Assistant Controller
3 weeks ago
Houston First recognizes and appreciates the importance of cultivating an environment that nurtures talent; is equitable and values different perspectives and backgrounds; and, above all, is respectful to everyone.
We are in search of a dependable and meticulous Assistant Controller to aid in the preparation of financial statements that comply with regulatory and accounting standards. Under the supervision of our Controller, this position involves identifying and correcting discrepancies, as well as helping to implement efficient control systems. In partnership with the Controller, the role includes preparing and reviewing financial statements and reports for the entire Houston First group of companies. The Assistant Controller will also help oversee workflow and internal controls within the Finance & Administration department and across the organization.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Assures that proper accounting controls are in place and effective at maintaining appropriate fiscal stewardship of Houston First Corporations (HFC) resources
- Completes all assigned cyber fraud training within two weeks of assignment
- Assures that all staff supervised by this job title complete all assigned cyber fraud training within two weeks of assignment
- Supervises the monthly closing (both HFC and City’s Convention and Entertainment
- Facilities Department), review and post all the general ledger and consolidating entries
- Supervises and trains staff on revenue recording, which includes cash/check deposits, event deposits, and payment recording, dispute resolution of credit card charge backs and receivable collection
- Supervises invoicing of tenant, calculating/update rent amount based on the lease agreement and collecting rent payments
- Supervises and trains staff on all balance sheet account analysis and review, research, and correct errors on a monthly basis
- Supervises/leads the Capital Planning Process (annual and multi-year)
- Preparation of the annual financial report including statements and footnotes in accordance with GASB requirements
- Coordinates the external audit and acts as liaison for both HFC and the City’s Convention and Entertainment Facilities Department’s audits
- Assists with the preparation and review of various management reports including but not limited to MFOR, internal and external dashboards for HFC Accountability
- Reports and capital asset reports, and budget versus actual reports including the research of variances
- Assists with the preparation of the revenue budget for HFC and the City’s Convention and Entertainment Facilities Department (CEFD).
- In collaboration with the Controller, supervises the accounting (both revenue and expenditure) of the SB 1057 project
- Assists in maintaining the event booking system, monitors the GL mapping and GL download, trains staff on the system.
- Maintains the chart of accounts
- Maintains the ledger open /close calendars
- Assists with treasury functions, including managing cash balances of bank accounts.
- Stays current with accounting guidelines and publications (e.g., GASB) to assist with the identification and implementation of standards relevant to HFC
- Performs/gathers industry and/or market research to support the successful completion of duties/projects
- Supervises financial forecasting and spreadsheet modeling work including updates and reviews
- Other duties and special projects as needed
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
- 8 years experience in accounting (including financial statement preparation and auditing work experience), with 5 years overall in a supervisory role
- CPA designation preferred
- ERP system experience
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Office products such as Word and Excel
- Understand the ethical standards and need for the confidential use of information utilized in the execution of the duties.
- Counseling skills
- Effective communication including oral, written, and listening skills
- Ability to motivate the team to produce quality work in tight timeframes
- Effective communication skills, being clear and persuasive and when dealing with others in the organization
- Experience in Microsoft Dynamics preferred
- Experience in Ungerboeck event software preferred
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- No major sources of discomfort; normal office environment
- Extra hours may be required to meet deadlines during month and year end closings in addition to audits.
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