City of Houston

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Division: FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT SERVICES
Section: FINANCIAL REPORTING
Reporting Location: 611 Walker, 24th Floor
Workdays & Hours: Monday-Friday/8:00a 5:00p* (4/10 or 9/80 work schedule option)
*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
This financial reporting position will have a primary role in the financial statement preparation of the Combined Utility System Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) which is audited and published annually. This position will provide professional analytical, administrative and management systems services to the Deputy Assistant Director over Financial Reporting and other Senior Management, as well as all related financial policies, analysis, required compliance and transactions as required. This position would also complete financial analysis for the general government side of Houston Public Works.

The Staff Analyst Financial Reporting duties will include but are not limited to:

1. Assists in the preparation of the Combined Utility Systems Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), as well as the preparation of monthly and year-end closing entries, financial reporting schedules, and ACFR footnotes.
2. Assists in the preparation and reviews of the Combined Utility System financial statements.
3. Assists in evaluating and implementing new Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements.
4. Investigate and make recommendations for problems of medium to high complexity as assigned by the supervisor.
5. Review and analyze annual debt transactions.
6. Oversees and/or conducts monthly general ledger analysis and reconciliations.
7. Prepares journal document entries to transfer, adjust and/or correct accounting records; ensures accuracy and completeness of entries; enters transactions into accounting system.
8. Identifies and implements systems and reporting improvements.
9. Serves as project liaison for financial reporting software integration.
10. Performs other duties and special projects as required.
11. Perform financial analysis and account reconciliations for the general government side (transportation/drainage) of Houston Public Works.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. Requires the ability to make simple gross motor responses within large tolerances.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Requires a Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a field directly related to the type of work being performed.

Graduate degrees related to the type of work to be performed may substitute for the experience requirement on a year-for-year basis.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Three (3) years of professional administrative, financial or analytical experience related to the type of work being performed are required.

Professional experience related to the type of work to be performed may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
Preference will be given to applicants with:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Accounting/Finance.
• A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or a CPA candidate applicant.
• Strong background and knowledge in financial statement preparation, ACFR compilation, bond and debt accounting, SAP experience, and financial reporting software.
• Experience with full and modified accrual of accounting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to train/mentor less experienced professionals.

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None
However, the department may administer a skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: No

SALARY INFORMATION:
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE: 26

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at:www.houstontx.gov.

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Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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