Principal Accounting and Finance Coordinator

Houston-Galveston Area Council•Houston, TX

8h•Onsite

About The Position

The Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) is seeking a Principal Accounting and Finance Coordinator to join their team. H-GAC is one of the largest regional planning commissions in the country, serving a diverse area of 13 counties and over 7 million people. The organization addresses critical regional issues such as transportation, senior well-being, job connections, disaster recovery, and water quality, aiming to make the region a great place to live, work, and thrive.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, and financial analysis.
Experience administering or monitoring federal, state, or local grants, preferably transportation-related funding.
Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to manage multiple deadlines, priorities, and funding requirements.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain financial information to non-financial staff.
High level of accuracy, attention to detail, integrity, and discretion when handling financial information.
Ability to interpret regulations, policies, contracts, grant agreements, and financial documentation.
Ability to work effectively with local governments, transportation agencies, consultants, auditors, and other MPO stakeholders.
Bachelor’s degree in applicable academic discipline or related field of study.
3 years of experience working with local government, nonprofit programs, school or in job related duties.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of federal grant requirements and familiarity with FHWA, FTA, OMB Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), and applicable state requirements preferred.
Experience supervising staff, coordinating financial projects, or serving as a lead financial resource is desirable.

Responsibilities

Assist with preparation, monitoring, and maintenance of the MPO’s annual operating budget and transportation program budgets.
Monitor federal, state, and local transportation funding, expenditures, reimbursements, and grant activity.
Coordinate financial reporting and compliance requirements associated with FHWA, FTA, state transportation agencies, and other funding sources.
Review expenditures and supporting documentation for compliance with applicable policies, grant requirements, and federal regulations.
Process and monitor invoices, and consultant payments.
Assist with year-end closing activities, annual financial statements, and external audits.
Maintain accurate financial and accounting records in accordance with applicable governmental accounting standards and MPO policies.
Develop and maintain financial spreadsheets, databases, and reporting tools to support management decision-making.
Coordinate with program staff, member agencies, governmental partners, vendors, and auditors to resolve accounting and financial issues.
Assist with internal controls, financial policies, procedures, and process improvements.
Provide financial analysis and recommendations regarding funding, expenditures, contracts, and program activities.
May coordinate or provide guidance to accounting and administrative staff and serve as a resource on financial procedures and compliance.