Budget Analyst V (Team Lead)

Job Posting:

00041391

Opened:

04/05/2024

Closes:

04/18/2024

Position Title:

Budget Analyst V (Team Lead)

Class/Group:

1159/B26

Military Occupation Specialty Code:

Army 36A, 36B; Coast Guard FIN10; Marine Corps 3451, 3402, 3404, 3408, 8844; Air Force 65FX, 65WX

Fair Labor Standards Act Status:

Exempt

Number of Vacancies:

1

Division/Section:

Chief Financial Office/Budget & Finance

Salary Range:

$8500.00 - $9500.00 monthly

Duration:

Regular

Hours Worked Weekly:

40

Work Schedule:

This position may be eligible for flexible work hours and/or a hybrid work schedule if certain program guidelines are met; working arrangements may change at any time at the sole discretion of the agency.

Travel:

None

Agency Address:

300 West 15th Street, #1300 / Austin, Texas 78701

Web site:

https://dir.texas.gov/

Refer Inquiries to:

People and Culture Office

Telephone:

(512) 475-4612 or (512) 463-5920

How To Apply:

• Select “Apply Online” to apply for the job at https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en

• You must create a CAPPS Career Section candidate profile or be logged in to apply.

• Update your profile and apply for the job by navigating through the pages and steps.

• Once ready, select “Submit” on the “Review and Submit” page.

• If you have problems accessing the CAPPS Career Section, please email the CAPPS Recruiting Help Desk at [email protected]

Special Instructions:

• Applicants must provide in-depth information in the EXPERIENCE & CREDENTIALS section to demonstrate how they meet the position qualifications. Incomplete applications may result in disqualification.

• Resumes may be uploaded as an attachment but are not accepted in lieu of the information required in the EXPERIENCE & CREDENTIALS section of the application.

Interview Place/Time:

Candidates will be notified for appointments as determined by the selection committee.

Selective Service Registration:

Section 651.005 of the Government Code requires males, ages 18 through 25 years, to provide proof of their Selective Service registration or proof of their exemption from the requirement as a condition of state employment.

H-1B Visa Sponsorship:

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Department of Information Resources does not exclude anyone from consideration for recruitment, selection, appointment, training, promotion, retention, or any other personnel action, or deny any benefits or participation in programs or activities, which it sponsors on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability.  Please call 512-463-5920 to request reasonable accommodation.

What We Do

We are a technology agency powered by people.

DIR offers secure, modern, and cost-effective technology to help government entities in Texas serve their constituents.

DIR is a fast-paced and collaborative environment with highly motivated, innovative, and engaged employees dedicated to achieving the best value for the state. We have over 250 professionals working at DIR who are honored to serve as the cornerstone of public sector technology in Texas. By joining DIR, you will be an integral part of transforming how technology serves Texans.

Position Summary

Performs highly advanced (senior-level) budget preparation and analysis work.  Work involves coordinating budgetary activities, reviewing, and analyzing operating budgets, and providing technical advice and assistance on budgetary matters.  May supervise the work of others.  Works under minimal supervision of the Director of Budget and Finance with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

• Oversees the preparation of budgetary and management reports; includes oversight of planning, organizing, coordinating, and evaluating of budgetary activities. Establishes work methods, priorities, and determines methodologies and techniques for performing budget evaluations.
• Oversees the development and evaluation of performance and workload measures.
• Serves as the Budget Office’s Team Lead; provides guidance and training; coordinates work activities for other Budget Office staff as needed and serves as the back-up to the Director of Budget and Finance in their absence.
• Analyzes expenditure patterns and makes recommendations on the use of funds. 
• Coordinates the preparation of budgets to provide management with expenditure data, trends, and recommendations; Ensures coordination of budgeting procedures, preparation, and reporting.
• Informs management of budget deviations, problems, and events likely to affect operations; explains causes; and measures effect on the agency’s mission and resources.
• Examines budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations. 
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Education

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in accounting, finance, business, public administration, or a related field.
• Additional work-related experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis (High-school diploma required.

Experience and Training Required

• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in State of Texas budget preparation and analysis including building legislative appropriations request, operating budgets for a government entity and in performance measurement reporting work.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience with the Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS). 

Experience and Training Preferred

• Experience as a Team Lead or Supervisor.
• Experience with Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS) and Automated Budget and Evaluation System of Texas (ABEST).
• Experience in using Tableau Business Intelligence.
• Experience developing Tableau Dashboards or Reports utilizing financial data.
• Experience in developing CAPPS Queries.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of accounting, budgetary, and management principles, practices, and procedures
• Knowledge of forecasting methodologies.
• Knowledge of automated accounting, budgeting, and forecasting programs; and of performance measurement and reporting.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of analyzing data and scenario building is preferred.
• General knowledge and understanding of financial forecasting and financial data modeling to create monthly and or quarterly forecasts or projections.
• Ability to analyze fiscal management information to determine appropriate use of funds.
• Ability to perform statistical analyses.
• Ability to identify and develop budgetary reports and schedules.
• Ability to analyze management problems and develop and present solutions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and cordial working relationships at all organizational levels, including agency management, direct supervisors, co-workers, internal and external customers.
• Ability to understand, follow and convey brief oral and/or written instructions.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing, in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to support and contribute to a cohesive team environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and exacting schedules to complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet required deadlines.
• Ability to comply with all agency policy and applicable laws.
• Ability to comply with all applicable safety rules, regulations, and standards.

Computer Skills

• Proficiency in the use of a computer and applicable software necessary to perform work assignments e.g., word processing, spreadsheets (Microsoft Office preferred).

Other Requirements

• Regular and punctual attendance at the workplace.
• Criminal background check.

Working Conditions

• Frequent use of computers, copiers, printers, and telephones.
• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, listening, and talking.
• Frequent work under stress, as a team member, and in direct contact with others.
• Occasional bending, stooping, lifting, and climbing.