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Job Description
POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Division: Treasury
Reporting Location: 901 Bagby, 10th floor
Workdays & Hours: *Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM*
*Subject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Office of the City Controller is seeking to hire Senior Treasury Analyst who will serve as the Treasury Officer assisting in debt and banking functions of the City of Houston. The Treasury Officer will support the City’s debt management program and depository services, assisting in the review of bond documents and overseeing large and short debt services payments. Additionally, this role will serve as a secondary support for vendor management, payroll process, and off-cycle financial transactions. The position will also handle accounts payable functions using the City’s SAP system, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, coordinating transactions, and optimizing municipal fiscal operations.
RESPONSIBILITIES:- Transmit Vendor files (ACH/EFT and manual check entry in Access).
- Complete IRS Tax Positive Liability for Arbitrage Rebate.
- Analyze bond documents as required.
- Manages daily cash balances and funding for the City’s operating needs.
- Reviews and monitors daily bank activities and balances to determine cash position in the investment portfolio. Forecasts estimated check clearings, deposits, floats, ACH activities and other variables in order to set guidelines for daily cash position.
- Reviewed and posted payments from various vendors and city department(s).
- Analyze SAP Trial Balance periodically for several debt schedules.
- Assist the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report with Investment and Debt.
- Pull vendor or payroll items from the transmitted files for various City departments.
- Assist in the coordination of paying both large and short debt service payments and various invoices for City of Houston.
- Assist with derivatives payments from Bloomberg and analysis structure.
- Assist in developing, preparing and evaluating financial and management reports. Identifies and implements solutions and systems necessary to optimize results.
- Computer and analysis accounting entries in respect to the City’s ERP system.
- Worked with external auditors to provide reconciliation and support documentation needed for Treasury.
- Research, analyze, and monitor various financial and management reports.
- Complete IRS Tax Positive Liability for Arbitrage Rebate.
- Assist in preparing debt service schedules, including working trial balance, debt service balance sheet, income statement, premium/discount amortization, accrued interest and related data for Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).
- Performs other duties and special projects as requested.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is physically comfortable with discretion of walking, standing, etc. Essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, and air conditions.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or a closely related field.
EXPERIENCE
Five years of progressive professional experience closely related to the activities of the division are required.
A Master's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or a field closely related to the activities of the division may be substituted for two years of experience.
PREFERENCES
Preference shall be given to candidates with the following experience, skills, and/or knowledge:- Financial Accounting Experience with emphasis on data analysis, financial reporting, and banking (depository services).
- Significant accounting, account payable, account receivable, analysis, or finance.
- SAP Finance experience
- Advanced Excel experience
**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**
GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
No. However, the department may administer skills assessment test.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION NO
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate’s qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
Pay Grade 26
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov .
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-8085.
If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-8085. (TTY 7-1-1)
If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy
The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Wellness
- Supplemental Insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability
- Retirement pension
- 457 deferred compensation plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- 10 days of vacation each year
- 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
- Compensable Sick Leave
- Personal Leave
- Flexible schedules
- Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
- Professional development opportunities
- Transportation/parking plan
- Section 125 pretax deductions
- Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
- Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Closing Date/Time: 8/1/2025 11:59 PM Central -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Houston Airport System
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The Houston Airport System provides a safe and dynamic air services network that fosters economic vitality for the transportation industry and facilitates a strong level of global connectivity for a diverse and growing population living throughout the greater Houston region.
OUR MISSION
We exist to connect the people, businesses, cultures and economies of the world to Houston.
OUR VISION
Establish the Houston Airport System as a five-star global air service gateway where the magic of flight is celebrated.
OUR HISTORY
In 1937, as Houston began its ascent to become the energy capital of the world, the city acquired the site of its first major commercial airport, William P. Hobby Airport.
As the City of Houston continued to grow so did the Houston Airport System, adding George Bush Intercontinental Airport in 1969 and Ellington Airport in 1984. Today, George Bush Intercontinental Airport serves as the premier long-haul international airport facility, while Ellington Airport supports both general aviation flights as well as a host of government/military operations. Hobby Airport opened an international concourse and welcomed back international service in October 2015, serving destinations in Latin American and the Caribbean.
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