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The City of Houston Sr. Analyst, Financial Reporting in Houston, Texas
Sr. Analyst, Financial Reporting
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Sr. Analyst, Financial Reporting
Salary
$70,226.00 - $87,630.92 Annually
Location
611 Walker Street
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
34440
Department
Houston Public Works
Division
Financial Management Services (FMS)
Opening Date
08/07/2024
Closing Date
9/11/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
Questions
POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERSTED
Section: FINANCIAL REPORTING
Reporting Location: 611 Walker, 24th Floor
Workdays & Hours: Monday-Friday/8:00a – 5:00p*
*Subject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
This financial reporting position will have a primary role in the financial statement preparation of the Combined Utility System Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) which is audited and published annually. This position will provide professional analytical, administrative and management systems services to the Deputy Assistant Director over Financial Reporting and other Senior Management, as well as all related financial policies, analysis, required compliance and transactions as required. This is a newly created department for the Combined Utility System.
The Sr. Analyst Financial Reporting duties will include but are not limited to:
Assists in the preparation of the Combined Utility System’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), as well as the preparation of monthly and year-end closing entries, financial reporting schedules, and ACFR footnotes.
Assists in evaluating and implementing new Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements.
Investigate and make recommendations for problems of medium to high complexity as assigned by the supervisor.
Performs other duties and special projects as required.
Oversees and/or conducts monthly general ledger analysis and reconciliations.
Prepares journal document entries to transfer, adjust and/or correct accounting records; ensures accuracy and completeness of entries; enters transactions into accounting system.
Serves as project liaison for financial reporting software integration.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. Requires the ability to make simple gross motor responses within large tolerances.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a field directly related to the type of work being performed.
Graduate degrees related to the type of work to be performed may substitute for the experience requirement on a year-for-year basis.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRMENTS: Three (3) years of professional administrative, financial or analytical experience related to the type of work being performed are required.
Professional experience related to the type of work to be performed may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
PREFERENCES
Preference will be given to applicants with:
Have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting/Finance.
A Certified Public Account (CPA) license or a CPA candidate applicant.
Strong background and knowledge in governmental accounting, ACFR compilation, bond and debt accounting, SAP experience, and financial reporting software
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to train/mentor less experienced professionals.
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.
GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None
However, the department may administer a skills assessment test.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: No
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and 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.
PAY GRADE: 26
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-6737.
If you need special services or accommodations 832-393-6737 (TTY 7-1-1)
If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
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 provided.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan.
Benefits include:
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Flexible schedules
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html
01
Please select the scenario that describes your education.
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a field directly related to the type of work being performed.
Masters degree or higher in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a field directly related to the type of work being performed.
I do not have a degree
02
What is your degree concentration?
Accounting
Business Administration
Finance
None of the above
03
Which best describes your years of professional administrative, financial or analytical experience related to the type of work being performed?
Less than 3 years
3 years but less than 5 years of experience
5 years but less than 6 years of experience
6 years but less than 7 years of experience
7 years or more of experience
04
How many years of professional experience do you have in a supervisory or management capacity?
Less than 2 year
2 to 3 years
3 to 4 years
4 or more years
None of the above
05
Are you currently a Certified Public Accountant or CPA candidate?
Yes
No
06
If you answered "Yes" to question #5 above, please indicate the state of record for your license.
07
Do you have a working knowledge of SAP Financial Systems?
Yes
No
08
Please explain your progressive professional experience working with SAP Financial Systems.
09
How many years of verifiable progressive professional experience do you have in financial statement preparation?
Less than 4 years
4 to 5 years
5 to 6years
6 to 7 years
7 years or more
No experience
10
Do you have verifiable experience with the following? (Select all that apply)
Governmental Accounting
ACFR compilation
Bond and debt accounting
SAP
GASB Interpretation
Financial Reporting
General ledger analysis and reconciliation
None of the Above
11
Please indicate your level of proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite.
BEGINNER: Perform daily word processing tasks in Word, enter correct data, create a database, import data from Excel in Access, format cells, rows and columns in Excel, create a PowerPoint presentation file with a title slide, bullet points and place in slide loop mode; creates a new e-mail message, checking e-mail in Outlook.
INTERMEDIATE: Basic formatting and create a variety of templates, mail merges in Word; create primary key to associate data between multiple tables, create a select query in Access; create, modify, and format charts, use graphic objects to enhance worksheets & charts in Excel; add special affects to presentation (design and animation) in PowerPoint; reply, forward, print and delete an e-mail message in Outlook.
ADVANCED: Manage table data, sort and filter merges in Word, create a split form and report and back up your databases in Access; use the filter and formula functions to manipulate data in Excel; transition presentation slides, link Excel charts to presentation and add voice in PowerPoint; delete e-mails from the Inbox, Sent Items and Deleted Items folders, Add, edit, move and delete appointments on your calendar.
EXPERT: Produce table of contents, footnotes, endnotes, bookmarks in Word, manage Macro commands, and manage database objects in Access, use advance formula functions (Vlookup, IF, IS) manage macro commands, group rows in Excel; publish presentation online, embed objects into presentation in PowerPoint; managing multiple calendars, set rules for incoming mail, create subfolders for mail to be placed in Outlook.
I have no experience in working with Microsoft Office Products.
12
Are you currently a City of Houston employee, who is still on probation (employed during the past 12 months or promoted during the past 6 months)?
Yes
No
13
Have you completely and truthfully answered question #9 regarding employment gaps? (failing to clarify employment gaps may result in the disqualification or delay of your application.)
Yes
No
14
Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?
Yes
No
Required Question