Financial Analyst III -FMS

Financial Analyst III -FMS Print ( Apply ufeff Financial Analyst III -FMS Salary $63,264.76 - $76,945.70 Annually Location Houston, TX Job Type Full Time Job Number 38483 Department Houston Public Works Opening Date 03/24/2026 Closing Date 4/22/2026 11:59 PM Central + Description + Benefits + Questions POSITION OVERVIEW Applications will be accepted from: All Persons Interested Service Line: FMS Location: Houston, TX Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am u2013 5:00pm Subject to change DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Under the leadership of the Division Manager for the Houston Public Works Grants Management group, the Financial Analyst III will be responsible for supporting grant accounting and financial reporting for a grant portfolio of approximately $1 billion for disaster cost recovery and various infrastructure projects and programs such as flood hazard mitigation and transportation safety improvements. The selected candidate will support the Division Manager (DM) with grants accounting and routine grants reporting; collaborate with the DM and other teams members complete detailed balance sheet reconciliations, grant revenue and expenditure analyses, budgeting tasks, grant closeout tasks; support the DM and Financial Analyst IV in the preparation of quarterly Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA report); respond to grant/audit inquiries and maintain records of grant procurement and expenditures; interact closely with Finance Grants Management to manage the grant set-up and accounting in SAP; work with project managers to prepare and submit requests for reimbursement working with a variety of grant portals across various funding agencies; maintain Standard Operating Procedure documentation of key tasks; other duties as assigned by the Division Manager and Deputy Assistant Director. WORKING CONDITIONS This position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort in a normal office environment. This is a Department of Public Works & Engineering Emergency Management position at the Tier III Level. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Requires a bacheloru2019s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or closely related field. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Four years of professional experience in finance, budget analysis or closely related field. Substitutions: Experience cannot be substituted for the Bacheloru2019s degree requirement. A Masteru2019s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or closely related field may be substituted for two years of the above experience requirement. MINIMUM LICENSE REQUIREMENTS None PREFERENCES Preference will be given to candidates with experience in grant accounting with SAP Grants Management module. Experience with procurement, accounts payable, budgets, and general ledger reconciliations highly desired. Must have a passion for continuous learning and improvement. 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. GENERAL INFORMATION SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None However, the department may administer a skills assessment test. SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: No If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test. SALARY INFORMATION Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification. PAY GRADE: 21 APPLICATION PROCEDURES Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: or call 832-395-2972. If you need special services or accommodations 832-395-2972 (TTY 7-1-1) If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627. Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process. All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided. EOE Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include: + Medical + Dental + Vision + Wellness + Supplemental Insurance + Life insurance + Long-term disability + Retirement pension + 457 deferred compensation plan + Employee Assistance Program + 10 days of vacation each year + 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday + Compensable Sick Leave + Personal Leave + Flexible schedules + Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions + Professional development opportunities + Transportation/parking plan + Section 125 pretax deductions + Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan + Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves + Healthcare Flexible Spending Account For plan details, visit 01 Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions? + Yes + No 02 Which best describes your education? + Bacheloru2019s Degree + Master's Degree or higher + None of the above 03 How many years of professional experience in finance, economics, budget analysis or a closely related area do you possess? + Less than a year of experience + 1 year, but less than 2 years + 2 years, but less than 3 years + 3 years, but less than 4 years + 4 years or more + No experience 04 Describe any experience working with federal and state grants. 05 Describe any experience working with external auditors. 06 Describe any experience performing detailed general ledger reconciliations. 07 Describe any experience posting journal entries and keeping track of entries posted. 08 How do you keep yourself organized when balancing multiple projects? 09 If you have used the SAP system at the city of Houston, which modules or parts of the SAP system have you used? 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Created: 2026-03-26