Financial Examiner I (Houston)

Job Title: Financial Examiner I Open Date: March 1, 2024
Salary Group/Class No. B17/1100 Close Date: Until Filled
Current Status: Open Posting Number: 466-2024-007
Number of Positions: 2 WorkinTexas.com No. 16483939
Monthly Salary: $4166.67 Part-Time: No
Work Location:

Houston

Position Type: Full-Time
Travel Required: Up to 50% FLSA Eligible: Exempt

Web Address:                                                                               https://occc.texas.gov/jobs/current-employment-opportunities 

Mail:

Texas Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner

Human Resources

2601 N. Lamar Blvd

Austin, TX 78705

Fax or E-mail:
(512) 936-7610 or
personnel@occc.texas.gov 
Attention: Human 

You may also create, update and submit your State of Texas application using WorkinTexas.com.

Job Description

Financial Examiner I - Performs entry level examinations and investigations of consumer loan companies, mortgage companies, auto finance companies, pawnshops, and persons involved in retail credit sales, credit access businesses, crafted precious metal dealers, and other regulated entities for the purpose of determining compliance with applicable state and federal laws. Under close supervision, conducts examinations of books and records, and investigates business practices.

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Essential Job Functions

Financial Examiner I

  • Develop knowledge of and study the Texas Finance Code and Examiner Manual through training and independent study.
  • Under close supervision, examine books and records of licensed entities.
  • Assists with analyzing issues and developing action plans to complete complex financial examinations or investigations
  • Actively participates in classroom and on-the-job training to acquire basic knowledge of statutes, regulations, and procedures that pertain to compliance examinations of certain non-depository financial service providers, analytical skills, and to develop the ability to function independently.
  • Achieves proficiency in agency operating systems.
  • Writes and finalizes examination reports.
  • Submit tasks and administrative paperwork in an accurate and timely manner.
  • Complete assigned work with progressively reduced supervision.
  • Safeguard equipment, sensitive data, and other resources.
  • Performs related work as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in business administration, finance, accounting, economics, insurance, or a related field.
  • Copy of official college transcripts must be submitted with The State of Texas Application for Employment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in the financial, motor vehicle sales finance or lending industry.
  • Bilingual: English/Spanish.
  • Advanced Degree MBA/CPA
  • Understanding of Information Technology and General Controls
  • Experience in performing examinations or audits of information systems.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of auditing and accounting standards and techniques of both statutory accounting principles and generally accepted accounting principles.

• Knowledge of financial and industry terminology and practices.

• Knowledge or corporate structures, businesses operating procedures, management control, and internal reporting techniques.

• Knowledge of grammar, punctuation, and spelling.

• Proficiency in the use of word processing and spread sheet software.

• Ability to read and understand financial statements, reports, and forms; to apply relevant rules, regulations and statutes; and to prepare concise correspondence and reports.

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to communicate with diverse groups and populations.

General

Classroom instruction and on-the-job training is utilized to develop proficiency in examination and to develop knowledge of applicable statutes, rules, regulations, and examination procedures.

 

All information obtained regarding the status of regulated financial service providers is subject to strict confidentiality. Employees are restricted from having certain loans or financial connections with licensed lenders, may not hold a substantial ownership interest in any licensee, and may not be related to any officer, employee, or consultant of any financial trade association. Employees must manage their personal finances in a manner to avoid conflicts of interest with the agency’s regulated industries. Employees must file an annual ethics disclosure statement with the agency. Must have reliable transportation. Applicants will be required to sign a release authorizing the agency to obtain information regarding the applicant's credit history, police and criminal history information, and educational information.

 

Males born on or after January 1, 1960, between 18 and 25 years of age, will be required to present proof of Selective Service registration on the first day of employment or proof of exemption from Selective Service registration requirement.  All offers of employment are contingent on the candidate having legal authorization to work in the United States.  Failure to present such authorization within the time specified by the U. S. Department of Labor will result in the offer being rescinded.

How to Apply

Submit a State of Texas application via mail or in person to: Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner, Human Resources, 2601 N. Lamar Blvd, Austin TX 78705; via fax to 512.936.7610; via email to personnel@occc.texas.gov; or via WorkinTexas.com. Applications MUST include a complete work history. Resumes submitted without a State of Texas application will not be considered.

 

Applications may be downloaded from http://occc.texas.gov/jobs.

 

For directions or to request physical accommodation during the interview process, contact Human Resources at 512.936.7666 or personnel@occc.texas.gov. If reasonably possible, please call at least 48 hours in advance to afford our representative and the hiring division sufficient time to properly review and coordinate your request.

 

Interviews will be conducted by appointment following pre-screen of applications. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of their selection or non-selection.  The Office of the Consumer Credit Commissioner is an equal opportunity employer.