Financial Coordinator

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Houston, TX
Job Type: Regular Full-time
Job Number: 17055
Department: Engineering Department
Opening Date: 07/31/2026
Closing Date: 8/10/2026 11:59 PM Central


Position Description
The Financial Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and supporting the department's day-to-day financial operations. This position provides operational, financial, and administrative support to ensure the efficient coordination and day-to-day operations of the department, and assists with budget administration, financial reporting, invoice processing, reconciliations, procurement coordination, and monitoring expenditures to ensure compliance with County policies and applicable financial regulations. The Financial Coordinator works closely with department leadership, Finance, Procurement, and other County departments to maintain accurate financial records and support sound fiscal management.
Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate the department's daily financial activities, including budget tracking, expenditure monitoring, and financial record maintenance.
• Assist in preparing, monitoring, and maintaining departmental budgets throughout the fiscal year.
• Review invoices, payment requests, and purchasing documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with County policies.
• Monitor expenditures against approved budgets and identify potential variances.
• Prepare routine financial reports, budget summaries, and expenditure analyses for management.
• Coordinate purchase requisitions, purchase orders, contract payments, and procurement-related financial documentation.
• Maintain financial records, databases, and supporting documentation in accordance with County record retention requirements.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reconciliations.
• Support budget development and year-end closing activities.
• Coordinate responses to internal and external audit requests by gathering financial documentation and supporting records.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and County financial policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, Procurement, and departmental staff to resolve financial and budget-related issues.
• Assist management with special financial projects and operational initiatives as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Public Administration, or a related field.

Experience

• Two (2) years of experience in financial coordination, budgeting, accounting, purchasing, accounts payable, or related financial operations.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of governmental accounting principles and financial procedures.
• Knowledge of budget administration and expenditure tracking.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Ability to analyze financial information and identify discrepancies.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments while meeting deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to maintain confidential financial information.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Emergency Deployment & Continuity of Operations Requirement:

In accordance with Harris County's Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) Policy, this position is subject to emergency response and deployment protocols. The employee may be designated as supporting a Mission Essential Function (MEF) and must:

• Participate in the classification process of departmental staff based on MEF responsibilities.
• Be available for temporary deployment to an alternative work location, role, or telework assignment during emergency events.
• Confirm work assignments with their supervisor prior to reporting to any worksite during such events.
• Remain flexible in assuming alternative duties as directed to support County operations continuity.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

General Information


Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Full-Time | Regular | 40 hours per week
• Monday - Friday
• Subject to occasional early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays depending on departmental operational needs.

Location

• 1111 Fannin Street
• Houston, Texas 77002

Salary

• Commensurate with qualifications and experience, based on 26 pay periods.

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards. Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.
The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:
Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Wellness Plan
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
• Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
• One (1) floating holiday per year
• Paid Parental Leave*
• Sick Leave

Retirement Savings Benefit

• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:

• Professional learning & development opportunities
• Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
• Flexible work schedule*
• METRO RideSponsor Program*

* Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website:
01


Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position?Qualifying information must be documented in the Education section of your application.

• High School or GED diploma
• Associate Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher
• None of the above

02


If you selected a college degree in response to the previous question, which of the following best describes your major?

• Finance
• Accounting
• Business Administration
• Economics
• Public Administration
• related field.

03


How many years of experience do you have in financial coordination, budgeting, accounting, purchasing, accounts payable, or related financial operations?

• less than a year
• 1 - 2 years
• 2 or more years

Required Question