Financial Analyst III

Salary : $63,264.76 - $76,945.70 Annually

Location : Houston

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : 37557

Department : Houston Public Works

Opening Date : 11 / 18 / 2025

Closing Date : 12 / 1 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central

POSITION OVERVIEW

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM : All Persons Interested

SERVICE LINE / SECTION : Financial Management Services / Financial Reporting & Fixed Assets

REPORTING LOCATION : 611 Walker St.; 24th Floor

WORKDAYS & HOURS : Monday - Friday / 8 : 00 a.m. - 5 : 00 p.m.

• Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assists in coordinating the development and implementation of a variety of financial policies, programs, techniques and analyses to effectively prepare budgets and special projects.

Responsibilities :

WORKING CONDITIONS The office environment is physically comfortable and has no major sources of discomfort; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are occasional periods of stooping, bending, and be able to lift 40 pounds. This is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier III Level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Four (4) years of professional experience in finance, economics, budget analysis or a closely related field are required.

Substitutions : Experience cannot be substituted for the Bachelor's degree requirement. 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

None

PREFERENCES

Bachelor's or master's degree in Accounting / Finance.

A Certified Public Account (CPA) license or a CPA candidate applicant.

Experience working with governmental accounting practices.

Strong background and knowledge in financial statement preparation, asset management accounting, and SAP experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED None

However, the department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.

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 21

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 :

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting : or call 832-393-6120.

If you need special services or accommodations, call (832.393.6120). (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 :

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01

Please select the best scenario below that describes your level of education :

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How many years of professional experience in finance, economics, or budget analysis do you have?

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Which of the following best describes your professional accounting experience?

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What is your degree concentration?

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How many years of professional experience do you have in a supervisory or management capacity?

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Are you currently a Certified Public Accountant or CPA candidate ?

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If you answered yes to the previous question, please indicate the state of record for your license. If no, enter N / A.

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Do you have a working knowledge of SAP Financial Systems?

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Please explain your progressive professional experience working with SAP Financial Systems.

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Briefly describe your background in asset management accounting.

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Briefly describe your experience with governmental (fund) accounting and Sap Financial Reporting.

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Which of the following best describes your experience with Microsoft Office Products?

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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)?

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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?

Required Question