Budget Analyst

Position Description

Precinct One’s Mission

Precinct One’s mission is that we are committed to becoming a national model for delivering responsive public service utilizing inclusive, innovative and collaborative approaches to improve the quality of life, advance equality of opportunity and promote the fair treatment of all people in Harris County. The Finance team advances the mission by upholding the highest fiduciary standards, ensuring efficient and ethical use of funds, and delivering quality data for informed decision-making.

What you will do at Precinct One

The Budget Analyst will assist in the creation and monitoring of the Precinct One budget, evaluate and analyze budget-to-actual monthly reports, and track program/service metrics to ensure goals are met. This position will work collaboratively with the Precinct One Divisions to facilitate a culture of accountability and data-driven decisions in the department. The Budget Analyst is expected to have strong analytic abilities and critical thinking skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Prepare and assist with the annual budget for Precinct One and long-term financial plans, including revenue projections, expenditure planning, and financial forecasts.

Update and maintain database systems for budget tracking and management.

Monitor budget balances, review budget transfers, and report on budget performance for ongoing projects and contracts.

Research, collaborate, and respond to financial and budget inquiries from Precinct One Divisions.

Prepare various financial statements, schedules, charts, reports, and conduct detailed financial analysis to identify variances and investigate causes.

Prepare training materials and conduct training sessions for Division budget liaisons.

Participate in special projects and accounting projects, including cost-benefit analysis, program evaluation, and financial modeling for new and ongoing projects.

Other duties as assigned

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

If you need special services or accommodations, please call or email .

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

What you will bring to Precinct One

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or related field from an accredited college or universityExperience:

Three (3) years of experience in budget analysis, financial planning, or a related field

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Outstanding organizational and time management skills with proven ability to organize, prioritize and analyze multiple and shifting priorities, projects, and deadlines

Ability to work effectively, efficiently, and independently with minimal supervision

Proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with tact and discretion

Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills

Knowledge of relevant government accounting standards and best practices

Team player, flexible, adaptable, personable, and able to work well with others; takes direction, and fulfills responsibilities under stress or pressure

Strong computer skills, including PeopleSoft, Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferences

Licensure:

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or other financial certification (preferred)

General Information

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

Full-time Regular

Monday - Friday

Some evenings and weekends may be required

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, and copiers.

This role is a standard office role which requires remaining stationary for long periods of time. At times files or boxes must be transported weighing up to 15lbs.

What You Get in Return

You will be surrounded by coworkers who bring their best daily. Passionate people who want to make a difference in the communities Precinct One serves and Harris County as a whole. You will be in a mission-driven organization surrounded by colleagues who bring their best to work each day and collaborate to make a difference in the communities Precinct One serves along with Harris County as a whole.

Harris County employees receive a competitive salary plus medical, dental and vision insurance at no cost to the employee after the first two months of full-time continued employment. Vacation, sick time and floating holidays allow our employees to recharge and balance work and personal time. Mandatory participation in our retirement program allows employees to save for retirement. Various other benefits and discounts lead to the satisfaction and engagement of our employees.

About Precinct One

There are four precincts in Harris County. The four elected commissioners, along with an elected county judge, serve as members of Harris County Commissioners Court, the administrative head of the county’s government. Commissioner Rodney Ellis represents the constituents of Precinct One.

With approximately 1.17 million residents, Harris County Precinct One is a diverse, urban precinct that covers 363 square miles. Precinct One’s multi-racial, multi-ethnic population is roughly 33 percent African American, 38 percent Latino, 21 percent Anglo, 6 percent Asian and 2 percent other or multiple races.

Precinct One stretches south to Brazoria County and reaches into eastern and northern sections of Harris County. The Precinct’s territory includes a large section of Downtown Houston, including the Downtown Harris County Courthouse Complex, Toyota Center, Minute Maid Park and the BBVA Compass Stadium. Other notable landmarks include the 263-acre NRG Park Complex and the renowned Texas Medical Center. The Precinct is also the higher educational home to Houston Community College, Rice University, Texas Southern University, the University of Houston and the University of St. Thomas. Precinct One manages more than 21 parks, 10 community centers, numerous hike-and-bike trails, three maintenance service centers and several area offices, all of which provide an array of services to Precinct One residents.

How to apply

If this job sounds interesting, you meet the required qualifications and you can see yourself working for Precinct One, we invite you to apply.

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.