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City of Conroe

Financial Analyst

City of Conroe Conroe, Texas, United States

Government Administration · 501-1,000 employees

20 h ago
financial-analyst Junior (0-2 yrs) Full-time United States
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About the role

The Financial Analyst supports the city's financial planning, capital project funding, and investment activities. This role is responsible for developing, analyzing, and monitoring the capital budget while ensuring compliance with the Public Funds Investment Act.

What they look for

Financial planning Capital budgeting Investment management Financial modeling Data analysis GAAP Governmental accounting PFIA compliance Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word Microsoft PowerPoint Analytical skills Organizational skills Communication skills Decision making Budget preparation

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. One to three years of experience in a municipal or governmental finance department is preferred.

Benefits

Medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Employee assistance program Paid time off Free membership at the city's pool and recreation center

Full description

JOB SUMMARY

Working in a team environment, the Financial Analyst supports the City's financial planning, capital project funding, and investment activities. This role is responsible for developing, analyzing, and monitoring the City's Capital Budget, ensuring alignment with funding sources and long‑term financial objectives. The position also manages the City's investment portfolio in compliance with the Public Funds Investment Act (PFIA).

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field required. One to three years of experience in a similar position in a municipal or other governmental finance department preferred. Computer system experience required.

Special Requirements:

Analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills required. Municipal Accounting experience and budget preparation experience highly desirable. Possession of a valid class "C" Texas driver's license required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
  • Knowledge of governmental accounting and budgeting principles and practices.
  • Knowledge of PFIA and municipal investment practices.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and financial modeling skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, financial software, and data analysis tools.
  • Ability to clearly and effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to exercise good judgment, make competent decisions, handle multiple projects, prioritize and organize work assignments, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure and stress.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is sedentary and requires the ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: fingering, hearing, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motions, speaking, talking and visual acuity.

BENEFITS

The City of Conroe offers great benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance program, paid time off and free membership at the City's pool and recreation center facilities. Starting salary for this position is $65,085 annually.

The City of Conroe is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Must pass background check and pre-employment substance abuse screening as a condition of employment. A motor vehicle record check and job-related doctor's physical exam may also be required. Safety-sensitive positions remain subject to random drug and alcohol testing after hire.

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