Sr. Analyst, Financial Reporting

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　　Sr. Analyst, Financial Reporting

　　Salary

　　$68,958.50 - $97,448.00 Annually

　　Location

　　611 Walker Street

　　Job Type

　　Full Time

　　Job Number

　　32958

　　Department

　　Houston Public Works

　　Opening Date

　　12/29/2023

　　Closing Date

　　3/29/2024 11:59 PM Central

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　POSITION OVERVIEW

　　Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERSTED

　　Section: FINANCIAL REPORTING

　　Reporting Location: 611 Walker, 24th Floor

　　Workdays & Hours: M-F 8:00a – 5:00p*

　　*Subject to change

　　DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

　　To provide professional analytical, administrative and technical management support to various department personnel, including a primary role in CUS Annual Comprehensive Financial Report as well as all related financial policies, analysis, required compliance and transactions as required. This is a newly created department for the Combined Utility System. Position serves as project liaison for financial reporting software integration.

　　The Sr. Analyst Financial Reporting duties will include but are not limited to:

　　Assists in the preparation of the Combined Utility System’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), as well as the preparation of monthly and year-end closing entries, financial reporting schedules, and ACFR footnotes.

　　Serves as project liaison for financial reporting software integration.

　　Oversees and/or conducts monthly general ledger analysis and reconciliations.

　　Prepares journal document entries to transfer, adjust and/or correct accounting records; ensures accuracy and completeness of entries; enters transactions into accounting system.

　　Assists in evaluating and implementing new Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements.

　　Performs other duties and special projects as required.

　　WORKING CONDITIONS:

　　The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. Requires the ability to make simple gross motor responses within large tolerances. This position is Hybrid Telework Eligible.

　　MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

　　EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a field directly related to the type of work being performed.

　　Graduate degrees related to the type of work to be performed may substitute for the experience requirement on a year-for-year basis.

　　EXPERIENCE REQUIRMENTS: Three (3) years of professional administrative, financial or analytical experience related to the type of work being performed are required.

　　Professional experience related to the type of work to be performed may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

　　PREFERENCES

　　Preference will be given to applicants with:

　　Have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting/Finance.

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

　　Strong background and knowledge in governmental accounting, ACFR compilation, bond and debt accounting, SAP experience, and financial reporting software

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

　　Strong written and verbal communication skills.

　　Demonstrated ability to train/mentor less experienced professionals.

　　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 skills assessment test.

　　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: 26

　　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: www.houstontx.gov.

　　To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-6737.

　　If you need special services or accommodations 832-393-6737 (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:

　　• Medical

　　• Dental

　　• Vision

　　• Wellness

　　• Life insurance

　　• Long-term disability

　　• Retirement pension

　　• 457 deferred compensation plan

　　• Employee Assistance Program

　　• 10 days of vacation each year

　　• 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday

　　• Flexible schedules

　　• Professional development opportunities

　　• Transportation/parking plan

　　• Section 125 pretax deductions

　　• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan

　　• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

　　For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

　　01

　　Have you completely and truthfully answered question #9 regarding employment gaps? (failing to clarify employment gaps may result in the disqualification or delay of your application.)

　　Yes

　　No

　　02

　　Please select the scenario that describes your education.

　　High School Diploma/ GED

　　Associates Degree

　　Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a field directly related to the type of work being performed.

　　Masters degree or higher in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a field directly related to the type of work being performed.

　　None

　　03

　　Which best describes your years of progressive professional experience in accounting?

　　Less than 4 years

　　4 years but less than 6 years of experience

　　6 years but less than 8 years of experience

　　8 years but less than 10 years of experience

　　10 years or more of experience

　　04

　　What is your degree concentration?

　　Accounting

　　Business Administration

　　Finance

　　None

　　05

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

　　Less than 2 year

　　2 to 3 years

　　3 to 4 years

　　4 or more years

　　None of the above

　　06

　　Are you currently a Certified Public Accountant or CPA candidate?

　　Yes

　　No

　　07

　　If you answered "Yes" to question #6 above, please indicate the state of record for your license.

　　08

　　Do you have a working knowledge of SAP Financial Systems?

　　Yes

　　No

　　09

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

　　10

　　How many years of verifiable progressive professional experience do you have in financial statement preparation?

　　Less than 4 years

　　4 to 5 years

　　5 to 6years

　　6 to 7 years

　　7 years or more

　　No experience

　　11

　　Do you have verifiable experience with the following? (Select all that apply)

　　Governmental Accounting

　　ACFR compilation

　　Bond and debt accounting

　　SAP

　　GASB Interpretation

　　Financial Reporting

　　General ledger analysis and reconciliation

　　None of the Above

　　12

　　Please indicate your level of proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite.

　　Basic Microsoft Office Suite

　　Intermediate Microsoft Office Suite

　　Advanced Microsoft Office suite

　　None of the above

　　13

　　Are you currently a City of Houston employee?

　　Yes

　　No

　　14

　　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?

　　Yes

　　No

　　Required Question