Financial Analyst IV-FMS

Financial Analyst IV-FMS

Salary

$2,953.28 - $3,463.91 Biweekly

Location

Houston

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

39726

Department

Houston Public Works

Opening Date

10/02/2026

Closing Date

10/16/2026 11:59 PM Central

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POSITION OVERVIEW

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: All Persons Interested

SERVICE LINE: Financial Management Services (FMS)

REPORTING LOCATION: 7027 Ardmore St., 2nd Floor*

WORKDAYS & HOURS: Monday - Friday/8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.*

• Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Houston Water is a team of approximately 1,500 drinking water and wastewater professionals including operators, mechanics, engineers, scientists, planners, regulatory specialists, and business professionals. The City of Houston Water and Wastewater Utility is a regulated public health agency governed by federal and state laws.

The Financial Analyst IV serves within the Financial Management Services Division, providing advanced financial, budgeting, and analytical support for Drinking Water Operations. This position supports operational leadership by delivering financial oversight, budget management, performance analysis, and strategic financial guidance to ensure efficient and compliant utility operations.

The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, experience in governmental or utility finance, and the ability to translate complex financial information into actionable operational insights.

Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provide financial analysis and budget oversight for programs and operational activities within Drinking

Water Operations.

• Support annual budget development, mid-year reviews, forecasting, and financial planning in coordination with operational leadership and Financial Management Services.
• Analyze financial performance, expenditures, and revenue trends to ensure operations remain within approved budgets and financial targets.
• Prepare financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for executive leadership, budget meetings, and operational planning.
• Monitor and evaluate operational expenditures, contracts, and program costs to ensure fiscal accountability and compliance with City policies.
• Conduct variance analysis, cost analysis, and financial modeling to support strategic and operational decision-making.
• Research and recommend process improvements, cost efficiencies, and financial controls to enhance operational effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain performance indicators, financial tracking tools, and standard operating procedures within the financial support unit.
• Provide guidance, training, and technical assistance to staff on financial processes, budgeting practices, and reporting requirements.
• Coordinate with other divisions and/or departments, procurement, and A/P Finance staff to ensure accurate financial reporting and timely resolution of financial issues.
• Lead or support special projects, audits, and other operational initiatives as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc.

This is a Houston Public Works position at the Tier II Level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Four (4) years of professional experience in finance, economics, budget analysis or a closely related field are required.

Substitutions: Experience cannot be substituted for the Bachelor's degree requirement. A Masters degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field may be substituted for two years of the above experience requirement.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

None

PREFERENCES

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Strong financial analysis, budgeting, and governmental accounting knowledge
• Experience supporting utility or infrastructure operations
• Proficiency in Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, data analysis, dashboards)
• Experience with enterprise financial systems (SAP preferred)
• Experience in financial forecasting, cost analysis, and operational performance metrics
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting financial information to leadership
• Knowledge of process improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma
• Ability to work collaboratively across operational and financial teams

Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED None

However, the department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION No

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidates qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade 25

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-8085.

If you need special services or accommodations, call 832.393.8085. (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individuals sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

01

Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

• Yes
• No

02

Please select the best scenario below that describes your level of education:

• Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a closely related field
• Master s degree or higher in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field
• None of the above

03

How many years of professional experience in finance, economics, or budget analysis do you have?

• Less than 2 years of experience
• 2 years but less than 4 years
• 4 years but less than 6 years
• 6 years or more
• I have no experience

04

I have more than 3 years of verifiable experience in the following areas. (Please check all that apply).

• SAP Experience
• Procurement Experience
• Contract Experience
• None of the above

05

What is your level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel?

• Basic Microsoft Excel: Open files and use page setup, enter, correct, and save data, use the menu commands, format cells, rows, and columns, understand navigation and movement techniques, use simple arithmetic functions in the formulas, access help, modify a database and insert data from another application, print worksheets and workbooks.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel: Create, modify, and format charts, use graphic objects to enhance worksheets and charts, filter data and manage a filtered list, perform multiple-level sorting, use sorting options, and design considerations, use mathematical, logical, statistical, and financial functions, group and dissociate data and perform interactive analysis, create and modify some Macro commands.
• Advance Microsoft Excel: Customize the work area, use advanced functions (Names, VLOOKUP, IF, IS), work with Pivot Tables, transform data with PowerQuery, use PowerPivot, use spreadsheet Web components, manage Macro commands: concepts, planning, operations, execution, modification, interruption, use personalized toolbars, perform some programming in VBA and/or DAX.
• I have no experience working with Microsoft Office Products.

06

Please describe your experience with developing budgets, forecasting, and cost analysis. ("See resume" is not an acceptable answer and may delay your application process. If you do not have this experience, please type "N/A".)

07

Briefly explain one cost saving or process optimization opportunity you initiated. What was the result? ("See resume" is not an acceptable answer and may delay your application process. If you do not have this experience, please type "N/A".)

08

Are you a current City of Houston employee?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Houston

Address 901 Bagby St

Houston, Texas, 77002

Website https://www.houstontx.gov/