Accounting Specialist: Year-End Close & Reporting

Houston Community College; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Community College is seeking an Accounting Specialist to perform a broad range of accounting functions with lead responsibility for accounting records. The role supports daily processes and year-end close activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP and HCC guidelines.

The position involves collaboration with other departments, monitoring expenditures, and preparing various financial and tax reports. Strong MS Office and PeopleSoft skills, plus budgeting ability, are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree with 6 college hours in Accounting required.
• 4 years directly-related experience may be substituted in lieu of required degree and accounting hours.
• 3 years General Accounting experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily accounting processes following GAAP and HCC guidelines.
• Participate in year-end close activities including accruals and correcting payment discrepancies; maintain cash transaction records.
• Collaborate with other departments to review financial activities and resolve issues.
• Monitor expenditures with Program Directors and Deans to ensure adherence to College/System purchasing guidelines.
• Submit monthly financial reports to the Director of Administrative Services or as needed.
• Prepare tax reports for withholding, Social Security and other taxes.
• Prepare annotated financial reports detailing cash receipts, expenditures, accounts payable/receivable and P&L.

Skills

MS Office Programs

PeopleSoft

Budget Management

Mathematical Skills

Education

Associate’s degree in Accounting

Job description

Houston Community College is seeking an Accounting Specialist to perform a broad range of accounting functions with lead responsibility for accounting records. The role supports daily processes and year-end close activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP and HCC guidelines.

The position involves collaboration with other departments, monitoring expenditures, and preparing various financial and tax reports. Strong MS Office and PeopleSoft skills, plus budgeting ability, are essential.