Financial Analyst IV - Accounts Payable (FRO)

Full Job Description

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Job Classification: FINANCIAL ANALYST IV – Accounts Payable
Division: Financial Reporting & Operations
Section: Accounts Payable
Reporting Location: 611 Walker Street
Workdays & Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm *Subject to Change*

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviews and processes invoices, vouchers, department bills, journal vouchers, purchase orders, etc., for submission to the Controller's office.
• Research problems with invoices to expedite payment of bills.
• Measures, compiles, and analyzes metrics to assist in citywide central services accounts payable activities.
• Analyzes and reconciles daily and monthly expenditures reports.
• Maintains proper control and procedures in processing accounting transactions.
• Research problems and/or management inquiries associated with posting transactions to the City's automated financial accounting system.
• Acts as a liaison to external agencies and organizations to provide assistance in handling inquiries, complaints, or problem areas.
• Researches and responds to internal and external customer inquiries regarding the payment of invoices, payment of employee reimbursements or status of vendor setup requests.
• Provides support to departments and divisions on issues related to processing payments and chargebacks.
• Performs Journal Corrections.
• Reviews and ensures appropriate signature approvals on document.
• Assists with our special accounting projects or other duties as assigned.

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

Requirements

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Four years of professional experience in finance, economics, budget analysis or a closely related field.

A Master’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting or a closely related field may be substituted for two years of the experience requirement.

Experience cannot be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree requirement.

MINIMUM LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None

Qualifications

Preferences will be given to candidates with familiarity with vendor management, medical billing and coding; HIPAA rules and patient privacy is a plus. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to details and accuracy and candidates who are independent thinker with a strong work ethic and internal motivation.

**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
None; however, the department may administer, and the applicant must successfully complete a skills-assessment relevant to job description.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: No
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing if a promotional position; candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

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. The salary range is:

Pay Grade: 25

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) 393-6051.

If you need special services or accommodations, call (832) 393-6051. (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.