IT Budget Financial Analyst

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Functional Title : IT Budget Financial Analyst

Job Title : Financial Analyst III

Agency : Health & Human Services Comm

Department : IT Budget Mgmt Forecasting

Posting Number : 9644

Closing Date : 03 / 30 / 2026

Posting Audience : Internal and External

Occupational Category : Business and Financial Operations

Salary Group : TEXAS-B-24

Salary Range : $5,425.33 - $6,186.00

Pay Frequency : Monthly

Shift : Day

Additional Shift :

Telework : Eligible for Telework

Travel : Up to 5%

Regular / Temporary : Regular

Full Time / Part Time : Full time

FLSA Exempt / Non-Exempt : Nonexempt

Facility Location :

Job Location City : AUSTIN

Job Location Address : 701 W 51ST ST

Other Locations :

MOS Codes : 3404,3408,8844,36A,70C,36B,65FX,65WX,6F0X1,F&S,FIN10

Job Description :

• A hybrid telework and office schedule is required for this position subject to established policies

Military Crosswalk for Occupational Category - Accounting, Auditing, and Finance

Under the direction of IT Budget leadership, performs advanced (senior level) financial analysis work. Work involves administering financial processes and systems; reviewing, analyzing, and evaluating financial data; preparing reports, making presentations, and responding to inquiries; and recommending and implementing appropriate action to resolve financial and regulatory problems. Ensure complete, accurate financial data is gathered, incorporated and reported on the budget and spend plan. May plan, assign, and / or coordinate the work of others. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Work outside of regular hours may be required. Travel to other work locations may be required. Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Job Functions :

Reviews, analyzes, evaluates financial data and applicable financial plans, and performs budget monitoring, projections, and analysis work for assigned areas, particularly for IT projects, including project business plans. Ensures compliance with established procedures, requirements, laws, and regulations; completeness of data; and presence of adequate documentation related to reporting requirements. Prepares monthly budget and forecast reports, including staffing information. Ensures complete, accurate financial data is gathered for each assignment, verifying all IT-related Peoplesoft CAPPS Financials transactions monthly. Synthesizes data gathered from multiple sources (meetings with various levels of staff on various topics, reports, etc.) and determines impact on budgets, assignments, and projections. (30%)

Prepares detailed reports and projections for IT managed budgets, analyzing historical data and current expenditures to accurately forecast future spending. Develops financial models within which to analyze gathered data, documents assumptions, and makes recommendations based on findings. Collaborates and coordinates with IT managers and stakeholders to gather input and update forecasts as needed and presents findings and recommendations to senior IT leadership for informed decision-making. Discusses budget, forecast, capital project and staffing information with directors at least monthly. Monitors ongoing project and operational financial data and makes recommendations for action based on findings. Analyzes proposed budget changes and informs management of implications. Implements approved recommendations within approved deadlines. Appropriately escalates implementation issues. (30%)

Provides consultation to HHSC system and member agency staff. Develops models and methodologies to assist management in making critical financial decisions. Interprets state and federal fiscal policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and standards. Participates in workgroups and assignments with other HHSC system staff. Provides, exchanges, and verifies financial information through a variety of methods. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with staff in other internal and external entities. (15%)

Prepares reports (including Legislative Appropriations Requests, Biennial Operating Plan, and regular status and ad-hoc budget reports), makes presentations, and responds to inquiries. Reports are accurate and submitted within approved timeframes. Reports summarize sources of information and document assumptions based on information gathered. Presentations are concise, well-prepared, and delivered within specified parameters. Backup information for reports is well-documented and easy for others to understand. (15%)

Researches and provides interpretation on funding and cost allocation regulations for assigned budget areas. Develops, recommends, and implements appropriate action to resolve financial and regulatory problems, particularly with IT project funding. Maintains knowledge of applicable regulations. Responds to requests for consultations within reasonable timeframes. Accurately interprets and applies regulations to specific situations. Determines alternatives to comply with regulations while meeting agency business needs. Makes recommendations to resolve issues in specific situations. Implements approved recommendations within approved deadlines. Appropriately escalates implementation issues. (10%)

Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications :

Knowledge Skills Abilities :

Initial Screening Criteria :

Experience with financial / accounting software applications

Documented experience with Microsoft Excel

Additional Information :

MOS Code :

Note : All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information, see the Texas State Auditor's Military Crosswalk at Military Crosswalk Guide - Prepared by the State Auditor's Office (texas.gov)

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Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans :

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor's Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.

ADA Accommodations :

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility :

Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.

HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form

Telework Disclaimer :

This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.