Remote-Eligible Analyst III, Public Budget & Finance

Austin, Texas; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Financial Services (AFS) in Austin, TX, is seeking a Financial Analyst III to coordinate and develop budget deliverables, support management with financial reporting, and manage CIP and debt activities. You will work with various systems to prepare analyses, forecasts, and fund summaries.

The role requires strong accounting knowledge, Excel/BI proficiency, and effective communication to support departments and City councils.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus four years of related experience.
• Master’s degree may substitute for two years of experience.
• CPA designation may substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development and monitoring of operating and CIP budgets.
• Prepare financial analysis and periodic/ad-hoc reports.
• Monitor debt service schedules and fund project needs.
• Provide financial support for CIP projects and budget management.
• Develop and maintain spreadsheet models and databases for analysis.
• Verify documentation and ensure transactions follow policy and regulations.

Skills

Budget analysis

Financial reporting

Spreadsheet modeling

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Master’s degree substitution for 2 years of experience

CPA designation substitution for 1 year of experience

Tools

Advantage

e-Capris

MicroStrategy

Job description

Austin Financial Services (AFS) in Austin, TX, is seeking a Financial Analyst III to coordinate and develop budget deliverables, support management with financial reporting, and manage CIP and debt activities. You will work with various systems to prepare analyses, forecasts, and fund summaries.

The role requires strong accounting knowledge, Excel/BI proficiency, and effective communication to support departments and City councils.