Vice President, Controller

Houston First•Houston, TX

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Houston First recognizes and appreciates the importance of cultivating an environment that nurtures talent; that is equitable and values different perspectives and backgrounds; and, above all, is respectful to everyone. Our Mission is to create value and enhance economic prosperity by promoting the Houston region. The ideal candidate possesses a comprehensive knowledge of accounting and financial planning & analysis. The Controller position will provide leadership and coordination of financial planning, debt financing, budget management, and tax functions for three (3) separate legal entities. Ensure company accounting procedures conform to generally accepted accounting principles and procedures follow proper internal controls.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, required
3 years’ experience in governmental accounting and budgeting, with 5 years in a supervisory role, required
Exposure to public debt financing is required
CPA designation, required

Nice To Haves

Big Four Accounting firm experience, government audit background, and GASB knowledge preferred
ERP system experience, preferred

Responsibilities

Leads financial planning and analysis activities.
Supervises the preparation of monthly consolidated financial reports for Houston First Corporation
Supervises the preparation of annual consolidated budget for Houston First Corporatio
Ensures timely filing of applicable year-end tax returns (Franchise, 1099’s)
Oversees preparation of budget and financial statements for the City’s Convention & Entertainment Facilities Department (CEFD), including detailed review of revenues and expenses pledged to CEFD’s bonds to ensure compliance with bond requirements.
Assists the CFO with treasury functions of debt management, investments and managing cash balances for all entities.
Continually ensure that proper internal controls are maintained.
Works in collaboration with the CFO and VP of Information Technology assure that HFC cyber defenses are robust and proactive and that all Finance staff remain vigilant against threats.
Completes all assigned cyber fraud training within two weeks of assignment.
Assures that all staff supervised by this title complete all assigned cyber fraud training within two weeks of assignment.
Along with the CFO, manages commercial banking relationships
Safeguards assets and assures accurate and timely recording of all transactions by implementing the disciplines of internal controls across all companies and departments
Provides financial information and reports as requested.
Interfaces with outside independent financial audit firms, including procurement of services.
Supervises the management of accounts payable, cash disbursements, invoicing/billing, customer credits and collections, general & entity accounting.
Acts as liaison with the City of Houston on financial matters, including insurance, FEMA claims, and debt.
Documents and updates written accounting policies and procedures.
Recommend and monitors benchmark key performance indicators against which to measure the performance of company operations.
Serve as a member of the 457(b) Investment Committee.
Other duties and special projects, as needed.