Accounts Payable & Logistics Coordinator

Position Description

About Harris County Flood Control District:

The Flood Control District has the mission to reduce the risk of flooding in Harris County, the third most populated county in the United States, with a population in excess of 4.7 million, including the City of Houston, the nation's fourth largest city. The Flood Control District has jurisdiction over the primary stormwater facilities in the county, which consist of approximately 1,500 channels totaling nearly 2,500 miles in length, as well as more than 60 regional stormwater detention basins, totaling more than 10,000 acres and several wetlands mitigation banks including Greens Bayou.

What you will do at Harris County Flood Control District:

The Harris County Flood Control District is seeking qualified candidates for the Accounts Payable & Logistics Coordinator/Specialist role, responsible for ensuring accurate financial processing of the District's purchasing activities while maintaining comprehensive oversight of capital asset inventory, equipment, and vehicles. Under the direct supervision of the Financial Services Department Manager, this position supports both financial operations and organizational logistics by administering accounts payable functions, coordinating procurement documentation, and managing the lifecycle of capital assets.

The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.

Accounts Payable Responsibilities:

• Invoice Processing — Receive, review, validate, and process vendor invoices for payment, ensuring accuracy, proper coding, and compliance with purchasing policies.
• Credit Card Auditing — Audit District credit card transactions, verify receipts, reconcile statements, and ensure proper documentation for all purchases.
• Vendor Coordination — Communicate with vendors to resolve discrepancies, request missing documentation, and maintain positive working relationships.
• Payment Administration — Prepare payment batches, verify approvals, and support timely disbursement of funds.
• Record Maintenance — Maintain organized digital and physical records of invoices, statements, and payment documentation for audit readiness.
• Policy Compliance — Ensure all transactions adhere to internal controls, financial policies, and regulatory requirements.

Logistics & Inventory Responsibilities:

• Asset Inventory Management — Update, maintain, and audit the District's inventory of capital assets, including equipment, tools, and vehicles.
• Asset Lifecycle Tracking — Document asset acquisitions, transfers, disposals, and retirements to support accurate financial reporting.
• Logistics Coordination — Support the movement, assignment, and tracking of equipment and vehicles across the organization.
• Audit Preparation — Conduct periodic physical inventory checks and prepare reports for internal and external audits.
• Documentation Management — Maintain accurate asset records, manuals, warranties, and related documentation.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Staff Training & Support — Provide training, guidance, and ongoing support to Accountant Assistants and other Finance Department staff on accounts payable procedures, asset management processes, and compliance requirements.
• Audit Collaboration — Work closely with internal and external auditors for both financial and asset-related audits, ensuring timely responses, accurate documentation, and full transparency throughout the audit process.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need special services or accommodations, please call  or email  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.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Accounting, Business Administration or a related field.

Experience:

• Two (2) years of experience in accounts payable, logistics, inventory management or related administrative roles

Licensure:

• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License

Knowledge Skills, and Abilities:

• Accounts Payable Knowledge —…