TWDB - 24-76 - Senior Financial Examiner (Financial Examiner V) - Austin, United States - Texas Water Development Board

Description

***Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications***

TEXAS WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD'S MISSION

Leading the state's efforts in ensuring a secure water future for Texas.

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The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) endorses telecommuting and hybrid workplace plans, in addition to other flexible work alternatives. We offer competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending, and flexible work hours so you can have a work/life balance For more information about these benefits and more visit:

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VETERAN'S PREFERENCE

Veterans, Reservists or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties that fall in the fields of 70C Health Services Comptroller, 6F0X1 Financial Management and Comptroller, 65WX Cost Analysis, or other related fields pertaining to the minimum experience requirements may meet the minimum qualifications for this position and are highly encouraged to apply.

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Job Description Summary:Performs highly complex (senior-level) work involving financial examination, and compliance monitoring work. Work includes reviewing financial audits, single audits, final accountings. Develops policies and procedures for financial processes relying on Microsoft PowerBI, Texas Water Information System Expansion (TXWISE) enterprise loan and debt system, and other financial systems. Provides support assistance to business and end-users of the financial systems. Completes all financial compliance examinations associated with a specific geographical area of Texas. May provide information regarding past performance of entities in the portfolio for ongoing credit analysis associated with applications for additional financial assistance. May recommend and conduct site visits. Assists with the distribution of work to other team members consistent with geographical staff assignments. Monitors team performance in comparison to established goals. May set work priorities for the team and reports team performance. May train and review the work of others. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Director of the Financial Compliance Division.

Essential Job Functions:

• Performs work involving financial examinations, analysis and compliance monitoring in addition to work involving data analysis, research, compilation and/or reporting.
  
• Evaluates and documents financial processes administered through Power BI, TxWISE and/or other financial systems.
  
• Evaluates integrity of data and develops plans to resolve data integrity issues.
  
• Conducts financial reviews of entities that have received financial awards from the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB).
  
• Develops business queries and reports utilizing financial system report writing tools.
  
• Develops and/or reviews complex system documents to convey business requirements and support efficient system design.
  
• Conducts financial compliance and stability reviews of municipalities for which the TWDB serves as bondholder identifying material noncompliance and/or default risk.
  
• Assesses findings of noncompliance and default risk and develops and implements corrective action plans and strategies for remedial intervention and surveillance.
  
• Assesses and recommends team priorities, may reassign work to ensure goals are achieved, reports on team performance.
  
• Analyzes program policies and procedures to determine their effect on automated systems and system functional areas.
  
• Examines borrowers' records, affiliated business transactions, assets, and liabilities; documents and analyzes financial trends to determine borrowers' financial condition.
  
• Reviews borrowers' ordinances, bond covenants, loan agreements, and grant contracts to determine compliance with TWDB requirements.
  
• Monitors the use of loan proceeds and prepares final accountings of loan proceeds to ensure loan and grant proceeds were used for authorized purposes.
  
• Implements and completes the recovery of funds or other appropriate corrective action in instances of surplus funding or unauthorized uses of funds.
  
• Conducts and reports on external investigations in matters of impropriety related to the TWDB' s financial interests.
  
• Coordinates with law enforcement and regulatory authorities in the conduct of investigations.
  
• Prepares and makes presentations to local governing bodies and regulatory agencies on contract matters or contract and bond non-compliance.
  
• Provides guidance on finance-related legal and contractual compliance to local officials, their attorneys, and contractors.
  
• Provide support assistance to business and end-users of TWDB financial systems.
  
• Prepares and updates reports produced by Power BI, and TxWISE.
  
• Responsible for timely and accurate data entry associated with all assigned work.
  
• Provides input for developing and updating training material.
  
• Maintains confidential and sensitive information.
  
• May participate in reviewing and revising agency policies.
  
• May train or supervise the work of others.
  
• Ensures individual and team files (electronic and hard versions) are appropriately maintained and timely disposed of in accordance with the agency's records retention procedures and schedule.
  
• Maintains required certifications and licenses and meets the continuing education needs and requirements of the position to include attending mandatory training courses.
  
• May be required to operate a state or personal vehicle for business purposes.
  
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Insurance, or a related field.
  
• Five years of financial examination work experience.
  
• Experience in data gathering, analysis and report writing using Microsoft Power BI.
  
• Relevant education and/or experience can be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduate degree or MBA from an accredited college or university with a specialization in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, Public Finance, Computer Science and/or Math.
  
• Seven or more years of experience conducting local governmental auditing, local government accounting or financial monitoring work.
  
• Four or more years of experience in understanding terminology and standards applicable to governmental finance, accounting, and auditing.
  
• Four or more years of experience in both statutory accounting principles (SAP) and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
  
• Professional certification(s): CPA, CMA, CIA, CTP, or other relevant certifications.
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the Finance Office.
  
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration.
  
• Knowledge of terminology and standards applicable to governmental finance, accounting and auditing.
  
• Knowledge of auditing and accounting standards and techniques.
  
• Knowledge of financial analysis and examination procedures.
  
• Knowledge of Texas municipal bond issuance processes.
  
• Knowledge of both statutory accounting principles (SAP) and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
  
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Government Standards (GAGS).
  
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS).
  
• Knowledge of Generally Accounting Standards Board pronouncements (GASB).
  
• Knowledge of financial and industry terminology and practices.
  
• Knowledge of corporate structures, business operating procedures, management controls, and internal reporting techniques.
  
• Knowledge of statistics and analyzing data sets and of running queries, report writing and presenting findings.
  
• Knowledge of record keeping, including security procedures for handling, protecting, and distributing confidential data.
  
• Skills in use of computers and applicable software.
  
• Skills in conducting data searches.
  
• Skills in evaluating and translating large amounts of data.
  
• Skills in critical thinking.
  
• Skills in using Microsoft Office programs such as Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, and Power BI.
  
• Skills in use of internet, email, word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database software.
  
• Ability to compile, review, and analyze data.
  
• Ability to prepare reports.
  
• Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail, and to communicate effectively.
  
• Ability to understand financial processes and systems.
  
• Ability to perform and interpret numerical analysis.
  
• Ability to audit financial statements, reports, records, budgets, operational procedures, and forms.
  
• Ability to conduct investigations.
  
• Ability to prepare concise reports and correspondence.
  
• Ability to apply relevant rules, regulations, and statutes.
  
• Ability to adhere to work schedules, follow procedures with respect to leave and submit accurate timesheets by prescribed deadlines.
  
• Ability to make mature, objective decisions and identify areas of potential problems.
  
• Ability to perform effectively and willingly when changes occur in scope and nature of the work and work environment.
  
• Ability to evaluate municipal financial statements and audit reports.
  
• Ability to perform routine and non-routine work assignments accurately and on-time with little or no supervision.
  
• Ability to perform assigned duties and improve work habits and/or output.
  
• Ability to complete assigned work, on time, neatly and with infrequent errors.
  
• Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and regulations.
  
• Ability to provide prompt, courteous and accurate assistance and clear and concise communication to internal and external stakeholders both verbally and in writing.
  
• Ability to work and cooperate with others in a team environment.
  
• Ability to manage multiple tasks.
  
• Ability to stand/sit/move to perform activities such as retrieve/replace files in a large file system for boxes up to
  30 lbs.
  
• Ability and willingness to travel 25% of the time, primarily within the State of Texas.
  
• Ability to operate a vehicle (state or personal) for state business and maintain a driver's license and driving record that complies with state and agency requirements.
  
• Ability to work shifts that may exceed eight hours, including early mornings, nights, and weekends.
  
• Ability to train others.
  

Remarks

• A copy of required academic transcripts and/or licensures and driving record must be submitted at the time of hire. Failure to provide required documentation will result in no further consideration for employment.
  
• Important Notice: Otherwise qualified candidates who are ultimately considered for potential employment with the Texas Water Development Board may be the subject of a request for any criminal history record information maintained by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). Evidence of a criminal conviction or other relevant information obtained from the DPS shall not automatically disqualify an individual from employment with the Texas Water Development Board.
  

APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS

• Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.
  

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

• The Texas Water Development Board does not discriminate on basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, sexual orientation, age, or disability in employment or provision of services, programs, or activities.
  

SELECTIVE SERVICE

• Males born on or after January 1, 1960, will be required to present proof of Selective Service registration on the first day of employment or proof of exemption from Selective Service registration requirement.
  

FINAL EMPLOYMENT OFFERS

• All offers of employment are contingent upon the candidate having legal authorization to work in the United States. Failure to present such authorization within the time specified by the U.S. Department of Labor will result in the offer being rescinded.
  

SPONSORSHIP

• Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.
  

STATE OF TEXAS APPLICATION

• Resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed State of Texas application unless indicated.
  

E-VERIFY

• TWDB participates in E-Verify Information from each new employee's Form I-9 will be provided to the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm work authorization.
  

EMPLOYMENT AT-WILL

• Employment with the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) is on an at- will basis.
  

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

• The TWDB is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits of employment, please contact the Human Resources Division for assistance at (XXX) XXX-XXXX. Deaf and hard of hearing applicants may contact our office via Relay Texas at 1-(XXX) XXX-XXXX (TTY/TDD).
  

HEADQUARTER LOCATION AND CONTACT INFORMATION

Texas Water Development Board
Stephen F. Austin Building
1700 North Congress Avenue
Austin, Texas 78701

Phone: (XXX) XXX-XXXX