ARPA Financial Analyst
Location: Houston, TX
Pay: Up to $40.00 per hour (based on experience).
Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
Employment Type: Full-Time.
Work Setting: Hybrid
Opportunity Overview:
Openwork is assisting in filing an ARPA Financial Analyst role with Harris County. This position supports high-impact public health initiatives by managing the financial lifecycle of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funded projects, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strategic alignment.
If you are a finance professional who enjoys working with data, solving complex problems, and contributing to meaningful community programs, this role offers stability and long-term career growth.
What You’ll Do:
- Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial plans.
- Monitor expenditures and perform budget-to-actual variance analysis.
- Prepare financial reports, executive summaries, and budget narratives.
- Track project timelines, milestones, and reporting deadlines.
- Support budget amendments and ad hoc financial reporting.
- Oversee purchasing activities, including vendor payments and requisitions.
- Collaborate with leadership, auditors, and stakeholders.
- Identify process improvements and provide financial insights.
What You Bring:
- 5+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or grant management.
- Experience in government, nonprofit, or commercial financial operations required.
- Experience with systems such as PeopleSoft or Oracle preferred.
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or related field.
Work Environment:
- Professional office setting with standard business hours.
- Fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Primarily sedentary role with occasional light lifting (up to 10 lbs).
Why Join This Opportunity:
Through Openwork:
- Competitive pay up to $40/hour.
- Stable, full-time weekday schedule.
- Opportunity to support high-impact public programs.
Additional Benefits:
- Collaborative, team-oriented environment.
- Exposure to leadership and cross-functional teams.
- Long-term career growth in public sector finance.
Apply Today:
Apply now to be considered for this ARPA Financial Analyst opportunity in Houston, TX.
About Openwork:
Openwork has over 50 years of experience connecting skilled professionals with meaningful work. We are committed to helping you build a strong and successful career.
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).