Assistant City Controller IV

Full Job Description

Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested

Division: Financial Reporting
Reporting Location: 901 Bagby, 5th Floor*
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm*
*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Under the guidance of the City Controller or designee, the Assistant City Controller IV performs specialized accounting procedures in the preparation, review, analysis and reconciliation of standard periodic financial reports and statements. In addition, the Assistant City Controller IV serves as the primary liaison to assigned departments, agencies and organizations to effectively coordinate financial operating and management policies, procedures and systems. The Assistant City Controller IV 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 IV duties and key responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR):

1. 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.
2. Assists with drafting notes to the financial statements, management discussion and analysis (MD&A), and required supplementary information (RSI).
3. Collaborates with accounting staff and auditors to provide documentation and resolve audit inquiries.
4. 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:

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

Financial Year-end:

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

Other:

1. Gather, analyze, and interpret data related to operational performance, resource usage, and financial performance.
2. Prepare detailed reports and dashboards to present findings, trends, and actionable insights to senior management, stakeholders, and decision-makers.
3. Reviews and/or approves specific transfers, financial statements and departments'/agencies' requests and actions.
4. Assists with implementation of revised management and financial operating procedures and systems.
5. Conducts surveys and research related to various management and financial policies and procedures.
6. Assists with special projects and production of related management reports as assigned by the City Controller or designee.

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

Requirements

EDUCATION
Requires 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
Six (6) years of professional audit-related experience is required with one (1) year in a lead auditor and/or audit supervisory capacity.

An advanced degree may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.

Qualifications

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

KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Advanced 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 Finance, 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 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
Department may administer skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION No

SALARY INFORMATION
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 27

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only 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.

If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-0350 (TTY 7-1-1).

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

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 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.