Senior Finance & Compliance Coordinator

Houston-Galveston Area Council; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Houston-Galveston Area Council seeks a contract compliance professional to oversee Transportation Department invoice documentation and ensure adherence to 2 CFR 200 and related funding regulations.

You will monitor regulatory requirements, assist with audits, and maintain tracking databases while safeguarding sensitive information. A Bachelor's degree and 5 years of relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an applicable field.
• 5 years of experience with local government, nonprofit programs, or related duties.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for Transportation Department contract invoice documentation compliance with 2 CFR 200 and other federal funding regulations
• Works under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for initiative and independent judgement
• Research applicable regulations, policies, grant requirements, and procedures
• Monitor compliance with federal, state, local, contractual and organization requirements
• Provide guidance and assist with internal monitoring, audits, reviews and external compliance assessments
• Ensure contract compliance, assisting program managers and project managers with contract needs, reporting and invoice compliance
• Maintain tracking spreadsheets and databases related to compliance activities
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive organizational and financial information
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Working under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

SharePoint

Adobe

Job description

About Houston-Galveston Area Council

The Houston-Galveston Area Council is one of the largest regional planning commissions in the country with a diverse service area of 13 counties and more than7million people. We are the pulse of our region addressing issues that cross city limits and county lines every single day.

We make decisions that affect our transportation system, ensure the safety and well-being of our seniors, connect people to jobs, help families recover from natural disasters, preserve water quality for our children, and so much more. We work to make the region a great place to live, work, and thrive.

What will I bedoing?

• Responsible for Transportation Department contract invoice documentation compliance with 2 CFR 200 and other federal funding regulations
• Works under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.
• Research applicable regulations, policies, grant requirements, and procedures
• Monitor compliance with federal, state, local, contractual and organization requirements
• Provide guidance and assist with internal monitoring, audits, reviews and external compliance assessments
• Ensure contract compliance, assisting program managers and project managers with contract needs, reporting and invoice compliance
• Maintain tracking spreadsheets and databases related to compliance activities
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive organizational and financial information
• Perform other duties as assigned

KeyQualifications

• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, follow through on commitments, and meet deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft office applications, particularly in Excel, SharePoint and Adobe to edit functions for task tracking and communicating with external funders
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure, under tight deadlines and manage conflicting priorities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and coordinate effectively across functional areas

Do you have…

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable academic discipline orrelatedfield of study
• 5years of experienceworking with local government, nonprofit programs, school or in job related duties

Salary Range: $68,000.00 to $85,000.00

All employees of H-GAC are required to reside within the agency’s region of service to support our commitment to excellence in service of our region.

H-GAC is an equal opportunity/ADA employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or protected veteran status.