Budget Analyst

TEXAS LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL

POSTING NUMBER: 08018

DATE POSTED: April 1, 2008  

CLOSING DATE: Until Filled

DEPARTMENT: Administration Division/Accounting & Purchasing Section

SALARY: $58,123 - $70,120 annually

CONTACT:
Human Resources Office
Texas Legislative Council
P.O. Box 12128, Capitol Station                           
Austin, Texas  78711-2128
 (512) 463-1155
Fax: (512) 936-1000
www.tlc.state.tx.us

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Performs advanced budget preparation and accounting work.  Work involves preparing agency budget instructions, analyzing and reviewing budget requests; preparing the biennial legislative appropriation request; preparing financial analyses and reports; recommending action to resolve financial or budgetary issues; and establishing and maintaining budget systems and controls.  Works under minimal supervision with latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

- Plans, organizes, coordinates, and evaluates agency budgetary activities.

- Prepares financial statements and fiscal, budgetary, and management reports.

- Ensures accuracy and timeliness of submission of legislative appropriation requests.

- Informs executive staff of budget deviations, problems, and events likely to impact operations, explains causes and measures the impact on agency resources, and makes recommendations on the use of funds.

- Performs various fiscal functions, including accounting, budgeting, processing and approval of claims, handling of cash receipts and disbursements, and preparation of financial reports and budget requests.

- Examines budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformity with procedures and regulations.

- Oversees the detailed reporting of expenditures and encumbrances made by the agency.

- Functions as the budget consultant to division directors.

- Prepares the analysis and interpretation of expenditure patterns, budget projections, and financial position of the agency.

- Prepares periodic financial statements.

- Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience and Education

Extensive experience in advanced budget preparation, analysis, and financial management.  Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in accounting, finance, business, public administration, or a related field. 
 
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

- Knowledge of accounting and budgetary and fiscal principles, practices, and procedures.

- Skill in highly advanced accounting and budgeting theory.

- Ability to plan, organize, and direct complex budget programs.

- Ability to budget funds.

- Ability to set up budget process and controls.

- Ability to interpret laws and regulations.

- Ability to maintain confidentiality of material and information.

- Ability to use Microsoft Office and accounting software.

- Ability to maintain regular attendance.

- Ability to work overtime.

- Ability to work as a member of a team.

Application Requirements

To be considered, an applicant must submit a State of Texas Application for Employment (available on the council's website: www.tlc.state.tx.us).

As a condition of employment, legal proof of authorization to work in the U.S. must be provided.

Request for accommodation and/or services in the application process should be made to the above cited contact.