FINANCIAL ANALYST IV

Financial Analyst IV

As the Financial Analyst IV, you will provide advanced financial analysis and support to the Houston Permitting Center service line which is critical to operations to ensure resource availability and cost alignment. This position requires you to manage operations budget across multiple funds and act as a key advisor to the leadership team and the service line Director. You will provide strategic financial leadership to all administrative, financial, and operational activities for the Houston Permitting Center by assisting in the development and implementation of major initiatives as well as strengthening internal controls to promote long-term financial sustainability. We are seeking a Financial Analyst IV who is analytical, strategically minded, self-starter who can work well, both independently and in a team environment.

Key priorities include:

• Leads and fosters an environment rooted in respect, inclusion, and teamwork.
• Supports new and innovative ideas through collaboration and brainstorming.
• Leads financial communication with operational managers, providing guidance and gathering key information to support annual budget development.
• Interprets operating performance results to assess and forecast financial impacts and make recommendations for improvement opportunities.
• Develops analytical models, dashboards, and automation solutions to optimize recurring financial tasks, ensuring consistent accuracy and clear visibility into financial data.
• Conducts independent, complex analysis of historical and forecast data to provide reports to assist executive management in strategic fiscal decision-making.
• Prepares, analyzes, and interprets complex financial and non-financial information and recommends improvement opportunities to immediate, middle, and senior management.
• Collects and analyzes financial data and prepares monthly combined financial statements and reports; performs additional analysis for explanatory text required for reports and statements.
• Analyzes personnel costs to identify factors influencing spending and savings, prepares attrition reports, and evaluates organizational staffing effectiveness.
• Directs, manages, and conducts special and ad hoc information requests; reports results of findings to immediate, middle, and senior management.
• Coordinates and prepares annual budgets, updates, and strategic plans for assigned areas.
• Prepares monthly and year-end closings.
• Oversees purchases, contracts, and transactions to ensure financial accuracy, transparency, and readiness for audits.
• Reviews and improves internal audit procedures to verify billing accuracy and strengthen compliance controls.

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. 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

Preference shall be given to candidates with:

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Critical & strategic thinking abilities
• Attention to detail
• Self-directed problem solver
• Strong analytical abilities
• Advanced Excel skills

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 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 25

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: 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.