IT Budget & Financial Analytics Specialist

Fort Bend; Richmond (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Bend County IT is seeking an IT Fiscal Specialist to support budget tracking, expenditure monitoring, and vendor payments in Richmond, Texas. You will analyze financial data, review contracts for financial impact, and help ensure budget alignment across departments.

Responsibilities include developing budget models, dashboards, and reports, providing process improvements, and training staff on budget policies. Strong communication and proficiency in Microsoft Office are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.
• 3 years of job related work experience.
• Ability to analyze complex financial data, identify trends, and provide strategic recommendations.
• Ensure accuracy in financial reports, reconciliations, and budget calculations.
• Work collaboratively with multiple departments, vendors, and finance teams to ensure budget alignment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to explain financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, financial databases, and reporting tools.
• Ability to understand and implement financial regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Manage sensitive financial information with integrity and discretion.
• Present complex financial data in a clear and understandable format for decision-makers.

Responsibilities

• Tracks expenditures and ensures funds are allocated properly.
• Monitors and evaluates budget performance, recommending adjustments as necessary.
• Reviews contracts and agreements for financial impact and budget alignment.
• Tracks departmental spending and recommends adjustments to stay within budget limits.
• Works closely with procurement and finance teams to manage vendor payments and contracts.
• Develops and maintains budget models, spreadsheets, and dashboards. Provides recommendations for process improvements based on financial trends and data analysis.
• Supports special projects related to financial planning and operational efficiency.
• Assists in audits and internal financial reviews.
• Provides training to staff on budget policies and financial procedures.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

Skills

Budget analysis

Financial data analysis

Verbal and written communication

MS Office proficiency

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Financial databases

Reporting tools

Job description

Fort Bend County IT is seeking an IT Fiscal Specialist to support budget tracking, expenditure monitoring, and vendor payments in Richmond, Texas. You will analyze financial data, review contracts for financial impact, and help ensure budget alignment across departments.

Responsibilities include developing budget models, dashboards, and reports, providing process improvements, and training staff on budget policies. Strong communication and proficiency in Microsoft Office are required.