Management Analyst III/ Regulatory Compliance

City of Houston, TX; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Houston is seeking a detail-oriented financial analyst to develop and manage operating and capital budgets, liaise with departments, and monitor expenditures. The role emphasizes SAP asset tracking, requisition entry, and procurement support within the Regulatory Compliance and Utility Development programs.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least four years of professional experience in accounting, budgeting, or finance.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance or related field.
• Four years of professional experience in accounting, budget analysis, finance, public administration or related field.

Responsibilities

• Acts as liaison to assigned departments/areas for financial activities and budgeting.
• Creates and tracks capital and low-value assets in SAP; inputs purchase requisitions in SAP and Marketplace.
• Monitors monthly projections and analyzes budget activity to align with goals.
• Researches suppliers and assists purchasing manager with recommendations.
• Maintains procurement tracker and reviews financial statements and transfers.

Skills

Budget analysis

Financial reporting

Communication skills

Research skills

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration or related field

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

Procurement software

Job description

Applications Accepted From: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Division: Houston Water/Regulatory Compliance and Utility Development

Reporting Location: 611 Walker, 18th Flr

Workdays & Hours: Monday – Friday/8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Develops, organizes, implements, monitors and controls specific operating and financial activities. Serves as the primary liaison to assigned departments, agencies and organizations to effectively coordinate financial operating and management policies, procedures and systems. This position will support primarily the Regulatory Compliance and Utility Development Programs

Key Responsibilities

• Acts as liaison to assigned departments, areas or agencies in handling financial activities, such as annual operating and capital budgets. Creates and tracks capital and low-value assets in SAP. Inputs purchase requisitions in SAP and Marketplace. Understand business and operational requirements/needs by developing strong relationships with internal and external customers, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Maintains, monitors and prepares monthly projections and analyzes daily budget activity and department objectives to prevent potential problems while conforming to administrative goals. Processes capital, non-capital, and operations & maintenance purchase requests. Process contract and non-contract supply/service purchases.
• Assists in resolving expenditure and revenue concerns by implementing alternative solutions. Research suppliers and make recommendations to purchasing manager/division buyers. Monitor supply/service industry markets/trends i.e. price increases, demands, shortages & supply changes
• Compiles and interprets statistical and graphical data related to departmental operations and performance. Reviews and/or approves specific transfers, financial statements and departments/agencies requests and actions. Research SAP for material groups/numbers, submits request for new material numbers as needed.
• Assists with implementation of revised management and financial operating procedures and systems. Inputs and maintains capital, non-capital and operations & maintenance purchases procurement tracker.
• Conducts surveys and research related to various management and financial policies and procedures. Research contract and cooperative contract price lists.
• Performs other duties and special projects as requested.

WORKING CONDITIONS

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

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance or a field directly related to the job

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Four years of professional experience in accounting, budget analysis, finance, public administration or a field closely related to the job are required.

Substitutions

Experience cannot be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree requirement. A Master’s degree in a field directly related to the job may substitute for two years of the above experience requirement.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

None

Preference may be given to applicants who have experience in SAP and accounting as well as possess excellent technical writing skills, communication and research skills.

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.

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. The department may administer skills assessment test.

Safety Impact Position

NO

Pay Grade: 21

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and values the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents of our workforce. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with dignity and respect.

Employment decisions are made without regard to any legally protected status or characteristic, including race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, pregnancy, or any other status protected by applicable law.

We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and look forward to learning more about you and the experience you can bring to our team.