Financial Analyst

Harris County District Attorney’s Office; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris County District Attorney's Office in Houston, TX is seeking an Early Career Financial Specialist to manage and coordinate the Asset Forfeiture Division's financial and case-tracking operations. This full-time, hybrid position reports to the Division Chief and involves processing forfeiture funds, maintaining records, and supporting audits and auctions.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree and demonstrate exceptional organizational and communication skills, with prior finance or

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience in finance, banking, or related admin ops is beneficial.
• Strong organizational and communication abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee forfeiture operations from initial referral to final fund distribution.
• Coordinate financial transactions with institutions and track seized funds.
• Maintain the division's case-tracking database, reconcile monthly accounts, and prepare reports.
• Assist with audits and organize auctions of forfeited property, including check requests.
• Engage with law enforcement, attorneys, financial institutions, and other parties involved in forfeiture proceedings.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Financial Specialist | Harris County District Attorney's Office

The Tone:

This is a full-time role at Harris County District Attorney's Office, located in Houston, TX. The Harris County District Attorney's Office is a governmental organization dedicated to upholding justice and serving the public. This position is crucial for managing and coordinating the financial and case-tracking operations of its Asset Forfeiture Division, ensuring accurate processing and distribution of forfeited funds.

The TL;DR

• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid - Houston, TX
• Team: Reports directly to the Division Chief of the Asset Forfeiture Division.
• Mission: This person manages and coordinates the financial and case-tracking operations of the Asset Forfeiture Division, ensuring compliance and efficient fund distribution.

What You'll Actually Do

• Manage Forfeiture Operations: Oversee the administrative processing of asset forfeiture cases from the initial referral by law enforcement through the final distribution of forfeited funds.
• Process Financial Transactions: Coordinate with financial institutions, track seized funds, and process the distribution of forfeited funds in accordance with court judgments and settlement agreements.
• Maintain Records & Reporting: Manage the Division's case-tracking database, maintain accurate case and financial records, perform monthly account reconciliations, and prepare financial and operational reports.
• Support Audits & Auctions: Assist with state and federal audits, and help organize and produce auctions of forfeited property, including preparing check requests associated with auctioned property cases.
• Coordinate Communications: Engage frequently with law enforcement agencies, attorneys, financial institutions, and other parties involved in forfeiture proceedings.

The Must-Haves

• Background: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Career level: Entry-Level.
• Experience: No specific years required; prior experience in finance, banking, or related administrative operations is beneficial.
• Skills: Exceptional organizational skills, strong attention to detail, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities accurately and efficiently.
• Bonus: Previous experience in finance, banking, or related administrative operations.