Financial Analyst II

City of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Houston is seeking a Finance Specialist in the Administrative Service Division to manage Accounts Receivable, revenue, billing, cash management, and financial reporting for the department. The role requires strong knowledge of financial operations, internal controls, and SAP recording of revenue transactions.

Responsibilities include occupancy billing, forecasting, monthly reports, journal entries, and year-end accruals, with a focus on accuracy and adherence to city policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field.
• One year of professional experience in finance, economics, budget analysis or a closely related field.
• Substitutions: experience may substitute for education per policy.

Responsibilities

• Manage departmental Accounts Receivable, revenue, billing, cash management, and financial reporting operations.
• Oversee occupancy and lease billing, revenue forecasting, budget projections, and monthly financial reporting.
• Analyze financial reports and transactions to identify discrepancies, trends, risks, and opportunities for corrective action.
• Review and validate financial data for grant receivables, ACH payments, deposits, and other revenue transactions to ensure accurate and timely SAP recording.
• Perform year-end accruals and reversals to ensure revenue is properly recognized in the appropriate fiscal year.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of accounting records through the review, preparation, and verification of financial transactions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Prepare, review, and process journal entries related to cash receipts, ACH payments, deposits, fund transfers, chargebacks, online refunds, and revenue adjustments.
• Provide financial guidance and support for special projects, process improvements, and other departmental initiatives as assigned.

Skills

SAP knowledge

Accounts receivable

Revenue management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Administration

Tools

SAP

Job description

Division: Administrative Service Division

Section: Business Management - Account Receivable

Location: 8000 N Stadium Dr, Houston, TX 77054

Workdays & Hours: Monday – Friday 8am-5pm*

Subject to change.

Description Of Duties/Essential Functions

Manages and coordinates key Accounts Receivable, revenue, billing, cash management, and financial reporting activities for the department. This role requires strong knowledge of financial operations, accounting principles, internal controls, and departmental revenue processes.

Duties Include The Following

• Manage departmental Accounts Receivable, revenue, billing, cash management, and financial reporting operations.
• Oversee occupancy and lease billing, revenue forecasting, budget projections, and monthly financial reporting.
• Analyze financial reports and transactions to identify discrepancies, trends, risks, and opportunities for corrective action.
• Review and validate financial data for grant receivables, ACH payments, deposits, and other revenue transactions to ensure accurate and timely SAP recording.
• Perform year-end accruals and reversals to ensure revenue is properly recognized in the appropriate fiscal year.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of accounting records through the review, preparation, and verification of financial transactions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Prepare, review, and process journal entries related to cash receipts, ACH payments, deposits, fund transfers, chargebacks, online refunds, and revenue adjustments.
• Provide financial guidance and support for special projects, process improvements, and other departmental initiatives as assigned.

Working Conditions

The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less‑than‑optimal temperature and air conditions. The position may involve dealing with modestly unpleasant situations, as with occasional exposure to office chemicals and/or extensive use of a video display terminal.

Minimum Requirements

Educational Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field.

Experience Requirements

One (1) year of professional experience in finance, economics, budget analysis or a closely related field are required.

Substitutions: Five years of pertinent professional or para‑professional experience may substitute for the education requirement. An Associate’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field and three years of pertinent professional or para‑professional experience may substitute for the education requirement. A Master’s degree in a field directly related to the job may be substituted for the above experience requirement.

License Requirements

Requires a valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving (AP 2-2).

Preferences

• 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.*
• Working knowledge of the SAP financial system
• Familiarity with processing financial transactions
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Highly detailed oriented

General Information

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED None

However, the department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.

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.

Salary Information General

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade 18

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.