Senior City Controller, Financial Reporting & Compliance

City of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Houston is seeking an experienced Assistant City Controller IV to oversee accounting procedures, prepare financial reports, and coordinate with departments to ensure compliance with GASB standards.

You will lead the ACFR and monthly reporting, implement process improvements, and act as liaison to auditors, emphasizing accuracy, transparency, and robust public financial management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field.
• Six years of professional accounting and/or auditing experience required.
• CPA or CIA credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation, review, analysis and reconciliation of standard financial reports and statements.
• Serve as liaison to departments to coordinate financial policies and systems.
• Support implementation of process improvements and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Prepare ACFR notes, MD&A, RSI and related schedules with auditors.
• Coordinate monthly financial reporting, including variances and trend analysis.
• Support year-end close with journal entries and reconciliations.

Skills

GAAP & GASB expertise

Cross-department collaboration

SAP Finance

Communication skills

MS Office & Acrobat

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

CPA or CIA preferred

Tools

SAP Finance system

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The City of Houston is seeking an experienced Assistant City Controller IV to oversee accounting procedures, prepare financial reports, and coordinate with departments to ensure compliance with GASB standards.

You will lead the ACFR and monthly reporting, implement process improvements, and act as liaison to auditors, emphasizing accuracy, transparency, and robust public financial management.