Budget Analyst IV

Please Note: All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number, and a description of duties performed. /To receive Military Employment preference, a copy of the DD Form 214 (member #1 not accepted), NA Form 13038, VA Summary Benefits Letter, or a DD form 1300 must be provided before an interview can be extended./ College transcripts, licenses, certifications, etc. must be provided before an interview can be extended.If this information is not provided prior to the interview, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Attaching documents to the application is preferred. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.

A skills excel test will be required at the time of the interview.

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Work in Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile. CAPPS Recruit:

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General Description:

The Budget Analyst IV performs a variety of budget and advanced accounting level tasks for the Finance Department. TVC is a mid-size agency looking for someone who has the work ethic and drive to be part of our successful team. The focus of this position will be to support the Veteran Mental Health (VMHD), Healthcare Advocacy (HCAD), Women Veteran (WVP), Veteran Entrepreneur (VEP) and Outreach programs. In addition to listed duties, this is a growth position with a pathway to move forward to management positions to support the department overall. Our philosophy is to have employees interact with as many areas as possible to prepare them for future roles. TVC utilizes the Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS) for financial and payroll transactions so it will be necessary to learn complex systems quickly. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, a proven ability to learn and research issues independently, have good problem-solving skills and demonstrate strong analytical and system skills. The chosen applicant will be able to build their skills and apply them at more advanced levels to support the finance group. This is a great opportunity for the right individual.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for producing monthly budgets for assigned programs. (VMHD, HCAD, WVP, VEP, and Outreach).Acts as liaison between finance and assigned programs with monthly/quarterly meetings to disseminate information.**
• Tracks and analyzes all relevant program information ranging from encumbrances, payroll, FTEs, IT purchases and projects to be able to support program directors with decision making.
• Must be able to analyze, interpret complex data and suggest solutions. Must be able to concisely communicate relevant information to manager and director level leadership.
• Approves all CAPPS requisitions for assigned programs and assists with any coding for financial systems.
• Ability to function independently within multiple systems to include USAS, SIRS, CAPPS Financials to search, analyze, run reports and make correcting entries.
• Prepares and/or enters simple to advanced level budget and GL accounting documents independently or with limited supervision in CAPPS or USAS as directed.
• Attends CAPPS User Groups. Contributes to development of business processes.
• Maintains and consistently develops policy and procedure in areas of focus.
• Serves as generalist and backup to any GL accounting functions as needed.
• Provides excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.
• Able to handle multiple tasks concurrently.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Other duties as assigned.

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Military Crosswalk information:

Minimum Education:

Bachelors degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration or any other related degree. To substitute experience for education the candidate must show they have held progressively responsible positions. Substitution is on a year for year basis.

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Minimum Experience:

Three or more years of State of Texas budget experience in an office setting.

Additional Requirements:

Regular and punctual attendance.

A valid Texas Drivers License is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Three years of budget or advanced general ledger accounting experience within a State Agency.

Three years of Appropriation Management level experience using the Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS).

CAPPS/PeopleSoft Financials experience.

Strong experience with SIRS, SQL Queries and Business Objects reports.

Experience assisting with any of; LAR/ Operating Budget/ Fiscal Notes/ Strategic Plan.

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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures affecting the maintenance of accounting records and automated accounting systems.
• Skilled in using Microsoft Excel and Access to create spreadsheets and queries to extract financial information.
• Ability to work accurately with numerical details.
• Ability to analyze, consolidate and interpret accounting data.
• Ability to work effectively with customers, co-workers, and agency staff.
• Ability to use sound judgment and make decisions.

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

• Ability to work efficiently and independently in a dependable and organized manner to meet various deadlines.

• Ability to quickly learn multiple system requirements and troubleshoot solutions to issues.

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Physical and Environmental Requirements:

Normal office work environment, mostly sedentary in nature. May involve walking; standing; remaining stationary for long periods of time; pulling and pushing; kneeling, stooping and bending; and safely lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds. Work involves extensive telephone usage and repetitive hand/wrist/finger motions while using the computer.

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Note to Applicant:

If you require any reasonable accommodation for the interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls to schedule your interview. This position has been designated as a security sensitive position. A criminal background investigation will be conducted on the final candidate for this position.

DUE TO THE HIGH VOLUME OF APPLICATIONS, WE DO NOT ACCEPT TELEPHONE CALLS. APPLICANTS SCHEDULED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED.

Veterans Information:

The Texas Veterans Commission is committed to hiring Veterans and is proud to employ the highest percentage of Veterans among all state agencies. Additional info may apply via the job posting.

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER -The Texas Veterans Commission does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services.

Job: *Business and Financial Operations

Organization: *TEXAS VETERANS COMMISSION

Title: Budget Analyst IV

Location: Texas-Austin

Requisition ID: 00048671