Disbursement & Reporting Manager
Job Location:
Houston, TX - USA
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Job Summary
- Position Description
- Job Summary:
The Disbursements Manager is responsible for leading and managing the Disbursements and Reporting Section ensuring the accurate and timely processing posting and reporting of disbursed collections. This role maintains full compliance with internal controls and external regulations. The Manager oversees a team and provides both strategic and operational support to the Director of Accounting serving as a key contributor to financial reporting and continuous process improvement efforts.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:- Provide strategic direction and day-to-day supervision of the Disbursements and Reporting team ensuring high performance accountability and alignment with departmental goals. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
- Supervise the disbursement process for Property Taxes Auto Special Inventory Taxes Hotel Occupancy Taxes Beer & Wine Permit collections and other county fees. Ensure timely reconciliation accurate posting and full compliance with local state and federal regulations. Implement robust internal controls to safeguard financial integrity.
- Review and approve the Monthly Report of Taxes and Fees (MRTF) and other financial statements. Ensure reporting is accurate timely and tailored to meet the needs of internal leadership external agencies and audit requirements. Drive improvements in reporting clarity and accessibility.
- Lead the departments response to internal and external audits. Proactively identify and mitigate financial risks by strengthening controls documenting procedures and ensuring audit trail integrity. Serve as a subject matter expert on compliance and reporting standards.
- Monitor disbursement activities to identify trends discrepancies and opportunities for operational efficiency. Contribute to process improvements by identifying workflow efficiencies collaborating across teams resolving recurring issues and promoting best practices.
- Serve as a key point of contact between the accounting department and internal teams vendors and external agencies to ensure seamless communication and coordination on all disbursement-related activities.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required to support the accounting department and Harris County Tax Office as needed
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and even when considered may not automatically disqualify the candidate. - Requirements
Education:
Bachelors degree or higher in Accounting Finance or similar field.Experience:
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.Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Proficient in data analysis file balancing and variance investigation using logical reasoning
Skilled in managing multiple assignments prioritizing tasks and maintaining workflow efficiency
Demonstrates a professional attitude appearance and strong interpersonal communication
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Excel Word Outlook and Access
Collaborative team player with the ability to resolve issues independently and work with urgency and precision
Excellent verbal written and reading comprehension skills
Strong understanding of daily operational processes and task flows
Detail-oriented and comfortable performing repetitive tasks with consistent accuracy and efficiencyNOTE: Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation butONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resumewill not be accepted for qualifications.
- General Information
Work Environment:
Work is performed primarily in an office setting subject to frequent interruptions with extensive work at a computer workstation.
Flexibility to work evening and weekend hours dependent upon business needs.
Occasional travel to conferences and training sessions may be required.
Physical Demands:
Sedentary role with medium physical effort required however it may at times involve long periods of standing walking bending reaching stretching climbing lifting to 30 lbs. or similar activities (e.g. filing delivering sorting).
Regular application of basic skills (calculator keyboard hand tools eye/hand coordination).Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Required Experience:
Manager
