Minimum Qualifications
Financial Analyst I:
Education and/or Equivalent Experience - Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to Finance, Accounting, or Economics.
Licenses and Certifications Required: OR
Financial Analyst II:
Education and/or Equivalent Experience: - Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to Finance, Accounting, or Economics plus two (2) years’ experience in a related field.
- A Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or Public Administration or other relevant field may be substituted for experience.
Licenses and Certifications Required: Notes to Applicants
SALARY RANGE :
Financial Analysis I: $28.04 - $34.34
Financial Analysis II: $30.29 - $37.86
The City of Austin’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management ( HSEM ) plans and prepares for emergencies, educates the public about preparedness, develops volunteers, manages grant funding to improve homeland security and public safety capabilities, coordinates emergency response and recovery, supports planned events, and works with public and partner organizations to protect our whole community when it needs us the most.
The Financial Analyst position will play a critical role, focusing largely on Cost Recovery efforts related to emergency events. This position will support the team through the review, verification, preparation, and submission of documentation from multiple City departments for each FEMA Public Assistance project under development. Additional responsibilities include overseeing quality assurance/quality control processes for segments of the business, managing large data sets, and identifying process efficiencies where possible. This position may also be responsible for financial entry adjustments and the creation of purchase orders.
Pay Range
See Notes to Applicants
Hours
40 hours per week; remote and in-person work
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Business needs may necessitate work outside of normal business hours.
Job Close Date 05/02/2024 Type of Posting External Department Management Services Regular/Temporary Temporary Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 5202 E Ben White Blvd, Austin Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience: - Prior knowledge and experience with FEMA Public Assistance policies and procedures
- Confidence using Microsoft Excel: can use formulas, filters, pivot tables, and V-lookups
- Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures
- Knowledge of data analysis
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Skills in using computers, related software applications, and basic office equipment
- Skills in problem-solving
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
This position is posted at multiple levels. For Duties, Functions and Responsibilities, please select the appropriate job description below. Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Financial Analysis I: Financial Analysis II: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
This position is posted at multiple levels. For Knowledge, Skills and Abilities, please select the appropriate job description below. Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
Financial Analysis I: Financial Analysis II: Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for the Financial Analyst I position requires graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to Finance, Accounting, or Economics. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?
* Please describe your experience with FEMA Disaster expense reconciliations of labor, equipment, materials, and contracts. Please indicate which position(s) in your application provided this experience, what role you played and for how long. If you do not have this experience, please answer “N/A”.
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience working with Excel spreadsheets relating to pivot tables, formulas, etc. and rate your level of expertise (beginner, intermediate, advanced).
(Open Ended Question)
* This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful Criminal Background Investigation (CBI) to be hired.
- I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation (CBI).
Optional & Required Documents
Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Cover Letter
