Accounting Manager

Harris County•Houston, TX

18d•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Manager oversees fund intake accounting operations for the Tax Office, with a primary focus on monitoring, validating, and reporting funds received across all streams. This role manages the Auto Accounting and Banking teams, ensuring accurate transaction processing, timely deposits, and strong internal controls over incoming funds. The Accounting Manager supports the Director of Accounting by maintaining reliable data, preparing analyses, and ensuring compliance with financial policies and statutory requirements. This position collaborates with internal departments, external jurisdictions, and auditors to ensure transparency, accuracy, and accountability in all fund intake-related activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
A minimum of five (5) years of accounting experience
Proven experience managing and guiding a team.
Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines under pressure.
In-depth knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and industry standards, with the ability to apply them across complex financial operations.
Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams. Skilled in setting clear expectations, providing constructive feedback, and fostering a collaborative, growth-oriented work environment.
Strong background in financial analysis, including budget-to-actual variance reviews, fund intake forecasting, and management reporting.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, Word, Outlook, and Access
Exceptional attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy in financial documentation, reporting, and compliance.
Adept at managing multiple priorities, meeting tight deadlines, and maintaining productivity in fast-paced environments.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for engaging with internal teams, external partners, and regulatory bodies.
Ability to identify root causes of financial discrepancies, implement corrective actions, and support audit readiness.
Flexible and proactive in responding to evolving responsibilities, organizational changes, and process improvements.
Experienced in preparing documentation and responding to inquiries for internal and external audits, ensuring transparency and compliance.

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Responsibilities

Provide direct leadership to the banking and auto accounting teams. Oversee daily operations, ensure task accuracy and timeliness, and foster a collaborative, high-performance culture. Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with internal controls and statutory requirements. Set clear expectations, monitor KPIs, and ensure alignment with departmental goals.
Review daily, weekly, and monthly fund intake activity to ensure proper recording and fund allocation. Prepare reports, trend analyses, and variance explanations for senior leadership. Support the Director with data needed for forecasting, planning, and jurisdictional reporting.
Oversee daily bank activity, deposit verification, and resolution of discrepancies. Ensure adherence to cash-handling policies and banking procedures. Coordinate with the County Auditor, Treasurer, and financial institutions as needed.
Manage auto-related fund intake processing, including dealer transactions, ACH activity, and State/County allocations.
Validate tax and fee collection reports to ensure proper allocation across jurisdictions and funds. Support system-based reconciliations between ACT, RTS, and other fund intake systems (without owning full reconciliation responsibility). Identify discrepancies and escalate systemic issues to the Director for resolution.
Lead fund intake-focused process improvements that enhance accuracy, efficiency, and internal controls. Document workflows, implement best practices, and support technology or system enhancements. Participate in cross-department initiatives related to fund intake operations.
Provide documentation and explanations for audits related to banking, auto accounting, and fund collection.
Respond to audit requests related to banking, disbursements, reconciliations, and auto accounting. Provide documentation and clarification to ensure compliance and transparency.
Perform additional responsibilities as required to support the accounting department and Harris County Tax Office