Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Reporting

Why join GBRA?

• Competitive salary
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance at no cost to employee
• Texas County & District Retirement system matched 2:1 at retirement
• Vacation and sick leave
• Paid Holidays
• 100% company‑paid training
• License incentive program
• Educational assistance program
• Safety boot program
• Employee wellness program with gym reimbursement
• Employee recognition events
• Exclusive employee perks & discounts

FLSA STATUS
: Exempt

PAY RANGE
: $95,169.00 - $

REPORTS TO
: Deputy CFO

DIVISION
:
General

WORK LOCATION
: 2225 E Common St New Braunfels, TX 78130

This position oversees all accounting and financial reporting functions for GBRA, including the general ledger, financial statements, capital assets, accounts payable, grants and construction accounting, and payroll. The role supervises the accounting team, ensuring accurate, timely completion of assigned work. Key responsibilities include managing deadlines, maintaining the general ledger, preparing financial reports, and coordinating the annual audit and Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.

• Demonstrate the highest level of ethical leadership through daily actions and decisions.
• In coordination with the CFO and Deputy CFO, review and update procedures as necessary to ensure appropriate internal controls are in place and operating effectively.
• Oversee the general ledger, ensuring accurate financial transaction posting and timely monthly and year‑end close.
• Conduct monthly revenue and expense analysis, including monitoring aged receivables and payables.
• Direct the coordination with internal departments for grant awards, ensuring accurate accounting and reporting in compliance with state and federal requirements.
• Direct the preparation of project accounting schedules for construction projects and coordinate with internal departments as necessary.
• Responsible for all financial reporting, including the preparation of monthly financial statements and expense reports to the Board of Directors.
• Supervise and evaluate assigned accounting staff.
• Oversee, review, and perform verifications of bi-weekly payrolls, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Ensure timely and accurate vendor payments, manage corporate accounts, and oversee annual IRS 1099 filings.
• Direct the preparation and updating of capital asset records and depreciation schedules.
• Coordinate the annual financial audit with the external auditors.
• Coordinate the annual audit of the Defined Benefit Pension Plan and provide assistance to external auditors in collecting the necessary information and documentation.
• Prepare annual financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Direct and prepare schedules for the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and submit for award consideration by the Government Finance Officers Association.
• Ensure the timely distribution of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report as required by Texas statute and bond covenants.
• Present financial performance results to the GBRA Audit Committee and, if necessary, the Board of Directors.
• Prepare customer contract reconciliations annually or as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Governmental Accounting Standards Board Statements.
• Knowledge of standard business controls.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead, motivate, and empower a team.
• Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Interpersonal and people skills with the ability to work independently, within a team environment, and with a diverse group of people at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated understanding of financial software systems and subsidiary applications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications.
• Maintains a calm, professional demeanor during high‑pressure situations, ensuring clear communication, sound judgment, and effective decision‑making.

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a business‑related field.

Preferred License/Certifications such as…