Municipal Grants & Financial Analyst

City of Garland; Cambusbarron; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Garland is seeking a detail-oriented Financial & Grants Analyst to provide financial, accounting, underwriting, auditing, and grant administration support for City programs. The role emphasizes accuracy, compliance, and clear communication with staff and the public.

The position involves reviewing financial statements, assisting with underwriting for loan and grant programs, and maintaining organized documentation. Strong Excel and grant-management software skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 1–3 years of relevant financial experience.
• Experience in accounting, banking, lending, underwriting, or grant administration.
• Recent graduates with strong education and internship may be considered.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with financial software.

Responsibilities

• Review financial statements, tax returns, budgets, invoices, and other records.
• Assist with financial reviews and underwriting for city loan, housing, rehabilitation, development, and assistance programs.
• Review applicant and borrower financial information for eligibility.
• Prepare worksheets, financial summaries, and supporting documentation for management review.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Mathematical skills

Problem-solving

Written and verbal communication

Teamwork

Customer-service

Confidential information handling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Banking, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Pivot tables

Reconciliations

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Teams

Grant management software

Job description

The City of Garland is seeking a detail-oriented Financial & Grants Analyst to provide financial, accounting, underwriting, auditing, and grant administration support for City programs. The role emphasizes accuracy, compliance, and clear communication with staff and the public.

The position involves reviewing financial statements, assisting with underwriting for loan and grant programs, and maintaining organized documentation. Strong Excel and grant-management software skills are preferred.