Financial Analyst I

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Functional Title: Financial Analyst I

Job Title: Financial Analyst I

Agency: Dept of State Health Services

Department: Fiscal Monitoring and Support

Posting Number: 19596

Closing Date: 08/14/2026

Posting Audience: Internal and External

Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations

Salary Range: $4,263.16 - $5,521.16

Pay Frequency: Monthly

Salary Group: TEXAS-B-20

Shift: Day

Additional Shift: Days (First)

Telework:

Travel: Up to 35%

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full Time/Part Time: Full time

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt

Facility Location:

Job Location City: AUSTIN

Job Location Address: 1100 W 49TH ST (RDM)

Other Locations: Austin

MOS Codes: 3404,3408,8844,36A,70C,36B,65FX,65WX,6F0X1,F&S,FIN10

Brief Job Description:

Financial Analyst I performs financial monitoring of governmental, educational, nonprofit, and for-profit entities contracted to administer Department of State Health Services (DSHS) programs. Work involves examining and analyzing accounting records, financial statements, expenditure documentation, management practices, and internal controls to evaluate compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, DSHS policies and procedures, and contract provisions. Conducts financial compliance reviews by performing reconciliations, testing transactions, reviewing supporting documentation, researching identified issues, and analyzing financial and programmatic information. Develops financial summaries, schedules, workpapers, and supporting documentation used to assess compliance and support monitoring results, findings, and recommendations. Prepares and maintains financial review documentation in accordance with established monitoring standards and participates in meetings with contractors, grantees, and DSHS staff throughout the review process. Works under moderate supervision with latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Job Functions

Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

Conducts Financial Monitoring Reviews and Compliance Testing (70%)

Performs financial monitoring reviews of governmental, educational, nonprofit, and for-profit entities contracted to administer Department of State Health Services (DSHS) programs. Examines and analyzes accounting records, financial statements, expenditure documentation, management practices, and internal controls to evaluate compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, DSHS policies and procedures, and contract provisions. Reconciles Financial Status Reports (FSRs) and other submitted financial reports to contractor General Ledgers and supporting accounting records. Reviews independently audited financial statements and other financial information to identify potential compliance concerns and areas requiring further review. Performs transaction testing of expenditures, payroll, contractual costs, equipment purchases, matching funds, and other fiscal activities to determine accuracy, allowability, proper allocation, and compliance with applicable requirements. Researches identified issues, reviews supporting documentation, analyzes financial and other relevant information, and gathers information as necessary to complete assigned reviews. Develops financial summaries, schedules, analyses, and supporting exhibits used to document review results and support findings and recommendations.

Develops and Maintains Review Workpapers and Documentation (15%)

Prepares, organizes, and maintains financial review workpapers in accordance with established DSHS and Fiscal Monitoring Unit standards. Develops test sheets, review schedules, financial summaries, narratives, and other supporting documentation used throughout the monitoring process. Organizes, annotates, hyperlinks, and maintains electronic review files and supporting documentation within designated monitoring systems. Drafts narrative explanations of review procedures and results and assists in the development of monitoring reports and related correspondence. Ensures workpapers are complete, accurate, adequately supported, and clearly document procedures performed, evidence reviewed, and conclusions reached.

Coordinates Review Activities and Supports Monitoring Operations (10%)

Assists with coordinating assigned review activities and supporting the completion of financial monitoring reviews. Participates in entrance conferences and other review-related meetings, as well as internal team discussions related to assigned reviews. Assists with gathering requested information, tracking documentation, and completing follow-up activities associated with monitoring reviews. Coordinates travel arrangements and other logistical activities related to assigned fieldwork. Collaborates with monitoring team members to ensure assignments are completed accurately and within established timelines. Maintains professional working relationships with contractors, grantees, DSHS staff, and other stakeholders throughout the review process.

Other Duties as Assigned (5%)

Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

• Accounting principles, financial management practices, and internal controls.
• Financial monitoring, compliance review, and risk assessment concepts.
• Grant and contract administration principles.
• Financial reporting systems, accounting records, and financial statements.
• Federal and state laws, regulations, policies, and procedures applicable to financial oversight activities.
• General business practices and organizational operations.
• Microsoft Office applications and other automated systems used to analyze, track, and document financial review activities.

Skill in:

• Analyzing and evaluating financial and other complex information.
• Reviewing accounting records, supporting documentation, and financial reports for accuracy and compliance.
• Identifying discrepancies, researching issues, and documenting conclusions.
• Organizing, maintaining, and reviewing detailed records and workpapers.
• Preparing clear, concise, and well-organized reports, summaries, and correspondence.
• Using personal computers and software applications, including Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and other business systems.
• Managing multiple assignments and meeting established deadlines.

Ability to:

• Analyze, evaluate, and summarize financial records, reports, and supporting documentation.
• Review General Ledger activity and trace transactions to supporting records and source documentation.
• Perform reconciliations, testing procedures, and other review activities with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Collect, organize, evaluate, and document information necessary to support monitoring conclusions.
• Prepare and maintain complete and accurate workpapers in accordance with established standards.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with team members, contractors, grantees, and DSHS staff.
• Plan, prioritize, and complete assignments within established timeframes.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

N/A

Initial Screening Criteria:

• 1. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university. Experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.

2. Experience reviewing, researching, analyzing, reconciling, interpreting, evaluating, or documenting information to support business, financial, programmatic, compliance, investigative, auditing, quality assurance, grant, contract, or other administrative activities.

3. Experience using personal computers and Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

4. Experience preparing written reports, summaries, correspondence, case documentation, workpapers, or other professional work products.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience reviewing, analyzing, reconciling, or interpreting financial records, reports, transactions, or other complex data.
• Experience reviewing accounting records, financial statements, General Ledger activity, invoices, payroll records, expenditure documentation, or other supporting financial documentation.
• Experience with financial monitoring, compliance reviews, auditing, quality assurance reviews, internal controls, grant administration, contract administration, or related oversight activities.
• Experience researching issues, analyzing information from multiple sources, identifying discrepancies, and documenting conclusions.
• Experience preparing reports, workpapers, summaries, findings, recommendations, correspondence, or other professional written work products.
• Experience organizing, maintaining, and managing detailed records, supporting documentation, electronic files, or case management systems.

Additional Information:

This position may require travel up to 35% to contractor locations throughout Texas to participate in financial monitoring reviews and related activities. Employees must be able to travel overnight as necessary, including occasional weekend travel.

This position may require in person work at the DSHS Headquarters in Austin, Texas. Employees are responsible for maintaining the ability to report to and work in Austin as required.

Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified for this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor's Military Crosswalk at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/.

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), DSHS will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring process for individuals with a qualifying disability. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process, please notify the person who contacts you to schedule the interview. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747 or via email at HHSServiceCenter.Applications@ngahrhosting.com.

Salary Information, Pre-employment Checks, and Work Eligibility:

• The salary offered will follow DSHS starting salary guidelines. Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds.
• Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
• DSHS uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 form