Budget Analyst (Hybrid)

$56,000 - $87,000/Yr

Unclassified - Austin, TX

posted about 2 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Remote - Austin, TX
11-50 employees

About the position

The Texas Workforce Commission is seeking a Budget Analyst IV to join our team in Austin, TX. This position is integral to the preparation and analysis of budgetary activities and performance measures within the agency. As a Budget Analyst, you will oversee the preparation of budgetary and management reports, ensuring that all financial data is accurate and compliant with state and federal regulations. You will be responsible for analyzing expenditure patterns and making informed recommendations regarding the allocation and use of funds. This role requires a strong understanding of financial systems, including PeopleSoft, Access, Excel, and various other IT systems used for budget management. In this position, you will work under minimal supervision, exercising considerable initiative and independent judgment. You will compile, review, and analyze data, translating findings into actionable reports for management. Your responsibilities will include coordinating the preparation of budgets, informing management of any budget deviations, and preparing operating budgets. You may also supervise the work of others, ensuring that all budgetary activities align with the agency's mission and resources. The ideal candidate will possess strong multi-tasking and organizational skills, along with the ability to communicate effectively with internal stakeholders. You will be trusted to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of submissions related to the strategic plan, legislative appropriations requests, and federal funding requests. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the financial health of the Texas Workforce Commission while enjoying a family-friendly work environment.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the preparation of budgetary and management reports.
  • Develop and evaluate performance and workload measures.
  • Analyze expenditure patterns and make recommendations on the use of funds.
  • Ensure accuracy and timeliness of submission of the strategic plan, legislative appropriations requests, fiscal notes, and analysis of legislation.
  • Coordinate the preparation of budgets to provide management with expenditure data, trends, and recommendations.
  • Inform management of budget deviations, problems, and events likely to affect operations; explain causes and measure effects on the agency's mission and resources.
  • Prepare and/or coordinate the preparation of operating budgets.
  • May supervise others.
  • Perform related work as assigned.

Requirements

  • Four years of full-time experience in budget preparation, accounting, auditing, financial planning or management, or positions which provided knowledge of public sector budgetary controls, administrative procedures, and related state and federal regulatory laws.

Nice-to-haves

  • Knowledge of legal restrictions governing allocation of funds, accounting, budgetary, and management principles, practices and procedures.
  • Skill in analyzing financial data, computer operations and using applicable computer software.
  • Ability to analyze fiscal management information to determine appropriate use of funds.
  • Ability to perform statistical analyses.
  • Ability to identify and develop budgetary reports and schedules.
  • Ability to analyze management problems and develop and present solutions.
  • Ability to communicate effectively.

Benefits

  • Family Friendly Certified Workplace
  • Regular telecommuting
  • Competitive starting salary: $6,825.00 - 7,166.25/month
  • Defined Retirement Benefit Plan
  • Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
  • Medical Insurance
  • Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
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