Budget Analyst III

Budget Analyst | $34.00 per hour | Monday–Friday, 8 am 5:00 pm / Fully On-site | Contract

What Matters Most:

Competitive pay range of $34.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Location: Houston, TX 77054
Long-term Contract
Weekly pay with direct deposit or pay card
When you work through The Reserves Network company, you are eligible to enroll in dental, vision, and medical insurance as well as 401K, direct deposit, and our referral bonus program

Job Summary:

A large County Government Precinct within Harris County is looking for a Budget Analyst III to support their Finance and Accounting department. Budget Analys plays a strategic role in guiding financials and leads the analysis of complex financial data, evaluates budget performance, and identifies key variances to inform executive decision-making.

Responsibilities:

Analyzes financial data to detect discrepancies, ensures fiscal accuracy, and oversees fund disbursement using advanced analytics to support effective use of public resources and continuous financial strategy improvement.
Prepares budget forecasts, journal entries, and budget transfers in accordance with GAAP and government policies and regulations.
Prepares and monitors the annual operating and maintenance budget, create monthly financial reports, identify and research anomalies, and provides insight and recommendations to leadership based on financial data.
Manages revenue fee contracts, asset auction and disposal revenue, and grant income recording. Ensures timely deposits and resolves revenue posting and budget discrepancies with the County Treasurer and the Auditor’s Office.
Advises on utilization of debt instruments, non-debt funding sources, funding availability, and ensures compliance with Debt Policy and funding restrictions.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related area of study
At least five (5) years of experience in an accounting or finance position
At least three (3) years of experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, or related fields such as Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
Strong analytical and mathematical skills, proficiency in spreadsheets, and a solid understanding of government regulations regarding budgeting and financial management
Proficiency in financial and project management systems like PeopleSoft, Monday.com, PowerBi
Professional finance designation/licenses from one or more of the following or similar designations or entities: CPA, IPMA, CMFOA, or GFOA.

Benefits and Perks:

Pay range: $34.00 per hr
Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
Training and growth opportunities
Weekly pay and convenient location

Your New Organization:

One of four Commissioner precincts in Harris County, serving parts of Houston and surrounding communities. Led by an elected County Commissioner, the precinct focuses on providing essential local government services, including infrastructure improvements, parks and trails, community programs, public safety support, and constituent services.

Your Career Partner:
The Reserves Network, a veteran-founded and family-owned company, specializes in connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field. The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal-opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment.

In the spirit of pay transparency, we want to share the base hourly pay rate for this position, which is $34.00 per hr, not including benefits, potential bonuses, or additional compensation. If you are hired, your base salary will be determined based on factors such as individual skills, qualifications, experience, and geographic location. In addition, we also believe in the importance of pay equity and consider the internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Please keep in mind that the range mentioned above is the full base salary range for the role. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical to allow for future & continued salary growth.

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