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Culture
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General description
Join the Fiscal Management team as an Appropriation Control Officer (Financial Analyst I). Work involves being responsible for technical appropriation assistance, financial system support, accounting research, and training and support for large/complicated agencies. Interprets legislative provisions, including the General Appropriations Act (GAA). Monitors state agencies' legislative appropriations and cash activity for compliance with legislative requirements. Provides detailed guidance to agencies on Comptroller policies and procedures. Works with other oversight agencies on various issues including the implementation of legislative mandates, and research and analysis. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. The candidate must have the ability to learn new concepts quickly and apply knowledge appropriately in a highly active environment with ever-changing circumstances. Apply today and help the Comptroller’s office keep the Texas economy strong.

This position may be eligible for a flexible/hybrid work schedule if certain conditions are met; working arrangements may change at any time as business necessitates.

Financial Analyst I - $5,200 - $6,100

Financial Analyst II - $6,100 - $6,825

Minimum Qualifications
Financial Analyst I

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree.
• Five years of experience performing one or a combination of any of the following: general financial/accounting functions, financial reporting, budgeting, or financial statement audit duties.
• Experience working with accounts, reconciliations, or revenues.

Financial Analyst II

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree.
• Six years of experience performing one or a combination of any of the following: general financial/accounting functions, financial reporting, budgeting, or financial statement audit duties.
• Experience working with accounts, reconciliations, or revenues.
• Experience as a subject matter expert or trainer.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
• Experience working with Texas governmental agency(s).
• Experience with the Texas legislative process.
• Experience, knowledge and understanding of USAS.
• Experience preparing fiscal notes or analyzing and costing legislation.
• Experience researching and analyzing state statutes and/or the GAA.
• Experience with two or more of the following areas:
  • SIRS Reports
  • Comptroller Fiscal Policies and Procedure
  • Budget/Legislative Appropriation Request preparation or submission
  • Federal Funds management
  • ABEST/USAS Reconciliation

Substitutions
One additional year of experience performing one or a combination of any of the following: general financial/accounting functions, financial reporting, budgeting, or financial statement audit duties may substitute for thirty semester hours of educational requirement with a maximum substitution of 120 semester hours (four years).

In this role you will have the following experience:
Knowledge of:

• Accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of the Texas legislative process.
• Auditing practices and procedures; and.
• Knowledge of complex integrated financial accounting systems.

Skill in:

• Advanced fund accounting, financial or complex calculations and/or financial reviews. (Technical Competence)
• Microsoft software, mainframe applications and Web-based query applications. (Technical Competence)
• Identifying and assigning resource needs. (Technical Competence)
• Effectively conveying information and encouraging an exchange of ideas. (Communication)
• Identifying, defining, and solving problems. (Problem Solving)

Ability to:

• Plan, organize, and prioritize multiple assignments to effectively manage a fast paced and changing work environment without compromising accuracy. (Adaptability)
• Act in the best interest of the agency, maintain confidentiality and continually strive to improve self and job performance. (Workload Management/Productivity)
• Interpret and apply complex legislative and accounting theories accurately. (Technical Competence)
  Interpret and apply financial theories to agency programs. (Technical Competence)
• Learn and use mainframe and Web-based query applications. (Technical Competence)
• Communicate effectively both written and verbally on a variety of business matters as required. (Technical Competence)
• Establish and maintain an effective and professional working relationship with others at all times in the course and scope of conducting business. (Customer Service)
• Work with others to achieve a common goal. (Teamwork)
• Adjust to changing workplace demands. (Adaptability)
• Meet the needs and expectations of internal and external customers. (Customer Service)
• Effectively demonstrate skill and ability to perform the specific job duties and tasks as defined by a job description. (Technical Competence)
• Be dependable, meet deadlines and produce high-quality work. (Workload Management/Productivity)

Veterans:
To receive veteran's preference a copy of your DD214 (Member 4) is required.

Veterans, Reservist or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties that fall within the essential duties of the job position or other related fields pertaining to the minimum experience requirements may meet the minimum qualifications. All active duty, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if they meet the qualifications for this position. Please call Human Resources, CPA Veterans Liaison at 512-475-3560/800-531-5441 for more information or assistance.

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Important Notes to the Candidate:
Salary is contingent upon qualifications. CPA employees in the same job classification, if selected, will be laterally transferred with no increase in salary. (An example might be an Accounts Examiner III in Revenue Administration who moves to an Accounts Examiner III in the Enforcement division). If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.

Applications submitted through Work In Texas:
Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.

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