Financial Analyst III

Minimum Qualifications
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 four (4) years of experience in a related field.
• Graduation with a Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or Public Administration or other relevant field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for two (2) years of experience.
• A five (5) year accounting (MAcy) degree or CPA designation may be substituted for one (1) year of experience.

Licenses or Certifications:

• None.

Notes to Applicants

Austin Resource Recovery ( ARR ) is an organization of 500 plus employees that provides residential curbside collection of trash, recycling, and composting to the residents of the Austin metropolitan area. Additional services include bulk and large brush collection, street sweeping, dead animal collection, and a drop-off center for hard-to-recycle items and household hazardous waste.

The Financial Analyst III works within the Financial Monitoring and Budgeting team performing data entry from the departmental database to eCOMBS, the Zero Waste Advisory Committee report, and is responsible for assisting with the development of the operating and capital budget, providing financial support and monitoring Capital Improvement Program ( CIP ) projects. This position processes and tracks task orders and other project requirements in financial systems such as eCAPRIS, Advantage, and OpenGov and provides assistance and recommendations to Division Managers and contacts regarding KPIs, departmental performance measures calculations, and variance explanations. The Financial Analyst III is the subject matter expert and is in charge of CIP budgeting, reporting, monitoring, research and analysis, budget entries, modeling/forecasting, monitoring, recommendations, and custom statement preparation for executive presentations at committee/council meetings. This position assists in developing and completing cost of service rate and structure recommendations, rate studies, and methodology analysis using multiple variables. They perform budget analysis by implementing the organization’s budget process system, providing guidance and recommendations to management in the development and completion of their budgets, and finalizing and monitoring the budget by preparing or reviewing current year estimates and budget variance reports. They also complete debt analyses, reports, and other deliverables in the budget process.

Application: Each individual who submits an Application as provided in the Municipal Civil Service Rules and meets the Minimum Qualifications for a Competitive Position, shall be considered a Candidate for that Position. Employees in Good Standing who are Candidates within the Department or division that the Position resides in and who meet the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications (if any) of the Position will be included in the initial interview.

A detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Your application should reflect your complete employment history (to include all job duties responsibilities and employment dates) on your online application. The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (e.g., “see resume” or “see Linked In Profile”). The responses to the supplemental questions inquiring about experience should be reflected on your application.

Virtual Interviews: Austin Resource Recovery may conduct virtual interviews.

Skills Assessments: A competency assessment may be required to verify your skill set.

90-Day Provision for Additional Vacancy: This posting may be used to fill other similar positions within Austin Resource Recovery outside of the division listed above.

Nepotism Policy: The City of Austin Nepotism Policy states, “No person, regardless of job title or length of tenure with the City, shall be employed in a position in which the relative has direct or indirect supervisory authority regarding the terms and conditions of their relative’s employment.”

Travel: If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

Physical Requirements: Tasks may involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying or using a force equal to lifting up to twenty (20) pounds. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Benefits: Working with the City of Austin at Austin Resource Recovery ( ARR ) provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information.

This position is eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness ( PSLF ) Program. This is a federal program designed to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans upon meeting program requirements.

Military/Veteran: Veteran candidates will be required to provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of interview.

Tobacco and Vape-Free Workplace: All Austin Resource Recovery locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any ARR worksite - including parking lot or in any personal vehicle located on the premises.
Pay Range
$33.49 - $42.71 per hour
Hours
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Hours may vary due to operational needs. Some nights and weekends may be required.
Job Close Date 12/05/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Resource Recovery Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 1520 Rutherford Lane, Austin, Texas 78754 Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with budget development and management and accounting in a government/municipality role.
• Experience performing budget and/or financial analysis using current and historical data as well as experience reconciling accounts and/or monitoring financial data.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications with a focus on Excel proficiency.
• Experience preparing documentation, reports and memorandums to executive management that analyze and summarize information and trends and develop and recommend solutions.
• Ability to travel to more than one work location.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Assists with development of the operating or CIP budget for the department. Performs budget analysis by implementing the organization’s budget process system, providing guidance and recommendations to management in the development and completion of their budgets; finalizing the organizations budget; and monitoring the budget by preparing or reviewing current year estimates and budget variance reports, reporting on budget variances; reviewing budget forecasts; and reviewing current and historical budget information and data. Prepares financial analysis, periodic, and ad-hoc reports by researching, compiling, monitoring, and summarizing current and historical financial information and data, reporting on variances and trends, and compiling financial information from various financial systems. Performs debt administration by monitoring debt service schedules. Provides financial support and monitors CIP projects. Processes and tracks task orders and other project requirements in eCAPRIS and other financial systems. Assists with the development of department’s Business Plan and forecast. Prepares fund summaries to keep management abreast of the financial conditions of the department. Develops and maintains computer spreadsheets models and databases to support project data analysis and financial reporting. Reviews and approves accounting and financial transactions by verifying documentation and accurately completing transactions. Reviews documentation and funding information for accuracy and ensures that transactions are processed in accordance with City policy, applicable laws and regulations, and sound business practices. Assists departments and other customers by providing procedural and financial information and guidance with financial systems. Researches and provides information requested by City Council, City management, boards and commissions, vendors, the public, regulatory agencies, and other City offices. Monitors State and Federal regulatory processes and provides guidance to the department regarding the financial impact of new and/or proposed legislation, regulations, and standards.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

• May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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.

• Knowledge of the processes and theories used for public budgetary and financial policies.
• Knowledge of accounting practices and concepts.
• Knowledge of internal control systems.
• Knowledge of preferred business practices.
• Knowledge of manual and automated financial systems.
• Knowledge of financial and budget reporting.
• Skill in designing and maintaining complex spreadsheet and database models and utilizing word processing and presentation software.
• Skill in effective oral and written communications.
• Skill in analyzing and interpreting financial records.
• Skill in gathering, analyzing, and presenting data to provide accurate information for management’s use.
• Ability to resolve problems or situations that requires the exercising of good judgment.
• Ability to prepare accurate and complex financial reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.

Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
The 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 (*).
* This position requires Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in a field related to Finance, Accounting, or Economics plus four (4) 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 2 years’ experience. A five (5) year accounting (MAcy) degree or CPA designation may be substituted for 1 years’ experience. Do you meet these minimum qualifications.

• Yes
• No

* Describe in detail how you meet the minimum qualifications of this position. Please detail how you meet the educational requirements, account for the years of related experience, and explain any substitutions of experience for education (if applicable).
(Open Ended Question)
* This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). 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 CBI to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation.

* Please describe your experience with budget development and management and accounting in a government/municipality role. Please list the employer or employers from your application where you gained this experience. If you have no experience, mark “N/A” as a response.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience performing budget and/or financial analysis using current and historical data as well as experience reconciling accounts and/or monitoring financial data. In your answer please include which position(s) on your application where you gained this experience, how many years and detail what specific role you played. If you do not have this experience, please put N/A.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, specifically with Excel.
(Open Ended Question)
* What experience do you have preparing documentation, reports and memorandums to executive management that analyze and summarize information and trends and develop and recommend solutions? In your answer please include which position on your application where you gained this experience and what specific role you played. If you do not have this experience, please put N/A.
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties?

• Yes
• No

* If selected for this position, the relevant work history on your application is used to determine your rate of pay. Your submission of a complete application is critical to the pay calculation. Your overall relevant experience from your employment application will be used in this calculation, not the resume or cover letter. Do you understand these statements?

• Yes
• No

* How did you hear about this opportunity? (The information requested is optional and is not considered as part of the application for employment.)

• Employee Referral
• Online Advertising/Media
• ARR Job Fair
• Workforce Solutions Job Fair
• COA Website
• CDL Driving School
• Other

Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents Optional Documents Cover Letter Resume

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• City of Austin

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