Budget & Financial Operations Coordinator

Office of the County Engineer; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental insurance.

Wellness programs

Professional development opportunities

Flexible spending accounts

457 deferred compensation plans

Retirement pension (TCDRS)

Transportation assistance

Job summary

Harris County is seeking a Financial Coordinator to support day-to-day financial operations, budgets, and reporting. The role collaborates with Finance, Procurement, and other County departments to maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with policies.

The position involves processing invoices, monitoring expenditures, assisting with reconciliations, and supporting year-end closing activities. Strong Excel and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Two (2) years of experience in financial coordination, budgeting, accounting, purchasing, accounts payable, or related financial operations.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the department's daily financial activities, including budget tracking, expenditure monitoring, and financial record maintenance.
• Assist in preparing, monitoring, and maintaining departmental budgets throughout the fiscal year.
• Review invoices, payment requests, and purchasing documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with County policies.
• Monitor expenditures against approved budgets and identify potential variances.
• Prepare routine financial reports, budget summaries, and expenditure analyses for management.
• Coordinate purchase requisitions, purchase orders, contract payments, and procurement-related financial documentation.
• Maintain financial records, databases, and supporting documentation in accordance with County record retention requirements.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reconciliations.
• Support budget development and year-end closing activities.
• Coordinate responses to internal and external audit requests by gathering financial documentation and supporting records.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and County financial policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, Procurement, and departmental staff to resolve financial and budget-related issues.
• Assist management with special financial projects and operational initiatives as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Govt accounting principles

Budget administration

Excel proficiency

Financial analysis

Time management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Stakeholder relations

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Harris County is seeking a Financial Coordinator to support day-to-day financial operations, budgets, and reporting. The role collaborates with Finance, Procurement, and other County departments to maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with policies.

The position involves processing invoices, monitoring expenditures, assisting with reconciliations, and supporting year-end closing activities. Strong Excel and organizational skills are essential.