Accounting & Audit Manager at Gulf Coast Authority in Houston, TX

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1.0 Job Summary

This position oversees the Authority's general accounting, payroll, and financial reporting functions and participates, directly and indirectly, in all fiscal operations. The incumbent exercises independent judgment in determining methods and approaches to complete assignments, with general direction provided as needed.

This position must adapt to changing operating environments, reporting requirements, internal procedures, and business practices. The position supervises, mentors, and develops a small accounting team and reports directly to the Finance Director.

2.0 Typical Duties and Responsibilities

2.1 Responsible for account management, supervision and review of day-to-day accounting functions including payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash receipts, and other general accounting operations.

2.2 Responsible for cash management and reconciliation of all banking accounts.

2.3 Responsible for reconciling General Ledger monthly to ensure accuracy of posting. Ledger accounts include but are not limited to receivables, payroll, payables, banking petty cash, transfer accounts, and other general ledger accounts as related to the audit. The reconciliation process may be

performed in collaboration with the Financial Administrator for accounts related to capital assets,

capital projects, and other associated general ledger accounts.

2.4 Provide timely and accurate information in response to internal and external inquiries.

2.5 Function as subject matter expert to GCA Executive Team and Managers on financial matters,

systems, and compliance.

2.6 Responsible for the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing process and ensure consistent, timely, accurate month-end close within a 20-30 business day timeline.

2.7 Responsible for providing internal reporting to Financial Director and Senior Management monthly or as otherwise requested.

2.8 Responsible for work relating to both internal and external audits in the periodic review of the

Authority’s financial records.

2.9 Serve as Auditor’s first point of contact throughout Audit process and responsible for assisting the auditors with preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). Responsible for compliance with reporting requirements and audit findings

2.10 Responsible for coordinating the preparation of annual financial reports with the Finance Director and Senior Management for presentation to the GCA Board of Directors, including the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), interim financial reports, annual reports, and other reports as requested. Responsible for completing all subsequent ACFR filing requirements following final approval for publication, presentation, and acceptance by the Board.

2.11 Review work associated with the Financial Administrator which includes, but not limited to capital assets, capital project accounting, debt management, investment reconciliation, variance billings (true-up), and general ledger reconciliations as it relates to the associated accounts.

2.12 Assist in quarterly financial reporting with the Financial Director and Senior Management in preparation for presentation to GCA Board of Directors.

2.13 Assist in Financial Director and Senior Management in preliminary selection of Auditor and recommendation to GCA Board Budget/Audit Committee. Serve as backup to the Financial Director in presentation to the Board Committee/Board on all reporting matters.

2.14 Assist the Financial Director in preparing the General Fund Budget, as necessary.

2.15 Assist Financial Director in matters related to GCA bond programs, as necessary.

2.16 Assist Financial Director with ongoing compliance with arbitrage and continuing disclosure requirements (bond management).

2.17 Assist Financial Director in providing general administrative support on financial policy and related issues and concerns. Includes reviewing, creating, and updating financial policies as needed. 2.18 Assist Financial Director in matters related to GCA investment policies, as necessary.

2.19 Responsible for the preparation of Board Agenda items, attend Board Meetings and make presentations to the Board on areas of responsibility. Serve as backup to the Financial Director.

2.20 Responsible for billing the appropriate participants for reimbursement of costs associated with the landfill letter of credit. Prepares the annual adjustment to the landfill letter of credit, including all required calculations, supporting documentation, and regulatory filings, as necessary.

2.21 Responsible for managing the Internal Service Funds for the Employees' Health Care Fund, Compensated Absences Fund, and Pretreatment Legislation Fund. Reviews and monitors of the Internal Service Funds related to the Casualty Insurance Risk Reserve Fund, Computer and Network Services Fund, and Equipment Services Fund to ensure accuracy, compliance, and proper financial reporting.

2.22 Assist with Senior Management, HR Director, Safety Director on financial aspects and impacts of Employee Benefit programs and Risk Management/insurance programs.

2.23 Provide administrative support in disaster accounting related to FEMA grants/funding and reporting FEMA-related filings.

2.24 Assist Financial Director, Senior Management, HR and IT in the implementation of new ERP authority-wide system and associated upgrades. Responsible for identifying and communicating Accounting and Payroll transition matters.

2.25 Support and oversee intercompany accounting across multiple facilities.

2.26 Review and approve balance sheet reconciliations and accruals.

2.27 Ability to recognize and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

2.28 Perform any related finance and accounting duties, as required.

2.29 Assist/perform special projects as assigned by Financial Director.

3.0 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

3.1 Sound knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental

Accounting Standards Board (GASB).

3.2 Must be very detailed and deadline oriented.

3.3 Ability to read various accounting publications, contracts, correspondence, newsletters, published financial reports and technical manuals.

3.4 Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

3.5 Possess a strong aptitude and ability in the use of computer software applications including

intermediate to advanced level Microsoft Excel skills.

3.6 Must have excellent internal and external customer service skills.

3.7 Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers.

3.8 Ability to work collaboratively across departmental functions.

3.9 Ability to interpret and analyze complex financial transactions.

3.10 Prepare timely accurate financial statements and reports and analysis.

3.11 Communicate effectively with GCA employees, customers, and facility participants.

3.12 Working knowledge of GASB and FASB statements and accepted governmental practices including governmental fund accounting.

4.0 Environmental conditions

4.1 Work is performed primarily indoors in an office environment but may be also required outside of the formal workplace.

4.2 Work requires the ability to work odd hours outside of the traditional 8:00am-5:00pm schedule

including evenings and weekends.

4.3 Work requires the ability and willingness to travel locally, statewide, nationally, and possibly even

internationally in support of GCA business and the Board of Directors, including attendance at

conferences, and always as a representative of the organization.

4.4 Work requires the ability to safely and responsibly operate a vehicle and other GCA office equipment.

4.5 Be responsive and available in emergency situations.

5.0 Education, certification, and experience required

5.1 Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university.

5.2 Five-ten years of experience in professional accounting, with preference given to governmental

accounting experience.

5.3 Prior experience supervising or managing team members required.

5.4 Public accounting background strongly preferred (CIA, GCFO, CPA or CPA-eligible a plus.

5.5 Experience with accounting applications, payroll procedures and practices, governmental

procurement practice and applicable federal and state laws are a plus.

5.6 Strong understanding of month-end close processes, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and accrual accounting and experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems is required; Workday experience is preferred.

5.7 Possess and maintain a valid Class “C” driver’s license and meet vehicle insurance carrier

requirements for insurability.

6.0 Physical requirements

6.1 On-site position requiring presence at GCA’s Central Office and travel to remote locations, as

required.

6.2 Ability to sit for extended periods while performing various job functions such as operation of PC, reading, writing.

6.3 Ability to occasionally stand, walk, kneel, crouch/stoop, squat, and twist upper body while performing tasks such as working with files and moving around office.

6.4 Ability to grasp with hands and manipulate office equipment such as computer keyboard, mouse, calculator, telephone, and supplies such as books, filing boxes, paper and pencils.

6.5 Work is conducted primarily indoors.

6.6 Work involves performing job duties under tight deadlines.

6.7 Work non-standard workdays and extended hours as necessary.

6.8 Ability to wear required PPE in designated work areas.

7.0 Summary

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, and physical demands required of personnel so classified. Holding people assigned to this or any job to expectations described herein does not constitute harassment in any form.

Revised 07/23/2026

Salary Range $94,348.80 - $121,492.80

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