Overview
Date: Oct 8, 2026
Location: AUSTIN, TX (1100 W 49TH ST (RDM))
This position is for a Financial Analyst III within the organization’s Newborn Screening and Injury Prevention (NBSIP) Section in the Community Health Improvement Division. The role performs advanced (senior-level) financial analysis and regulatory work to support program operations and strategic decision-making.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement financial analysis methodologies, financial models, and reporting tools for NBSIP programs.
- Analyze financial data from multiple sources to monitor budgets, expenditures, and forecasts; identify trends and variances and assess impacts to program objectives.
- Make recommendations on allocation of financial resources to meet strategic objectives and improve efficient use of funding and staff.
- Coordinate development, management, and evaluation of NBSIP budgets, expenditures, and financial activities for programs, projects, and procurements.
- Coordinate and support financial reporting processes, procedures, and forms to support program activities.
- Review projects for financial completeness, compliance with financial standards, uniformity of methods, and adherence to financial statutes, agency rulings, and procedures.
- Monitor and coordinate third-party financial reviews, including data accumulation, financial modeling, reporting, and tracking responses.
- Interpret and apply federal and state laws, regulations, and agency policies related to financial management and grant administration.
- Conduct financial monitoring, analysis, and review of accounting records, financial statements, and internal controls.
- Identify risks and recommend corrective actions for financial and regulatory issues; evaluate and monitor agency assets and liabilities.
- Coordinate and support budget development activities, including Legislative Appropriations Requests (LAR), cost estimates, and fiscal notes.
- Develop and apply forecasting methodologies and financial impact analyses for proposed legislation, rules, and program initiatives.
- Evaluate expenditure trends and recommend realignment of financial resources.
- Prepare, review, and analyze cost estimates and fiscal notes for proposed legislation and assess impacts on NBSIP programs.
- Serve as primary financial point of contact for NBSIP Section staff, providing guidance and technical assistance on financial and budgetary matters.
- Research technical questions related to financial and regulatory compliance with applicable state and federal statutes and regulations; may train program staff on related policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned, which may include supporting disaster response/recovery, Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation, and/or participation on the State Medical Operations Center (SMOC) team. This may require alternate shift/location and/or working extra hours to meet defined deadlines and mission-critical reporting requirements.
Essential Job Functions
- Attend work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Initial Screening Criteria
- Experience with annual State of Texas operating budget development.
- 3 years of experience monitoring and managing multiple collected revenue sources.
- Experience using HHSAS, CAPPS, USAS queries and/or reports.
- Experience with advanced Microsoft Excel and/or Microsoft Access.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
- Knowledge of financial analyses and examination procedures for regulated entities; financial and industry terminology and practices; statistical analysis.
- Knowledge of budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting principles.
- Knowledge of federal and state fiscal laws, regulations, and policies.
- Knowledge of public administration and program operations.
- Skill in using computer software and data modeling.
- Skill in analyzing and interpreting complex financial data.
- Skill in developing financial models and methodologies.
- Skill in communicating effectively in written and oral format.
- Skill in using financial systems and data analysis tools.
- Ability to perform and interpret numerical analyses; interpret statutes; analyze and summarize financial and management records for accuracy and conformance to procedures, rules, and regulations; prepare reports and correspondence regarding findings; provide guidance to others.
- Ability to supervise the work of others.
- Ability to administer financial processes and systems.
- Ability to develop and implement financial analysis tools and processes.
- Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, and policies.
- Ability to provide consultative services and recommendations to management.
- Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement solutions.
- Ability to coordinate, review, and/or assign the work of others.
- Ability to prepare clear, concise reports and presentations.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary Range: $5,425.33 - $7,155.75 (monthly)
- Salary Group: TEXAS-B-24
- Pay Frequency: Monthly
- Shift: Day
- Additional Shift: Telework eligible
- Travel: Up to 5%
- Regular/Temporary: Regular
- Full Time/Part Time: Full time
- FLSA: Nonexempt
Benefits:
- Insurance coverage and other benefits are available through the State of Texas Group Benefits Plan, administered by the Employee Retirement System of Texas (ERS).
Pre-employment and work eligibility:
- Final salary offer is subject to agency salary policy, budget, and candidate qualifications.
- Employment offers are contingent upon available budgeted funds.
- Depending on program area and position requirements, selected applicants may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
- E-Verify is used; I-9 documentation is required on the first day of work.
Work Authorization / Checks
Closing Date
10/22/2026
Telework
Eligible for Telework (hybrid telework within the state of Texas).
Other Information
- Posting Number: 22239
- Posting Audience: Internal and External
- Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations
- Functional Title: NBSIP Financial Analyst III
ADA Accommodations
Reasonable accommodation will be provided during the hiring process for individuals with a qualifying disability.
Nearest Major Market
Austin