Staff Analyst

Staff Analyst

Salary

$3,300.00 - $4,154.00 Biweekly

Location

611 Walker Street

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

39296

Department

Finance

Division

FIN-FINANCIAL REPORTING OPERATIONS (FRO)

Opening Date

09/11/2026

Closing Date

9/17/2026 11:59 PM Central

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested

Department: Finance

Division: Financial Reporting & Operations

Section: Accounting and Financial Reporting

Reporting Location: 611 Walker St, 10th floor

Workdays & Hours: M-F, 8am - 5pm*

• Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Serve as primary support to management in the Accounts Payable (AP) group of Financial Reporting & Operations Division.

• Support and assist the Senior Division Manager (SDM) in the co-ordination and review of procedures with regards to accounts payable.
• Support and assist the Senior Division Manager (SDM) in the implementation of SAP Ariba invoice process and any other new processes.
• Provide Citywide SAP training for AP Module and perform/authorize access review.
• Serve as a liaison for external and internal audits on AP related items.
• Prepare weekly, monthly, and yearly AP reports.
• Maintain AP shared mailboxes (archive, add, remove users etc.) and AP logs.
• Manage the Ariba mailbox and handle invoicing issues after post-go live for all departments.
• Create and maintain different AP templates, i.e., reconciliations and communications to departments.
• Train new employees related to FIN-AP Business process.
• Provide recommendations by analyzing and interpreting financial data (i.e., budgets, general ledgers, accounting documents etc.) and making comparative analyses, studying proposed changes in methods.
• Work with Senior Division Manager on developing and updating AP training manual and processes.
• Develop and/or update internal flow processes for centralized departments processes, for example Electricity, Natural Gas, Telecom.
• Increase productivity by streamlining accounting processes and coordinating information requirements.
• Performs other duties as requested by division and department management.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position is physically comfortable with discretion of walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort in a normal office environment.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a field directly related to the type of work being performed.

Graduate degrees related to the type of work to be performed may substitute for the experience requirement on a year - for year basis.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Three years of professional administrative, financial or analytical experience related to the type of work being performed are required.

Professional experience related to the type of work to be performed may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

None

PREFERENCES

Work requires a comprehensive, practical knowledge of Accounts Payable with use of analytical judgement and decision-making abilities. Good organizational, verbal and written communication skills and ability to work effectively with all levels of management. Advanced skills in the use of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Access and similar reporting tools.

Ability to work in team environment. High attention to detail and strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to apply specific guidelines, internal controls and methodologies. Ability to analyze and/or maintain large quantities of financial data. Ability to work independently under strict time deadlines. Ability to organize heavy workloads and prioritize multiple responsibilities.

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 skills assessment test.

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 26

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 832-393-6020.

If you need special services or accommodations 832-393-6020 (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

What is the highest level of education obtained?

• Less than GED/High School Diploma
• High School diploma/GED
• Associates Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a field directly related
• Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a field directly related
• Masters Degree or higher in Business Administration, Public Administration or a field directly related
• None of the above

02

How many years of professional administrative, financial, or analytical experience do you have?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 year but less than 3 years
• 3 years but less than 5 years
• 5 years but less than 7 years
• 7 years or more
• No experience

03

How would you rate your level of proficiency with 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.
• Advanced - Manage Macro commands, create dialogue boxes, and understand the notions of Visual Basic application programming; use advanced functions (Names, VLOOKUP, IF, IS); work with Pivot Tables; manage Macro commands: concepts, planning, operations, execution, modification, interruption; use Visual Basic to create a public function or event procedures, or add general procedures in a form module; plan and examine an application, develop a distributed application design.
• No experience

04

Which of the following best describes your professional experience in Accounts Payable?

• Less than three (3) years experience.
• Three (3) years experience.
• Four (4) years experience.
• More than four (4) years experience
• No experience

05

What is your level of proficiency utilizing SAP Financial Systems?

• SAP Basic functionality: Display reporting or timekeeping use of SAP.
• SAP FICO Financial Training: Accounting concepts, applications in transaction analysis and financial statement preparation, accounting cycle for service and merchandising enterprises.
• SAP Fixed Assets Module: Manage and monitor fixes assets within the sub-ledger to the general ledger in Financial Accounting.
• Other
• No experience

06

Do you have Governmental Accounting experience?

• Yes
• No

07

If you answered yes to question #6. Please describe your experience with Governmental Accounting.

08

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 general discharge under honorable conditions?

• YES
• NO

09

Are you currently a City of Houston Finance employee?

• Yes
• No

10

Describe the steps you would take to ensure payment vouchers are accurate and complete prior to entering into the SAP accounting system? What steps would you take to correct the entry if incorrect? (see resume is not acceptable, if no experience please insert N/A).

11

Describe your experience in reconciling and analyzing general invoices for payment. (see resume is not acceptable, if no experience please insert N/A).

Required Question

Employer City of Houston

Address 901 Bagby St

Houston, Texas, 77002

Website https://www.houstontx.gov/