Staff Analyst FRO - Accounts Receivable

Job Description:

Staff Analyst FRO - Accounts Receivable

Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Job Classification: Staff Analyst
Division: Financial Reporting & Operations
Reporting Location: 611 Walker Street
Workdays & Hours: MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM* *Subject to Change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Serve as primary support to management in the Financial Reporting & Operations Division.

• Supervise staff that processes the activities of Accounts Receivable
• Manage the various revenue streams within each department (including incoming mail, shared mailboxes, etc)
• Oversee departmental transactions for cash deposits, recording, and tracking of bank deposits
• Review and oversee various accounting transactions pertaining to AR, ie. Invoices, refunds, petty cash, requisitions, purchase orders, etc.
• Review and post daily journal entry input (including cash receipts, returned items, chargebacks, revenue transfers) and reconciliations to record financial activities
• Review financial transactions including research and analysis of financial accounting and operating activities
• Monitor cost center expenditures and general ledger accounts functions such as reconciliation, journal entries and data analysis
• Coordinates and prepares financial transactions and management reports, such as monthly projections, annual projections, journal entries, audit responses, and TPIA requests
• Acts as a liaison to departments, internal/external agencies, and organizations to provide assistance in handling inquiries, complaints or problem areas for the various revenue streams
• Develop various management reports for implementation
• Ensure compliance with the departmental operations, policies, and procedures with regards to financial and governmental accounting. Revise and update procedures as needed
• Perform various administrative tasks such as creating HEAR plans/assessments, creating SOPs, approving timecards, and performing coaching
• Perform other duties as requested by division and department management

WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort in a normal office environment.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

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

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Three years of professional experience in finance, economics, budget analysis or a closely related field are required.

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

Professional experience related to the type of work to be performed may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS : None

PREFERENCES

Preferences will be given to individuals that have strong financial, accounting, analytical and problem-solving skills, with verifiable expertise in general ledger analysis, reconciliations, and financial reporting. Attention to details and accuracy and candidates who are independent thinkers 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.**

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
The department will 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.

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 posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov or call (832)393-6051.

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

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

Closing Date/Time: 3/23/2026 11:59 PM Central

Salary:

$3,300.00 - $4,038.00 Biweekly