Assistant City Controller III

City of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Houston is seeking an Assistant City Controller III to lead specialized accounting procedures, prepare financial statements, and analyze reports. You will coordinate with departments to implement policies, monitor operations, and ensure regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes process improvements, data analysis, and presenting insights to senior management. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field and at least four years of accounting/auditing

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field.
• CPA or CIA designation is preferred.
• Four years of professional accounting and/or auditing experience are required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares interim and annual financial statements, schedules, reports and related work papers.
• Prepares, reviews and reconciles assigned weekly and/or monthly financial statements.
• Oversees financial record keeping and cost control systems.
• Supervises various complex accounting functions including financial analysis and financial statement preparation.
• Assists with audits or evaluations of operational procedures and financial practices to confirm adherence to laws, standards, and best practices.
• Gathers, analyzes, and interprets data related to operational performance, resource usage, and financial performance.

Skills

Leadership

Planning & prioritization

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Microsoft Excel

Adobe Acrobat

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Business Administration

CPA or CIA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

DEPARTMENT: CITY OF HOUSTON, CONTROLLER'S OFFICE

DIVISION: OPERATIONS

REPORTING LOCATION: 901 BAGBY ST., 7TH FL.

WORKDAYS & HOURS: MONDAY - FRIDAY 8AM - 5PM*

*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Under the guidance of the City Controller or designee, the Assistant City Controller III performs specialized accounting procedures in the preparation, review, analysis and reconciliation of standard periodic financial reports and statements. In addition, the Assistant City Controller III serves as the primary liaison to assigned departments, agencies and organizations to effectively coordinate financial operating and management policies, procedures and systems. The Assistant City Controller III will support the Controller's office in implementing process improvements, monitoring operational effectiveness, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations and policies.

The Assistant City Controller III duties will include but are not limited to:

• Prepares interim and annual financial statements, schedules, reports and related work papers.
• Prepares, reviews and reconciles assigned weekly and/or monthly financial statements.
• Recommends systems improvements and alternate accounting systems.
• Oversees financial record keeping and cost control systems.
• Supervises various complex accounting functions including financial analysis and financial statement preparation.
• Performs account analysis and prepares correcting journal entries as needed; reviews and submits journal entries for data entry.
• Maintains assigned accounting records and files.
• Provides necessary information and assists other departments in solving accounting problems.
• Acts as liaison to assigned departments, areas or agencies in handling financial activities, such as annual operating and capital budgets.
• Maintains, monitors and prepares monthly projections and analyzes daily budget activity and department objectives to prevent potential problems while conforming to administrative goals.
• Assists in resolving expenditure and revenue concerns by implementing alternative solutions.
• Gathers, analyzes, and interprets data related to operational performance, resource usage, and financial performance.
• Prepare detailed reports and dashboards to present findings, trends, and actionable insights to senior management, stakeholders, and decision-makers.
• Reviews and/or approves specific transfers, financial statements and departments'/agencies' requests and actions.
• Assists with implementation of revised management and financial operating procedures and systems.
• Assists with audits or evaluations of operational procedures and financial practices to confirm adherence to laws, standards, and best practices.
• Conducts surveys and research related to various management and financial policies and procedures.
• Assists with special projects and production of related management reports as assigned by the City Controller or designee.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is preferred.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Four years of professional accounting and/or auditing experience are required.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

None.

PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to candidates who can conduct in-depth analyses of city operations across various departments to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement. In addition, preference will be given to candidates with a track record of working with department heads to map and assess key operational processes, focusing on aligning them with budgetary constraints and organizational goals. An ideal candidate will be able to evaluate operational performance and make recommendations to enhance service delivery while optimizing resource utilization.

KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong leadership track record.
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work assignments.
• Exceptional verbal, written communication, and presentation skills.
• Use of appropriate written and verbal language and grammar with minimal errors.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to meet multiple demands and customer needs using a variety of methods and best practices while incorporating customer feedback.
• Experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office (e.g., Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat.

**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.**

GENERAL INFORMATION:

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION

No

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

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.