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CAPPS, Inc. · Austin, Texas
Job Description GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Budget Division is one of the financial divisions within the Office of the Attorney General. We are a service¿oriented 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 (senior¿level) 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 decision¿making 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 to questions 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/BenefitsataGlance) 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 FUNCTIONS
Coordinates and oversees operating and project budgets for Contracts and Information Technology Analyzes, 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 authority Certifies 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 budget Assists 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 measures Assists 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 the specified deadlines determined by the supervisor and/or designee Provides backup and assistance to all areas as needed Performs related work as assigned Maintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions Attends work regularly in compliance with agreedupon work schedule Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information Complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree with 4 years of relevant fulltime experience; or associate's degree with 60 college credit hours with 5 years of relevant experience; or 6 years of relevant fulltime experience; may substitute a master's degree from an accredited college or university for two years of the required experience Knowledge of accounting, budgetary, and management principles, practices, and procedures; forecasting methodologies; and automated accounting, budgeting, and forecasting programs Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines Skill in the use of a computer and applicable software Skill in effective oral and written communication Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment Ability to provide excellent customer service Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG workspace within OAG work location, and perform inperson 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 businessrelated travel Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs. Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 5% PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education/
Bachelor's Degree in relevant field with 4 years of relevant fulltime experience; or bachelor's degree with master's experience degree and 4 years of State government experience; or 8 years of relevant fulltime experience, including 5 years State Government Skills: Expert¿level proficiency in accounting, budgeting, and management principles, practices, and procedures; forecasting methodologies; automated accounting, budgeting, and forecasting systems; and advanced analytical techniques used to evaluate financial data, identify trends, and support data¿driven decisionmaking
Texas statewide accounting/budgetary systems: Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS); Uniform Statewide Accounting Systems (USAS); and Automated Budget Evaluation System of Texas (ABEST) Knowledge: Advanced expertise in Legislative Appropriations Request processes, annual operating budget development, and performance measurement and reporting, supported by extensive experience across multiple budget cycles Skills: Microsoft Excel (Advanced) TO APPLY To apply for a job with the OAG, electronic applications can be submitted through CAPPS Recruit. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered, and paper applications are not accepted. Your application for this position may subject you to a criminal background check pursuant to the Texas Government Code. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_AccountingAuditingandFinance.pdf THE OAG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Details
| Company | CAPPS, Inc. |
| Location | Austin, Texas |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | Business and Financial Operations Occupations |