Budget Analyst IV

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Functional Title: Budget Analyst IV

Job Title: Budget Analyst IV

Agency: Dept of Family & Protectve Svc

Department: Federal Funds

Posting Number: 19296

Closing Date: 08/28/2026

Posting Audience: Internal and External

Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations

Salary Range: $5,425.33 - $7,155.75

Pay Frequency: Monthly

Salary Group: TEXAS-B-24

Shift: Day

Additional Shift:

Telework:

Travel: Up to 5%

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full Time/Part Time: Full time

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt

Facility Location:

Job Location City: AUSTIN

Job Location Address: 4900 N LAMAR BLVD

Other Locations: Austin

MOS Codes: 3451,310X,651X,751X,3402,3404,3408,8844,36A,70C,36B,65FX,65WX,6F0X1,F&S,FIN10,SEI15,SK

Job Description:

The Budget Analyst IV performs advanced budget preparation and financial analysis work. The work involves the analysis of operating budgets; the compilation of statistics and reports relating to budgetary activities; providing support as needed in preparation of required reporting and operating budgets; and providing technical advice and assistance to program staff on budgetary matters. The Budget Analyst IV works under the direction of the Budget Manager with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Job Functions:

• Coordinates budgetary activities and the preparation and analysis of routine financial reports for designated departmental programs.
• Provides budgetary consultative support at the department or program level, including but not limited to reviews and analysis of trends and variances. Identifies any unusual financial activity to confirm accuracy of information.
• Assists with the coordination, interpretation, and clarification of financial and budget polices, procedures, preparation, and reporting.
• Prepares, reviews, and analyzes cost estimates for exceptional items and program initiatives in coordination with program staff.
• Provides ongoing budget management to ensure financial resources are allocated in the most efficient manner to best support services and to maintain expenditures within approved levels.
• Reviews and adjusts budget and expenditure projections in accordance with established guidelines.
• Performs budget liaison functions by serving as the primary point of contact for designated program areas and responds to program inquiries and issues timely and professionally.
• Provides support to designated programs on budget and statistical reports illustrating FTE and funding levels, current expenses and projected trends, and ensures active positions align with authorized levels.
• Researches, analyzes, and prepares reports and/or charts related to internal/external non-routine requests as required.
• Conducts timely review and approval of purchase requisition forms to ensure that forms have appropriate division and program activity codes, which may include correction of Vouchers, Requisitions and Purchase Orders (POs) with active budget errors.
• Reviews, initiates, collaborates and/or prepares Expenditure Transfer Vouchers (ETVs) to correct payroll/salary expenses, paid FTEs, or non-salary expenses as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned and may be required to maintain unit operations.
• Promotes and demonstrates appropriate respect for cultural diversity among coworkers and all work-related contacts.

Knowledge Skills Abilities:

• Experience in budget preparation and analysis, financial management, fiscal policymaking, and performance measurement reporting work
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, business, public administration, or a related field is generally preferred. Education and experience may be substituted for one another.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• Knowledge of budgetary procedures
• Knowledge of management principles and practices
• Knowledge of legal restrictions governing allocation of funds
• Skills in gathering, analyzing, presenting statistical data and producing statistical reports
• Skills in making budget projections
• Skills in analyzing financial data
• Skill in using applicable computer software including but not limited to Excel, Word, Access, HHSAS, CAPPS, USAS, or other financial systems
• Ability to establish goals and objectives
• Ability to monitor and report on performance measurement
• Ability to analyze management problems and develop and present alternative solutions
• Ability to coordinate the gathering and analysis of data
• Ability to plan, assign, and/or supervise the work of others

Registration or Licensure Requirements:

None.

Initial Selection Criteria:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelors degree in finance, business, auditing, accounting, or related field of study OR four years of related professional experience in budget preparation or analysis, financial reporting, performance reporting, or statistical analysis or reporting.

Additional Information:

An in-basket exercise designed to assess Excel skills will be administered as part of the interview process. Flexibility in work hours, including overtime and/or extended hours, may be required for this position.

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Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor's Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditors Office - Job Descriptions. You may also contact the DFPS Military Liaison at dfpsmilvets@dfps.texas.gov with additional questions.

Applicants selected for hire must pass a background check and if applicable a driver's record check.

State of Texas employees are required to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2), State of Texas Business and Commerce Code. Applicants selected for hire comply with this code by completing related training and abiding by agency cybersecurity and communications system usage policies.

As a state agency, DFPS is required by Texas Administrative Code (TAC 206 and 213) to ensure all Electronic Information Resources (EIR) follow accessibility standards. The staff must be familiar with the WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 to create accessible content including but not limited to; Microsoft Office documents, Adobe PDFs, webpages, software, training guides, video, and audio files.

DFPS uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Employees must provide documentation to DFPS to show their identity and authorization to work in the US. Please review the following link for authorized documents: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents .

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS/DFPS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS/DFPS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.