Job description

Note: To apply for a state agency job with TFC, you must complete the electronic State of Texas Uniform Application for Employment through www.WorkInTexas.com.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Budget team is seeking to add an analyst to performs moderately to highly complex budget preparation and analysis work. Work involves coordinating budgetary activities, providing technical assistance; monitoring financial performance of programs to identify trends that impact revenues and expenditures. Coordinates with the budget team and division management on budget procedures, and annual, monthly, and ad hoc reports. Compiles and analyzes financial data for agency programs and prepares budget documents. Prepares forecasts and expenditure reports to correlate with appropriations and approved projects.

The ideal candidate should possess a strong work ethic, analytical skills, the ability to collaborate, adaptability, and a desire to learn and grow skills. TFC promotes a strong work-life balance while driving employees to excel through professional development, a collaborative working environment, and a competitive benefits package.

The Texas Facilities Commission (TFC) builds, supports, maintains, and manages over 28 million square feet of state-owned and leased facilities that house over 62,000 state employees in over 100 state agencies, all working in the service of the citizens of Texas.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule after minimal requirements are met.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

§ Collects, analyzes, and reports data that supports alternative solutions to budget and management problems.

§ Implements budgeting procedures, preparation, and reporting.

§ Assists in the development of activity-based schedules that ensure timely financial reporting.

§ Collaborates effectively with programs to achieve program objectives and goals in consideration of agency fiscal impact.

§ Examines operating budgets to determine whether funds have been appropriately allocated and encumbered.

§ Reviews financial and operating budget reports for accuracy and compliance.

§ Studies and develops budget formulas for making appropriation requests.

§ Advises staff on where action may be required to stay within budget

§ Develops and maintains trend data for projecting financial performance against budget.

§ Assists with the preparation of fiscal notes and analysis of legislation.

§ Supports the development, evaluation, and reporting of performance and workload measures in agency programs.

§ Assists with the preparation of Legislative Appropriation Request, Base Reconciliation, Operating Budget, internal operating budget and other required agency reports.

§ Prepares and maintains agency published reports.

§ Trains, mentors, and supports others.

§ May analyze and prepare rate and cost allocations.

§ Performs related work as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

§ Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance or a related field.

§ Experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.

§ Three (3) years’ experience in auditing, accounting, finance, budget preparation and analysis, or related work.

Preferred Experience:

§ Experience with the Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS) and/or Automated Budget and Evaluation System of Texas (ABEST).

§ Experience preparing Operating Budgets, Legislative Appropriation Requests, Performance Measure Report, Staffing Reports, and ABEST/USAS Reconciliation.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

§ Knowledge of accounting, budgetary, and management principles, practices, and procedures.

§ Knowledge of automated accounting, budget, and forecasting programs.

§ Knowledge of performance measurement and reporting.

§ Skill in forecasting methodologies and statistical analysis.

§ Skill in the use of personal computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems.

§ Intermediate to advanced skill in identifying and developing budgetary reports, schedules and presentations.

§ Intermediate to advanced skills in database applications such as Excel and Access.

§ Intermediate to advanced skills in analyzing operational problems affecting finances and developing and presenting solutions.

§ Ability to interpret rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

§ Ability to analyze fiscal management information and determine appropriate use of funds.

§ Ability to maintain effective internal and external working relationships.

§ Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with tact and diplomacy.

§ Ability to pay close attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in work while meeting deadlines.

§ Ability to work in a team environment.

§ Ability to train and mentor teammates and program staff.

Registration, Certification or Licensure:

§ Valid State of Texas Class “C” driver’s license.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR WORKING CONDITIONS:

This classification functions in a standard office environment. There are no unusual dangers involved, but the position will have exposure to dust, environmental allergens, pathogens, and other microorganisms consistent with business activities and human contact. The position holder must be able to work effectively with people under varying conditions, must be able to work extended periods at a computer, and must be able to work longer than eight hours in a work-day as necessary. Physical requirements also include the ability to move items up to 30 lbs. and perform tasks requiring fine motor skills and coordination.

Note: To apply for a state agency job with TFC, you must complete the electronic State of Texas Uniform Application for Employment through www.WorkInTexas.com.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $3,081.32 - $8,060.00 per month

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Work from home

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

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