Financial Analyst I

Under the supervision of the Director of Budget and Performance of the Harris County Office of Management & Budget, the Financial Analyst I is responsible for advanced and semi-complex analysis and financial modeling of budget and financial data for county departments and agencies and provide recommendations based on the results of the analysis conducted. In addition, this individual draws the connections between performance and spending, interprets results, and makes the data useful for the public, County department heads, and Commissioners Court.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Budget Coordination: Assists in developing annual budgets by serving as the primary budget contact for selected county departments, providing the resources and support they need to submit required budget forms successfully.
• Budget Analysis and Review: Analyzes departmental budgets by reviewing budget requests of county departments; performs a preliminary review of program budget requests for accuracy and content.
• Financial Reporting: Provides timely and accurate reports and analysis of county departments’ execution and conformance to authorized budgets throughout the fiscal year, including, but not limited to, preparing quarterly projections that estimate future financial needs.
• Research: Research budgeting best practices from benchmark counties and/or peer organizations and present findings to the team.
• Communication: Provides information to management clearly, accurately, and consistently by assembling and summarizing data and preparing/presenting findings, analysis, and recommendations. Ensures reporting is timely, accurate, and meets the requirements of the audience for whom the reports are drafted. Works alongside teams within the county to establish department needs.
• Financial Modeling and Analysis: Performs extensive financial modeling in support of the key county initiatives.
• Training and Development: Engages in learning and training opportunities designed to grow the core skills needed to advance within the Office of Management and Budget.

Other Duties:

• This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Management may, at its discretion, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

• Regular Full-time
  • Hours will be discussed during departmental interview.

Salary:

• Depends on Qualifications

• Based on 26 Pay Periods

  • Plus, benefits

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.