Texas Department of State Health Services · 16 hours ago
Budget Analyst V
Austin, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$6,377.50/mo - $8,581.66/mo
5+ years expThe Texas Department of State Health Services is committed to public health, seeking skilled individuals to join their team. The Budget Analyst V will oversee daily operations, assist with budget planning, and provide technical expertise to staff and other agencies.
Health Care
No H1B
Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Branch Manager, performs highly advanced technical and consultative work assisting with the oversight of the daily operations and activities
Assists Branch Manager with implementing goals and objectives; developing guidelines, policies, and procedures; developing schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving established goals; coordinating and evaluating Branch activities; monitoring compliance with federal and state laws, rules, regulations, guidelines, policies and procedures
Coordinates and implements changes as new federal and state laws, rules, regulations and agency policies become effective
Provides leadership in budget planning for agency
Provides consultative and technical services and expertise to Branch analysts, DSHS program staff, other governmental agencies, and internal and external work groups
Leads technical staff performing financial analysis and makes recommendations to Budget leadership regarding the operating budget
Serves as Team Lead
Leads analytical and forecasting/projection functions
Assists Branch Manager with communicating with federal, state, and local officials as well as agency staff
Coordinates, assigns, and leads the work of others
Acts as liaison and resource to internal staff and interacts with LBB, Governor's Office, Legislative staff, State Auditors and Federal Auditors
Works under limited direction with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment
In coordination with the Branch Manager, administers and leads the activities of the Branch and provides guidance and direction to staff in conducting the major functions of the Branch
Responsibilities include: implementing goals and objectives for the Branch that support agency-wide strategic plans and respond to evolving needs of customers; developing and approving schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving goals; assisting with evaluation activities; participating in regular staff meetings to discuss problems and resolutions; conducts general information and training to Branch staff and agency staff; coordinating, assigning and leading the work of the Branch staff
Participates in HHSAS budget system maintenance, including initial operating budget load and budget revision journals; position control and Commitment Accounting for payroll; routine reporting and ad hoc financial queries and data extracts required for analysis by Branch staff; preparation or approval of expenditure coding; development of Legislative Appropriations Request and annual Operating Budget; performs budget analysis, monitoring, and identification of issues for review by executive and program management; and coordinates revenue monitoring and analysis activities
May conduct routine meetings with program staff to discuss financial analyses/forecasting/projections and provide recommendations to address shortfalls or under spending
Attends meetings with Branch Manager to present monthly financial reports
Provides technical training to program managers to ensure appropriate financial management of program operations
Assists program with the development of a financial service plan to support program objectives
Participates on workgroups to implement processes in coordination with Fiscal to ensure program payments to vendors/contractors and travel reimbursements are appropriately handled
Coordinates procurement activities to ensure staff are processing requests appropriately and in a timely manner
Coordinates with the Grant Budget Analysts & Fund Management Unit as appropriate
Manages special projects as required or requested
Identifies and suggests recommendations to change agency policies, procedures, and internal operating procedures to comply with state and/or federal requirements
Monitors and assists with evaluation of Branch operations and compliance with policies to identify needed changes and makes recommendations to improve operations
Assists with the preparation of written drafts of policies and procedures for financial services
Assists with the implementation of modified policies and procedures
Provides advice to the Branch Manager on agency-wide policies and procedures, funding and budgetary issues
Leads and may supervise Unit staff in the absence of the Branch Manager
Assigns work, assists Branch Manager with performance evaluations, recommends staff development and training, and makes suggestions regarding personnel and disciplinary actions
Ensures all financial activities and assignments are completed in a timely manner
Works with other team leads to ensure cross training of budget analysts in the Unit
Plans and assigns the work of Branch analysts and provides direction to ensure successful completion
Coordinates with program staff to prepare and review performance measure reports, fiscal impact analysis, cost estimates, and budget recommendations
Provides technical assistance, information and training to program staff in the preparation of annual operating budgets and all components required in the Legislative Appropriations Request
Assists management with developing procedures and processes to complete financial tasks
Represents the Branch and Unit on internal and external workgroups and meetings
Provides budget and funding technical expertise to program staff, Branch staff and Unit Manager
Responds to requests for information from external parties regarding cost estimates for legislation and fiscal notes for proposed rules
Provides input in determining proper use of budgetary information to develop reports for the Legislative Budget Board, Governor’s Office, State Auditor, State Comptroller, and the Health and Human Services Commission
This position currently serves as backup for the Administrative Services budget Team Lead and cross trains between all budget teams under the Branch Manager
Qualification
Required
Minimum 5 years experience managing budgeting and forecasting practices and operations
Experience managing and providing leadership to professional staff
Experience with the State of Texas and Federal accounting, budgeting, and financial practices and operations
Experience in providing developing and analyzing financial reports
Knowledge of budget and forecasting management practices and operations
Knowledge of the State of Texas and federal accounting, budgeting, and other financial policies and procedures
Knowledge of federal cost principles
Knowledge of the principles of management and supervision of personnel
Skills in providing financial analyses/forecasting/projections to staff
Skills in management principles and practices
Skills in project management and prioritization
Skills in problem solving and conflict resolution
Proficient skills in computer software including, but not limited to Microsoft Excel and Access
Skills in computer software including HHSAS, HRMS, and other governmental financial or human resources applications
Ability to make independent and sound technical judgment and to analyze new situations when they are encountered
Ability to assess, interpret, and communicate financial information
Ability to make recommendations to address financial issues
Ability to effectively communicate in writing and verbally
Ability to deal effectively with diverse groups and individuals and to maintain effective working relationships
Ability to organize workload and set priorities
Ability to work as part of a team
Benefits
Insurance coverage and other benefits available through the State of Texas Group Benefits Plan administered by the Employee Retirement System of Texas (ERS)
Company
Texas Department of State Health Services
Texas Department of State Health Services focuses on public health to promote and protect the health of Texans & their communities.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Carolyn Barrett
Senior Advisor to DSHS CFO
Christy Havel Burton
Chief Financial Officer
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