Assistant City Controller III

Full Job Description

Applications accepted from: All Person Interested

Department: City Controller’s Office
Section: Operations Division
Reporting Location: 901 Bagby St., 5^th Floor
Workdays & Hours: M-F, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. * * Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Assistant City Controller III performs specialized accounting procedures in the preparation, review, analysis and reconciliation of standard periodic financial reports and statements. In addition, the Assistant City Controller III serves as a liaison to assigned departments, agencies and organizations to effectively assist in the coordination of financial operating and management policies, procedures and systems. The Assistant City Controller III will support the Controller's office in implementing process improvements, monitoring operational effectiveness, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations and policies.

The Assistant City Controller III duties and key responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR):

• Contributes to the preparation of the ACFR by compiling financial data, preparing supporting schedules, and ensuring the accuracy of fund-level and government-wide statements.
• Collaborates with departments and auditors to provide documentation and resolve audit inquiries.
• Ensures compliance with GASB standards and internal policies, and participates in internal reviews to ensure consistency and data integrity across all sections of the report

Monthly Financial Report:

• Prepares and analyzes the Monthly Financial Report by compiling revenue and expenditure data, performing budget-to-actual variance analysis, and monitoring fund performance.
• Coordinates with departments to gather updates and explanations for material variances, fiscal trends and insights reporting. Ensures data accuracy through account reconciliations and supports timely internal review.

Financial Year-end:

• Supports the financial year-end close process by preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and analyzing budget-to-actual performance.
• Coordinates with departments to ensure timely accruals and accurate reporting of financial activity.
• Provides documentation and responses to external auditors and contributes to audit preparedness by generating required schedules and addressing inquiries.
• Ensures compliance with applicable accounting standards and supports internal reporting and fund balance analysis during the year-end process.

Other:

• Gather, analyze, and interpret data related to operational performance, resource usage, and financial performance.
• Assists with specific transfers, financial statements and departments/agencies' requests and actions.
• Assists with the implementation of revised management and financial operating procedures and systems.
• Assists with special projects and production of related management reports as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc.

Requirements

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTSRequires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is preferred.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSFour years of professional accounting and/or auditing experience are required. LICENSE REQUIREMENTSNone

Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates with experience in government accounting, Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credentials, and familiarity with SAP systems.

KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of governmental accounting principles and compliance with GAAP and GASB standards
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work across departments, including coordination with Finance, Budget, Legal, and external auditors
• Proficiency in SAP, including trial balance review, journal entries, and account reconciliation
• Commitment to transparency, fiscal responsibility, and continuous improvement in public financial management
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present financial information to non-financial stakeholders
• Experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office (e.g., Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat.

**Preference shall also 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.**

Additional Information

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: NoneHowever, the department may administer a skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: NoIf yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATIONFactors 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: 25

APPLICATION PROCEDURESOnly online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period.

Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-0350.

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Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employment
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.