FINANCIAL ANALYST I

FINANCIAL ANALYST I

Salary

$1,717.00 - $1,890.38 Biweekly

Location

2999 South Wayside

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

39595

Department

Parks and Recreation

Division

Management and Finance

Opening Date

09/17/2026

Closing Date

9/23/2026 11:59 PM Central

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POSITION OVERVIEW

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: All Persons Interested

DIVISION: MANAGEMENT & FINANCE

LOCATION: 2999 S. Wayside Dr

WORKDAYS & HOURS: Monday-Friday 8 am to 5 pm*

• Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Houston Parks and Recreation Department (HPARD) is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical professional to serve as a Financial Analyst I within the Management & Finance Division. The Financial Analyst I performs routine technical financial work involving the processing and analysis of financial transactions, preparation of financial reports and work papers, revenue budget support, account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial data analysis.

The selected candidate will perform the duties below:

• Enter Cash Receipts (CRs) from Parks and Recreation locations into SAP.
• Download daily ACH report from Chase Bank to record accounts receivable payments at HPARD locations.
• Bank reconciliation for the park and Recreation general depository account.
• Prepare journal entries for monies sent to the Headquarters location along with documentation in SAP. Process with accuracy and communicate accounting information to personnel
• Assists with the annual revenue budget". Update/email information to Cost Center Managers. Communicate schedules to personnel when to complete/return. Once Form 1's information is returned, meet with Cost Center Mangers to review for accuracy and enter BudPrep system.
• Forecast Revenue Current Budget Projection on all Funds. Analyzing and reporting any abnormal variances that may cause shortages.
• Be responsible for monthly MFOR submittal in a timely without errors to Supervisor.
• Abide by all Department Policies and Procedures for cash management when deposits are received or generated. Confirm that all supporting documents are correct and accurate.
• Support all other Parks and Recreation divisions as needed.
• Create Purchase requisitions for the Parks divisions as quotes are presented.
• Track Houston Parks Board requisitions and provide account balance after each request.
• Reconcile Houston Parks Board accounts when monthly account balances are received from HPB accounting staff.
• Create journal entries from Active Network generated reports for HPARD locations that are cashless.

All other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking and standing. There are occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. The position may involve dealing with modestly unpleasant situations, such as occasional exposure to office chemicals and/or extensive use of a video display terminal etc.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

No experience is required.

Substitution: Four years of pertinent professional or para-professional experience may substitute for the education requirement. An Associate's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field and two years of pertinent professional or para-professional experience may substitute for the education requirement.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

None

PREFERENCES

Eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

• Experience working with SAP or another financial management system.
• Experience processing cash receipts or accounts receivable transactions.
• Experience performing bank or account reconciliations.
• Experience preparing journal entries.
• Experience with revenue budgeting or forecasting.
• Experience preparing financial reports.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel.
• Experience preparing purchase requisitions.
• Experience working with governmental or municipal financial operations.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

The selection process will involve application review and/or interview.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YES

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION GENERAL FUNDED

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidates qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade 15

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown.

Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-4882.

If you need special services or accommodations, call (832.393-4882) or (TTY 7-1-1).

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individuals sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

01

Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

• Yes
• No

02

What is the highest level of education you have completed?

• High School Diploma/GED
• Associates degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree or higher
• None of the above

03

What field of study is your degree in?

• Business Administration
• Accounting
• Finance
• Closely related field
• I do not have a degree

04

How many years of experience do you have in finance, grant accounting, budget analysis or a closely related field?

• Less than 2 years experience
• 2 years but less than 3 years experience
• 3 years but less than 4 years experience
• 4 years but less than 5 years experience
• No experience

05

Which of the following financial activities have you performed through employment, education, or other relevant experience? Select all that apply.

• Cash receipts
• Accounts receivable
• Journal entries
• Bank/account reconciliation
• Budget preparation
• Revenue forecasting
• Financial reporting
• Purchase requisitions
• SAP or another financial system
• None of the above

06

Which financial/accounting systems have you used? Select all that apply

• SAP
• PeopleSoft
• Oracle
• Workday
• Other financial/accounting system
• No experience

07

Regarding question # 6, briefly describe how you used them.

08

What is the difference between DEBIT and CREDIT?

09

What methods do you use to ensure deadlines are met?

10

Are you a current Houston Parks and Recreation Departments Management and Finance Division employee?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Houston

Address 901 Bagby St

Houston, Texas, 77002

Website https://www.houstontx.gov/