City of Katy
Controller
Summary: Responsible for the day-to-day management of all accounting, auditing, financial reporting, and internal control systems of the City. Supervises and directs finance and accounting projects. Supervise personnel engaged in governmental accounting activities, financial statements, grants, fixed assets, accounts payable and payroll. Develop and implement accounting and internal control policy for all programs and activities to ensure legal compliance, best practices and understanding of implications of all policy decisions. Examples Of Essential Duties: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Oversees and participates in the operations of the Accounting Division including general ledger reconciliation, financial reporting, budgeting, grant reporting and auditing; efficient administration of all City funds. Assists in the review, design and implementation of Financial/Accounting policies and procedures to ensure accounting and financial reporting comply with generally accepted accounting principles and/or best practices. Establish, monitor, and administer internal control procedures. Protect assets and administer the financial activities of the City within a system of adequate internal controls. Establish and oversee assigned services; determine and recommend appropriate staffing and other resource levels; monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; allocate resources accordingly. Assist Finance Director in preparing monthly/quarterly financial statements to City Council. Prepares and updates financial schedules and tables for official statements; and prepares, updates, and assists with the preparation of financial disclosure reports to appropriate entities. Monitor and ensure compliance with state and federal law, GAAP and GASB regulations governing municipal accounting activities and reporting which results in reliable accounting information in the City's financial system. Coordinate, plan and prepare for annual audit including communicating with City departments, obtaining statistical data, interfacing with external auditors as the primary contact. Perform complex research and analysis to identify and resolve accounting problems, ensuring compliance with established accounting standards and procedures. Solicite, analyze, and compile responses to the external auditors' management letters; and conduct follow-up to ensure implementation. Assist with preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) and the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) award program requirements, which includes responding to technical questions from external auditors. Review accounting activities, transactions, and reconciliations, and initiate and/or implement corrective actions to resolve discrepancies and correct errors. Interpret and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local law by researching existing and new legislation, consulting with outside advisors, and filing financial reports. Advises the Finance Director of actions and potential risks. Coordinate and monitor workflow to ensure timely completion of all accounting functions, including A/P, fixed assets, bank reconciliations, and accounting transactions. Manage, train, and develop staff, prepare and conduct staff evaluations, assign work within the accounting function and resolve complex accounting issues. Attend and participate in professional meetings, seminars and conferences to stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of municipal financial management and emerging technology. Attend departmental staff meetings and provide training as needed to ensure continuous communication flow between Accounting and City departments. Maintain open lines of communication with supervisor, co-workers, and staff. Coordinate programs and services with, and provides staff support to, various committees and advisory boards. Serves as the Finance Department's subject matter expert with respect to financial software, documents, policies, procedures, and guidelines. Develop, coordinate and maintain relationships with the public, outside agencies, consultants and other City departments. This would include Financial Advisors, Banking and other contractors. Monitor/review contracts for accounting services. Coordinate with City's external Financial Advisors, Banking, Contractors. Ensure timely reporting to Federal, State and Local entities that may be required by law or grantees. This position is considered Critical Personnel during a natural or manmade disaster and/or a catastrophic event. This position may be required to provide services or perform duties for the benefit of the public and the continuity of City operations. These may include services or duties different from those performed in the usual course and scope of this position. For purposes of business continuity, employees in this position are considered Essential Critical Infrastructure Workers, as defined by the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). Participates as a member of the Emergency Management Team. Performs other duties assigned by the Finance Director. Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in the Department and City attendance policies and procedures; ensures all behaviors comply with the City's Personnel Rules and Regulations. Minimum Qualifications: Education, Training and Experience Guidelines: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university, Accounting or related field preferred
Four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in accounting/auditing, Government Fund Accounting preferred
At least two (2) years of financial reporting responsibility. Knowledge of: Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management. Knowledge of theory, principles and practices of Governmental Accounting and Auditing Standards. (GASB, GAAP and GAAFR) Knowledge of guidelines, schedules during audit for the completion of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). Knowledge of cash management and investment principles and practices in accordance with local, State and Federal laws. Knowledge of record keeping requirements of State and Federal entities. Knowledge of accounting theory, principles, and practices and their application to a wide variety of accounting transactions and problems in a municipal government. Knowledge of the functionality of complex accounting systems. Knowledge of Federal requirements to administer Federal Grants and obtain compliance approval through the single audit process. Knowledge of compliance issuance with Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA). Knowledge of general operations of all City services. Budget preparation, management and reporting. Skill in: Analysis and problem solving. Organization, time management, and prioritization. Computers and applicable software. Interpersonal relations. Ability to: Direct departmental programs. Must possess qualities of leadership, initiative, and the abilities to make decisions. Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. Analyze and interpret financial and accounting records and reports. Interpret and apply GAAP and GASB pronouncements. Manage deadline requirements. Execute and integrate complex financial analyses. Deliver Council and senior management level presentations. Supervise, motivate, and evaluate the work of subordinates. Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports. Interpret and apply applicable Federal, State, and local policies, laws and regulations. Apply professional accounting principles, knowledge, and experience. Establish and maintain effective working relationships. Move away from traditional systems, foster change, develop new work processes and remain open-minded. License and Certification Requirements: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) or Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO), preferred, or working towards. Physical Demands and Working Environment: Work is performed in a standard office environment. The City of Katy is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities and Amendments Act and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Summary: Responsible for the day-to-day management of all accounting, auditing, financial reporting, and internal control systems of the City. Supervises and directs finance and accounting projects. Supervise personnel engaged in governmental accounting activities, financial statements, grants, fixed assets, accounts payable and payroll. Develop and implement accounting and internal control policy for all programs and activities to ensure legal compliance, best practices and understanding of implications of all policy decisions. Examples Of Essential Duties: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Oversees and participates in the operations of the Accounting Division including general ledger reconciliation, financial reporting, budgeting, grant reporting and auditing; efficient administration of all City funds. Assists in the review, design and implementation of Financial/Accounting policies and procedures to ensure accounting and financial reporting comply with generally accepted accounting principles and/or best practices. Establish, monitor, and administer internal control procedures. Protect assets and administer the financial activities of the City within a system of adequate internal controls. Establish and oversee assigned services; determine and recommend appropriate staffing and other resource levels; monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; allocate resources accordingly. Assist Finance Director in preparing monthly/quarterly financial statements to City Council. Prepares and updates financial schedules and tables for official statements; and prepares, updates, and assists with the preparation of financial disclosure reports to appropriate entities. Monitor and ensure compliance with state and federal law, GAAP and GASB regulations governing municipal accounting activities and reporting which results in reliable accounting information in the City's financial system. Coordinate, plan and prepare for annual audit including communicating with City departments, obtaining statistical data, interfacing with external auditors as the primary contact. Perform complex research and analysis to identify and resolve accounting problems, ensuring compliance with established accounting standards and procedures. Solicite, analyze, and compile responses to the external auditors' management letters; and conduct follow-up to ensure implementation. Assist with preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) and the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) award program requirements, which includes responding to technical questions from external auditors. Review accounting activities, transactions, and reconciliations, and initiate and/or implement corrective actions to resolve discrepancies and correct errors. Interpret and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local law by researching existing and new legislation, consulting with outside advisors, and filing financial reports. Advises the Finance Director of actions and potential risks. Coordinate and monitor workflow to ensure timely completion of all accounting functions, including A/P, fixed assets, bank reconciliations, and accounting transactions. Manage, train, and develop staff, prepare and conduct staff evaluations, assign work within the accounting function and resolve complex accounting issues. Attend and participate in professional meetings, seminars and conferences to stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of municipal financial management and emerging technology. Attend departmental staff meetings and provide training as needed to ensure continuous communication flow between Accounting and City departments. Maintain open lines of communication with supervisor, co-workers, and staff. Coordinate programs and services with, and provides staff support to, various committees and advisory boards. Serves as the Finance Department's subject matter expert with respect to financial software, documents, policies, procedures, and guidelines. Develop, coordinate and maintain relationships with the public, outside agencies, consultants and other City departments. This would include Financial Advisors, Banking and other contractors. Monitor/review contracts for accounting services. Coordinate with City's external Financial Advisors, Banking, Contractors. Ensure timely reporting to Federal, State and Local entities that may be required by law or grantees. This position is considered Critical Personnel during a natural or manmade disaster and/or a catastrophic event. This position may be required to provide services or perform duties for the benefit of the public and the continuity of City operations. These may include services or duties different from those performed in the usual course and scope of this position. For purposes of business continuity, employees in this position are considered Essential Critical Infrastructure Workers, as defined by the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). Participates as a member of the Emergency Management Team. Performs other duties assigned by the Finance Director. Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in the Department and City attendance policies and procedures; ensures all behaviors comply with the City's Personnel Rules and Regulations. Minimum Qualifications: Education, Training and Experience Guidelines: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university, Accounting or related field preferred
Four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in accounting/auditing, Government Fund Accounting preferred
At least two (2) years of financial reporting responsibility. Knowledge of: Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management. Knowledge of theory, principles and practices of Governmental Accounting and Auditing Standards. (GASB, GAAP and GAAFR) Knowledge of guidelines, schedules during audit for the completion of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). Knowledge of cash management and investment principles and practices in accordance with local, State and Federal laws. Knowledge of record keeping requirements of State and Federal entities. Knowledge of accounting theory, principles, and practices and their application to a wide variety of accounting transactions and problems in a municipal government. Knowledge of the functionality of complex accounting systems. Knowledge of Federal requirements to administer Federal Grants and obtain compliance approval through the single audit process. Knowledge of compliance issuance with Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA). Knowledge of general operations of all City services. Budget preparation, management and reporting. Skill in: Analysis and problem solving. Organization, time management, and prioritization. Computers and applicable software. Interpersonal relations. Ability to: Direct departmental programs. Must possess qualities of leadership, initiative, and the abilities to make decisions. Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. Analyze and interpret financial and accounting records and reports. Interpret and apply GAAP and GASB pronouncements. Manage deadline requirements. Execute and integrate complex financial analyses. Deliver Council and senior management level presentations. Supervise, motivate, and evaluate the work of subordinates. Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports. Interpret and apply applicable Federal, State, and local policies, laws and regulations. Apply professional accounting principles, knowledge, and experience. Establish and maintain effective working relationships. Move away from traditional systems, foster change, develop new work processes and remain open-minded. License and Certification Requirements: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) or Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO), preferred, or working towards. Physical Demands and Working Environment: Work is performed in a standard office environment. The City of Katy is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities and Amendments Act and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.