Senior Director

HARRIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 111,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris County Department of Education in Houston seeks a Senior Director to oversee the financial management operations, including grant accounting, financial reporting, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, fixed assets, and investments.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting, CPA or MBA preferred, 10 years accounting experience, and strong leadership to guide the Business Office and ensure compliance with all grant mandates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited university
• CPA or MBA preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead the coordination of annual audit and grant audits.
• Prepare and submit financial reports to funders (AFR/PAFR) timely.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets.
• Ensure compliance with local, state and federal grant mandates.
• Develop training materials for accounting processes.
• Collaborate with senior accountants to optimize business office operations.

Skills

Government accounting

Accounting software

Grant management

Cash flow management

Communication

Record keeping

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA or MBA preferred

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Senior Director

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Job Details

Job ID: 5853176

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

Oversee the financial management operations, including accounting of grant programs, financial reporting, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, investments and grant reporting..

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited university
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Masters of Business Administration preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Advanced technical knowledge of governmental accounting
• General knowledge of computer systems and software to support accounting and financial analysis
• Expertise with grant management and accounting, investments and cash flow management
• Ability to organize, prioritize and meet established deadlines
• Ability to communicate effectively and accurately (verbal and written)
• Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records
• Strong leadership skills including the ability to guide and grow future leaders

Experience:

• 10 years accounting experience
• Progressive growth in career trajectory

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Maintain confidentiality particularly in financial management related activities.
• Provide excellent customer service to all users regarding all business functions (accounting).
• Maintain complete and systematic records of accounting and documents and records.
• Be responsible for the preparation of reports required for financial reimbursements from grantor agencies after closing the month and before the 15th day of the month.
• Assist with the budgeting process as directed by the Chief Financial Officer
• Supervise the accounts payable process, the accounts receivable process, the payroll process, and the fixed asset process.
• Provide administration and budget managers with financial information as necessary.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state and federal grant mandates and requirements including local match requirements.
• Assist in developing training classes and materials for all accounting processes.
• Assist and review the preparation of the Annual Financial Report (AFR) and Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR).
• Prepare and submit the PAFR application and final PAFR to Chief Financial Officer for timely submission to GFOA
• Collaborate with the Senior Accountants for the efficient operation of the Business Office and effective use of staff.

Divisional Management

• Work cooperatively with principals, division managers and staff to define financial needs and conduct consultations annually.
• Establish and maintain a climate that demonstrates respect and dignity for all.

School Organizational Climate

• Implement business practices that promote collegiality, teamwork, and collaborative decisions.
• Facilitate two-way communication with staff, department employees, media, community, and the Board.

School Organizational Improvement

• Ensure that Business Office operations contribute to the attainment of department goals and objectives.

Accounting Department Operations

• Review and approve all journal entries into the financial records.
• Ensure that financial transactions are recorded in appropriate journals and subsidiary ledgers.
• Lead the coordination of the annual audit and any other financial, operational or grant audit.
• Prepare the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for the end of the year and annual management report and submit to GFOA and ASBO for review.
• Ensure the Department’s cash is adequately secured and collateralized; act as liaison with the depository bank.
• Review and approve all monthly investment and cash account reconciliations.
• Review and approve the monthly financial reports for the Board.
• Responsible for the Education Foundation of Harris County accounting and audit process.
• Ensure that all debt service payments are processed timely
• Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $111,403 to $133,416 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 6300 Irvington Blvd.
• Houston, Texas 77022
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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