JOB OBJECTIVE: Perform advanced financial and business analysis of earned revenue growth potential for the Historic Sites Programs at the Texas Historical Commission (THC). Work includes crafting business plans, return on investment (ROI) analysis and comparative business analysis of other state agencies, private non-profit organizations and private vendor initiatives in the management of facilities, cost benefit analysis of operations and to define efficiencies that will assist in maximizing funding to be strategically invested and work with all divisions in entrepreneurial program development. Work under minimal supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Serve as a resource for Historic Sites staff in the development of budget for the division’s operations, capital construction/campaign, and grant-funded projects.

2. Assist management, site managers, exhibit developers and project managers in developing project proposals.

3. Track income and expenditures produce customized monthly reports by project and fund if needed.

4. Develop effective financial analysis models and monitor monthly receivables to track results.

5. Provide scenarios for future capital projects based on different levels of funding.

6. Develop dynamic cross promotional opportunities for the Texas Historical Commission to expand its earned revenue potential within Historic Sites but also throughout the agency. Work collaboratively with other Divisions, to include; Archaeology, Architecture, Community Heritage, History Programs and any other appropriate Divisions.

7. Work with Leadership, Deputy Executive Director of Administration, Chief Financial Officer, Site Supervisors and Site Managers to establish financial metrics and goals to measure the success of operations, individual programs and provide financial reporting tools to aid in the program analysis.

8. Develop, create and seek out new and better ways to conduct the duties of this position by making work processes’ more efficient and effective. Implement cost-saving measures wherever possible.

9. Focus on Texas state accounting and fiscal rule criteria to create systems and procedures to assist staff and senior level managers in project budgeting and financing, forecasting and managing projects funded by multiple sources (state and foundation).

10. Provide a non-profit perspective within the existing State government structure with the Friends of the Texas Historical Commission.

11. Bring forward ideas resulting in improvements in revenue generation or improved services to the State of Texas.

12. Develop reports capturing the needs of the agency in writing with graphs, charts and tables to help clarify the analysis and present the data in graphic and narrative terms for Commission, leadership and staff review and consumption.

13. Assist in the calculation of long-term capital cost planning for Historic Sites (current and future) for controlled and routine maintenance.

14. Assist with or develop legislative fiscal notes related to the Historic Sites Division and related projects.

15. Establish a Facility Index Condition (FCI) report to justify budget requests as well as financially detailing new construction (buildings and exhibits) for future capital campaign projects and appropriation requests.

16. Analyze and develop a sound financial plan for current and future Historic Sites’ operations and capital needs.

17. Generate project-based reports consistent with reports generated for the State, and ensure all proposed programs and projects comply with applicable internal, Foundation, State, and Federal requirements.

18. Provide financial reporting tools to aid in program analysis. This is particularly important in the exploration of new revenue generating opportunities, production of business plans and business goal reporting documents.

19. Adhere to established work schedule with regular attendance.

20. Follow all THC safety guidelines/procedures and ethics requirements.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

21. Perform other duties as assigned.

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in accounting, business, finance or closely related field;

• Minimum five years of work experience in accounting or finance;

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including use of formulas and pivot tables;

• Work experience preparing and analyzing technical reports and summaries;

• Valid Texas driver’s license, acceptable driving record and ability to drive a state vehicle; and

• Required to travel up to 20% of the work period, if needed.

PREFER:

• Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) certification;

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA);

• Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM);

• Experience with private, state or federal grants; or

• Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Thorough knowledge of financial management principles and procedures;

• Basic business knowledge;

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles including pronouncements which apply to not-for-profit organizations and Governmental Accounting Standards Board;

• Knowledge detailing cost estimates for construction;

• Excellent management and administrative skills;

• Effective verbal and written communication, human relations and organizational skills;

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including use of formulas and pivot tables;

• Skill in providing customer service excellence to both internal and external customers;

• Skill in operating a personal computer with word processing, database and spreadsheet software;

• Effective critical thinking skills;

• Ability to learn new accounting and ancillary systems quickly;

• Ability to analyze internal client needs and leverage accounting systems effectively to meet those needs;

• Ability to manage short and long-term financial planning;

• Ability to analyze problems, evaluate alternatives and recommend effective solutions;

• Ability to process information in logical manner and to assess validity;

• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines while maintaining extreme attention to detail;

• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment;

• Ability to adapt successfully and quickly to change and deliver quality results in a timely manner;

• Ability to plan, organize and work independently, as well as within a team environment;

• Ability to work in a setting requiring self-motivation/cooperative decision-making and to work effectively with diverse groups of people;

• Ability to establish goals and objectives and to devise solutions to problems;

• Ability to organize information and provide clear audit trails for documentation;

• Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion; and

• Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.

Must have or obtain a valid Driver’s License and Defensive Driving Course to be able to operate state vehicles.

Must have a Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM) or obtain within 6-months of hire.

ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL CONDITIONS: Normal office work environment and may have exposure to dust and environmental allergens consistent with normal business activities and human contact. Mostly sedentary in nature but may involve walking; standing; pulling and pushing; kneeling, stooping and bending; performing tasks requiring fine motor skills and coordination; and safely lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds. Must be able work extended periods at a computer and may require working extended hours and some evenings and weekends, as needed. May involve travel, occasionally overnight.

MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE: All CAPPS Recruit job postings extend priority of service to veterans, a surviving spouse, orphan of a veteran who was killed while on active duty, spouse of a member of the US Armed Forces/Texas National Guard serving on active duty, or spouse of a veteran with a disability if the spouse is the primary income for the household.

To receive Military Employment preference, a copy of the DD 214, NA Form 13038, VA Summary Benefits Letter, or a DD Form 1300 with an applicable marriage license or birth certificate must be provided before an interview can be extended.

REMARKS (Application procedures, Special requirements): State of Texas application must be submitted through the CAPPS website. Only applicants interviewed will be notified of their selection or non-selection. Resumes will NOT be accepted in place of a completed application.

The Texas Historical Commission is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (gender, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, disability, age, military status, genetic information, or protected activity in recruitment, selection, appointment, training, promotion, retention, or any other personnel action or deny any benefits or participation in programs or activities which it sponsors.

Section 651.005 of the Government Code requires males, ages 18 through 25, to provide proof of their Selective Service registration or of their exemption from the requirement as a condition of state employment.

As part of the employment process, THC will conduct a driving and criminal background check. Unsatisfactory information relevant to the position may disqualify the applicant from employment.

Disability access for testing and interview accommodations can be provided upon reasonable notice by contacting Human Resources at 512-305-6729.

THC participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Additional Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at:

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_AccountingAuditingandFinance.pdf

Veterans: Go to www.texasskillstowork.com for assistance translating your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements, and skill sets.

For New Hires/Rehires: Health insurance is available on the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period.

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