Senior Finance & Compliance Coordinator

Houston-Galveston Area Council • Houston, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Houston-Galveston Area Council is one of the largest regional planning commissions in the country with a diverse service area of 13 counties and more than 7 million people. We are the pulse of our region addressing issues that cross city limits and county lines every single day. We make decisions that affect our transportation system, ensure the safety and well-being of our seniors, connect people to jobs, help families recover from natural disasters, preserve water quality for our children, and so much more. We work to make the region a great place to live, work, and thrive.

Responsible for Transportation Department contract invoice documentation compliance with 2 CFR 200 and other federal funding regulations. Works under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement. Research applicable regulations, policies, grant requirements, and procedures. Monitor compliance with federal, state, local, contractual and organization requirements. Provide guidance and assist with internal monitoring, audits, reviews and external compliance assessments. Ensure contract compliance, assisting program managers and project managers with contract needs, reporting and invoice compliance. Maintain tracking spreadsheets and databases related to compliance activities. Maintain confidentiality of sensitive organizational and financial information. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, follow through on commitments, and meet deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft office applications, particularly in Excel, SharePoint and Adobe to edit functions for task tracking and communicating with external funders
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure, under tight deadlines and manage conflicting priorities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and coordinate effectively across functional areas
• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable academic discipline or related field of study
• 5 years of experience working with local government, nonprofit programs, school or in job related duties

Responsibilities

• Transportation Department contract invoice documentation compliance with 2 CFR 200 and other federal funding regulations
• Research applicable regulations, policies, grant requirements, and procedures
• Monitor compliance with federal, state, local, contractual and organization requirements
• Provide guidance and assist with internal monitoring, audits, reviews and external compliance assessments
• Ensure contract compliance, assisting program managers and project managers with contract needs, reporting and invoice compliance
• Maintain tracking spreadsheets and databases related to compliance activities
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive organizational and financial information
• Perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior