR 1700 N. Congress Ste. 1100 Austin 78701
Job:
Business and Financial Operations
Employee Status:
Regular
Schedule:
Full-time
Standard Hours Per Week:
40.00
State Job Code:
1082
Salary Admin Plan:
B
Grade:
22
Salary (Pay Basis):
5, , Monthly)
Number of Openings:
1
Overtime Status:
Exempt
Job Posting:
Apr 22, 2024, 4:00:32 PM
Closing Date:
May 6, 2024, 11:59:00 PM
Description
FOOD & NUTRITION FINANCIAL ANALYST
(Accounting/Auditing/Grant Management/Finance)
Salary Information:
B22, $5,000-$5,500.00/MO***
State Classification: Financial Analyst II/1082
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Posting Number:
R
Location:
Austin, TX**
HOW TO APPLY
WHO ARE WE
The Texas Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrition Division administers 12 federal child and special nutrition programs and more than $2.5 billion in federal money annually.
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WHAT YOU'LL DO
The Financial Analyst will perform highly complex financial analysis, financial reporting, grant management, and reconciliations for federally funded nutrition programs administered by the Food and Nutrition Division.
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PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Review payment data and prepare reports to monitor financial performance of federal grants.
Ensure accurate accounting through monthly reconciliation of the grant awards.
Prepare required federal grant reports for USDA.
Prepare periodic budget and financial reports, including but not limited to status updates, reconciliations, adjustments, and journal entries.
Conduct annual Management Evaluation of the Education Service Center (ESC).
Prepare ad-hoc financial reports for management and the agency.
Assist in the grant management of the federal awards.
Develop, monitor, and assist in the development of the federal and state budget for federal grant awards.
Assist with the preparation of documents for state and federal audits.
Follow all TDA policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION
Bachelor's Degree.
Minimum three years of work experience in finance, accounting, or related field.
- Substitution: A Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration _
_or__ a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license (in good standing) can substitute for an undergraduate degree and for two years of required experience._
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
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Work experience with State of Texas accounting systems such as USAS or CAPPS
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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Skill in using effective critical thinking skills; using strong math aptitude; using Excel; providing customer service excellence to both internal and external customers; and skill in the use of a computer and applicable software.
Ability to analyze large amounts of data; analyze problems, evaluate alternatives, and recommend effective solutions; process information in logical manner and to assess validity; work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines while maintaining extreme attention to detail; multi-task in a fast-paced environment; plan, organize and work both independently and within a team environment; and to exercise sound judgment and discretion.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS
This position will work in a normal office work environment and may have exposure to dust and environmental allergens consistent with normal business activities and human contact.
Mostly sedentary in nature but may involve walking; standing; pulling and pushing; kneeling, stooping, and bending; performing tasks requiring fine motor skills and coordination; and safely lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds.
Must be able to work extended periods at a computer and may require working extended hours and some evenings and weekends, as needed.
May involve travel (up to5% of the work period), occasionally overnight.
TELEWORK & WORK HOURS
TDA has a telework policy that will allow eligible positions to telework up to two (
2) days per week after completing six (6) months of employment with the agency.
BENEFITS
The State of Texas offers a variety of benefits for you and your family that are comprehensive and, on average, make up about one-t
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