Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant Harris County Department of Education BUSINESS SERVICES - Houston, Texas This job is also posted in HARRIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Job Details Job ID: 5690050 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: May 04, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description Primary Purpose: Responsible for the preparation, review and accuracy of payroll, accounting and general ledger processes. Qualifications: Education/Certification: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business related field from an accredited university Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of office procedures and practices Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) using proper English grammar Ability to effectively utilize computers, operate calculator and other office equipment as required Ability to work with numbers in an accurate and rapid mannerAbility to organize, prioritize and meet established deadlines Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records Experience: Five years accounting experience Major Responsibilities and Duties: Supervise payroll, accounts payable, and general accounting functions. Provide excellent customer services to all users regarding all business functions (accounting, accounts payable, and payroll). Maintain complete and systematic records of financial transactions for HCDE. Ensure that financial transactions are recorded in appropriate journals and subsidiary ledgers. Maintain physical and computerized files of Business Services documents and records. Review computerized edits and reports to assure accuracy of records. Ensure that controls are in place to safeguard assets (checks/cash). Ensure that payroll and accounts payable staff is provided training each year. Prepare and update payroll and accounts payable processing procedures and manuals. Coordinate payroll schedules and processes with the Human Resources division. Coordinate the upgrade and contact with accounting software vendors. Approve non-cash entries into the financial records, including journal entries. Review and approve requests for payroll and accounts payable manual checks. Review outstanding purchase order reports for fiscal year-end rollover. Participate in the annual audit process. Provide administration and budget managers with explanation of financial information as necessary. Ensure that all payroll and accounts payable reporting are accurate and in compliance with federal, state and local laws. Make recommendations concerning financial affairs of HCDE. Be well acquainted with Board minutes and other records used as business office references. Serve as liaison with the depository bank. Ensure payroll tax deposits are submitted in a timely manner. Process quarterly reports. Process TRS reports monthly. Coordinate all general ledger activity, including balance sheet reconciliations. Assist the Senior Director in developing annual training classes and materials for payroll and accounts payable processing. Keep the Senior Director informed of activities in assigned areas of supervision. Serve on the Business Services division leadership WOW team. Maintain confidentiality of information. Perform other duties as assigned. Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $85,567 to $104,990 Per Year Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Human Resources 6300 Irvington Blvd. Houston, Texas 77022 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr