Accounting Specialist- Accounts Receiveable

City of Missouri City, TX

Missouri City (TX)

On-site

USD 57,000 - 71,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

The City of Missouri City, TX is seeking a detail-oriented accounting professional to support accounts receivable operations, including billing, receipting, revenue reconciliation, and account maintenance in accordance with GAAP, GASB, and City policies.

You will collaborate with internal departments to validate billable services, ensure accurate revenue recognition, and maintain strong internal controls while delivering high-quality customer service to staff and the public.

Qualifications

High school diploma, GED, or higher.
Two years of AR, bookkeeping, or accounting support experience.
Experience in municipal or governmental environment preferred.
Experience in municipal ERP systems (e.g., Tyler Munis, Incode, SAP).
Working knowledge of fund accounting.
Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.

Responsibilities

Perform reconciliations of receivable accounts to the general ledger and resolve discrepancies.
Prepare aging reports and monitor outstanding balances.
Support month-end/year-end close, audit preparation, and ACFR-related revenue reporting.
Maintain ERP/financial data and ensure records are organized and compliant with retention requirements.

Skills

GAAP/GASB

Accounts receivable

Excel

Data reconciliation

Customer service

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years of AR, bookkeeping, or accounting support experience

Municipal/government experience preferred

Municipal ERP systems (e.g., Tyler Munis, Incode, SAP)

Fund accounting knowledge

Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills

Tools

Tyler Munis

Incode

SAP

Job description

Salary: $56,738.00 - $70,922.00 Annually

Location : Missouri City, TX

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: MC00395

Department: Financial Services

Opening Date: 10/07/2026

Closing Date: 1/7/2027 5:00 PM Central

Definition

The City of Missouri City, known as the "Show Me City," is seeking an individual to perform technical and administrative accounting work in support of the City's accounts receivable (A/R) operations. Responsible for billing, receipting, revenue reconciliation, account maintenance, collections support, and financial recordkeeping in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards, and City financial policies.

Ensures accurate, timely, and compliant processing of revenues while maintaining strong internal controls, safeguarding financial integrity, and providing high-quality customer service to internal departments and external stakeholders.

Examples of Work

Revenue Reconciliation & Reporting

Perform reconciliations of receivable accounts to the general ledger and resolve discrepancies to ensure accuracy
Prepare and monitor aging reports, tracking outstanding balances and identifying risk areas
Support month-end/year-end close, audit preparation, and ACFR-related revenue reporting

Customer & Department Support

Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding billing, account balances, and payment history
Partner with departments to validate billable services and ensure accurate revenue recognition
Provide research, documentation, and support for collections and legal review as needed

Collections & Compliance

Monitor delinquent accounts and support collection activities in accordance with City policies
Prepare delinquency notices and coordinate approved payment arrangements
Ensure adherence to internal controls, segregation of duties, and confidentiality standards

Systems & Records Management

Maintain accurate data within ERP/financial systems and support system updates or enhancements
Ensure records are organized and compliant with state retention requirements
Contribute to process improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Working knowledge of governmental accounting (GAAP/GASB), accounts receivable processes, municipal billing practices, and internal controls
Proficiency in ERP/financial systems and Excel, with a strong focus on data accuracy, reconciliation, and financial reporting
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies
Effective communication and customer service skills, with the ability to engage professionally with staff and the public.
Ability to manage priorities independently, meet deadlines, interpret policies, and maintain strict confidentiality

Education, Experience, or Certification

High school diploma, GED, or higher
Two (2) years of accounts receivable, bookkeeping, or accounting support experience
Experience in a municipal or governmental environment preferred
Experience in municipal or governmental accounting preferred
Experience with municipal ERP systems (e.g., Tyler Munis, Incode, SAP)
Working knowledge of fund accounting
Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills

The Department of Human Resources & Organizational Development may consider an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience. Works as an essential employee before, during, and after emergencies or disasters, whether natural or man-made. Subject to emergency operations recall and other assignments necessary to maintain continuity of City services.

Department of Human Resources & Organizational Development

Missouri City, TX 77489

(281) 403-8500

An Equal Opportunity Employer

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

The City of Missouri City is located less than 30 miles from Downtown Houston and is a great place to live, work, and play. Working for the City offers dual rewards: giving back to the community and making a difference in the lives of residents. With over 400 full-time employees, the City is committed to effective, efficient, and responsive service. We value our employees as our most important resource and offer one of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefit packages in Texas.

BENEFITS

Medical Plans (Three Options)

Cigna - Health Savings Account (H.S.A.)
- Plan Type: High-Deductible Medical Health Plan
- Provider: Cigna
- Deductibles
  - Single: $2,500 annually
  - Family: $5,000 annually
- Out-of-Pocket Maximums
  - Single: $5,000 annually
  - Family: $10,000 annually
- Additional Details
  - Employee pays dependent premiums
  - Contact HR/OD for a benefits summary, rates, and more details
Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Provider: H.S.A. Bank
- Features
  - Use for qualified medical, dental, vision, and pharmaceutical expenses
  - Contribution Limits
    - Employee only: $4,400 (IRS Limit)
    - Employee & Family: $8,750 (IRS Limit)
    - Catch-up (age 55+): $1,000
  - City Contributions
    - Employee only: $1,500
    - Employee & Family: $2,750
  - Unused balances roll over and the account belongs to the employee
PPO Plan
- Provider: Cigna
- Deductibles
  - Single: $1,500 annually
  - Family: $3,000 annually
- Out-of-Pocket Maximums
  - Single: $4,500 annually
  - Family: $9,000 annually
- Prescription Drug Co-pays
  - Generic: $10
  - Preferred: $40
  - Non-Preferred: $80
EPO Plan
- Provider: Cigna
- Deductibles
  - Single: $1,500 annually
  - Family: $3,000 annually
- Out-of-Pocket Maximums
  - Single: $4,500 annually
  - Family: $9,000 annually
- Prescription Drug Co-pays
  - Generic: $10
  - Preferred: $45
  - Non-Preferred: $80

Dental Plans (Two Options)

DHMO Plan
- Provider: Cigna
- Features
  - No deductible
  - No annual maximum
  - Member co-pay depends on the procedure
PPO Plan
- Provider: Cigna
- Features
  - $1,500 per person annual maximum
  - $1,000 orthodontic lifetime maximum

Vision

Provider: Vision Service Plan
Features
- Eye Exam $10 Copay
- Frames $150 Allowance Annually

Life Insurance

Provider: Ochs Securian Financial
Coverage
- $50,000 Basic Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (Paid by the City)
- $10,000 Group Term Life for Spouse (Paid by the City)
- Supplemental Life Insurance: Up to $500,000

Flexible Spending Account

Provider: Flores
Features
- Pre-tax Medical Spending Account
- Pre-tax Dependent Care Account

Supplemental Insurance Policies

Provider: Aflac
- Accident
- Short-Term Disability
- Critical Illness
- Hospital Indemnity
- Life Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)
Statewide retirement system
7% employee contribution
City contributes 2 to 1

Optional Deferred Compensation

457 Plan and ROTH IRA available through Mission-Square

Holidays

13 paid holidays per calendar year:
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Good Friday
- Memorial Day
- Juneteenth
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Veterans Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Friday after Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Eve
- Christmas Day
- One additional floating holiday for regular, full-time employees

Vacation

Earned based on years of service:
- 0-5 years: 14 days
- 6 years: 15 days
- 7 years: 16 days
- 8 years: 17 days
- 9 years: 18 days
- 10-14 years: 19 days
- 15 years or more: 20 days
Employees working a 24-hour shift, including sleeping time, will have each shift counted as two 12-hour days.

Sick Leave

6 days per calendar year.

Educational Reimbursement

With prior approval of the employee's supervisor and Department Director, the City may reimburse up to 100 % of the cost of tuition, books, lab fees, etc. for work-related courses or degree plans associated with the employee's current responsibilities or workshops/seminars and professional training sessions. This is based on the successful completion of required course(s) with a passing grade of C or better. The maximum reimbursement is $3000 per Fiscal Year. Contact the City's HR/OD Department for benefits summary, rates and additional details...

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)