Primary Purpose:
Oversee the financial management operations, including accounting of grant programs, financial reporting, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, investments and grant reporting..
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
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Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited university
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Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Masters of Business Administration preferred
Special Knowledge/Skills:
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Advanced technical knowledge of governmental accounting
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General knowledge of computer systems and software to support accounting and financial analysis
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Expertise with grant management and accounting, investments and cash flow management
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Ability to organize, prioritize and meet established deadlines
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Ability to communicate effectively and accurately (verbal and written)
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Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records
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Strong leadership skills including the ability to guide and grow future leaders
Experience:
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10 years accounting experience
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Progressive growth in career trajectory
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
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Maintain confidentiality particularly in financial management related activities.
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Provide excellent customer service to all users regarding all business functions (accounting).
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Maintain complete and systematic records of accounting and documents and records.
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Be responsible for the preparation of reports required for financial reimbursements from grantor agencies after closing the month and before the 15th day of the month.
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Assist with the budgeting process as directed by the Chief Financial Officer
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Supervise the accounts payable process, the accounts receivable process, the payroll process, and the fixed asset process.
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Provide administration and budget managers with financial information as necessary.
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Ensure compliance with all local, state and federal grant mandates and requirements including local match requirements.
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Assist in developing training classes and materials for all accounting processes.
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Assist and review the preparation of the Annual Financial Report (AFR) and Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR).
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Prepare and submit the PAFR application and final PAFR to Chief Financial Officer for timely submission to GFOA
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Collaborate with the Senior Accountants for the efficient operation of the Business Office and effective use of staff.
Divisional Management
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Work cooperatively with principals, division managers and staff to define financial needs and conduct consultations annually.
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Establish and maintain a climate that demonstrates respect and dignity for all.
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Implement business practices that promote collegiality, teamwork, and collaborative decisions.
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Facilitate two-way communication with staff, department employees, media, community, and the Board.
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Ensure that Business Office operations contribute to the attainment of department goals and objectives.
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Review and approve all journal entries into the financial records.
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Ensure that financial transactions are recorded in appropriate journals and subsidiary ledgers.
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Lead the coordination of the annual audit and any other financial, operational or grant audit.
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Prepare the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for the end of the year and annual management report and submit to GFOA and ASBO for review.
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Ensure the Department’s cash is adequately secured and collateralized; act as liaison with the depository bank.
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Review and approve all monthly investment and cash account reconciliations.
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Review and approve the monthly financial reports for the Board.
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Responsible for the Education Foundation of Harris County accounting and audit process.
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Ensure that all debt service payments are processed timely
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Perform other duties as may be assigned.
