OAG - Budget | Budget Analyst V | 27-0125

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?Page=HRS\_APP\_JBPST\_FLandAction=UandFOCUS=ApplicantandSiteId=1andJobOpeningId=107683andPostingSeq=1Job DescriptionGENERAL DESCRIPTIONThe Budget Division is one of the financial divisions within the Office of the Attorney General. We are a serviceoriented team dedicated to supporting agency goals by meeting the needs of executive leadership and our client divisions.We are responsible for monitoring and managing a large and increasingly complex biennial budget exceeding $1.5 billion. Our work includes several critical functions: preparing the Legislative Appropriations Request (LAR), administering appropriated funds, and producing both the Published Operating Budget and the Internal Operating Budget.Another essential function of our team is providing financial guidance to agency divisions on the availability and appropriate use of funds for purchases and staffing.This position provides financial and analytical support for the Child Support Division (CSD) and is routinely assigned our most complex (seniorlevel) budget preparation and analysis work. Examples of work performed include preparing, reviewing, and analyzing budgets and performance measures; monitoring budgets and program performance; and ensuring compliance with applicable statutes, policies, and guidelines.The position reports directly to the Budget Manager (Child Support) and engages with Budget Division leadership, assigned regions, and executive leadership. Work requires the ability to clearly, accurately, and effectively communicate complex budgetary information to support decisionmaking and promote alignment across program areas.Unusual Working Conditions:During the biennium, critical target dates for the completion of work projects or gathering information to respond toquestions from internal management, other state agencies, or state legislators may require the need to work extra hours.This position may be eligible for a flexible/hybrid work schedule if certain conditions are met; working arrangements may change at any time as business necessitates.The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State's law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits (https://ers.texas.gov/Benefits-at-a-Glance) along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans.ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONSCoordinates and oversees operating and project budgets for Contracts and Information TechnologyAnalyzes, forecasts, and monitors program operating budgets, including but not limited to expenditures, FTEs, and methods of finance Assures proper allocation of funding based on classification of costs and appropriation authorityCertifies availability of funding for expenditures in accordance with respective guidelines and reconciles and monitors program cash flow and solvency; advises on areas in which action may be required to stay within budgetAssists in the preparation of, or independently prepares, schedules for monthly budget reports, special ad hoc budgetary reports, management reports, biennial state operating budgets, Legislative Appropriations Requests, internal operating budgets, federal funding requests, quarterly binding encumbrances, and quarterly performance measuresAssists in the development and enhancement of budget processes by formulating budget strategies, identifying opportunities for optimal use of available resources, and conducting analyses to inform and support solutions to budgetary and management issues.Maintains knowledge of the State of Texas General Appropriations Act and other statutes/policies and procedures affecting agency budget Prioritizes work within t e specified deadlines determined by the supervisor and/or designeeProvides back-up and assistance to all areas as neededPerforms related work as assignedMaintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functionsAttends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work scheduleEnsures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected informationComplies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation:Graduation from high school or equivalentEducation/Experience: Bachelor's Degree with 4 years of relevant full-time experience; or associate's degree with 60 college credit hours with 5 years of relevant experience; or 6 years of relevant full-time experience; may substitute a master's degree from an accredited college or university for two years of the required experienceKnowledge of accounting, budgetary, and management principles, practices, and procedures; forecasting methodologies; and automated accounting, budgeting, and forecasting programsSkill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlinesSkill in the use of a computer and applicable softwareSkill in effective oral and written communicationSkill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision makingAbility to receive and respond positively to constructive feedbackAbility to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environmentAbility to provide excellent customer serviceAbility to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG workspace within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave)Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travelAbility to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSAAbility to lift and relocate 30 lbs.Ability to travel (including overnight travel)