Accounting Specialist

Position Summary

The Accounting Specialist performs entry to intermediate-level bookkeeping and financial support work in accordance with City policies and established internal controls. The primary focus of this position is financial processing, reconciliation, accounts payable support, vendor setup, and reporting assistance within the Finance Department. In addition, this position may provide cross-department customer service support on an as-needed basis during staffing shortages, peak operational periods, or special circumstances.

Finance responsibilities remain the core function of the role.

• Assist with bank, credit card, and other financial reconciliations in accordance with internal control standards
• Process accounts payable processing, vendor setup, and payment issuance
• Support travel and training approvals and related payment processing in compliance with City policy
• Administer, monitor, and provide support to assigned financial and operational programs, ensuring compliance with established procedures
• Maintain and oversee financial system records, documentation tracking, and reporting requirements
• Assist with purchasing activities and ensure adherence to procurement policies
• Support revenue tracking and related reporting functions
• Coordinate documentation and reporting for state, federal, or regulatory requirements
• Assist with asset management processes including surplus and disposition activities
• Maintain organized records within designated records management and content systems
• Provide support for audit preparation and documentation requests
• Enter, validate, and retrieve data within the City’s ERP and related financial systems
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and internal control standards

Education:

High school graduate or GED required. Bachelor’s degree in business or accounting preferred. Related work experience may substitute education preference.

Experience:

A minimum of five (5) years of experience in a customer service or accounting function providing service to customers and in cash collection activities, and experience involving general bookkeeping, auditing accounts, or reconciling fiscal reports. Certificates And Licenses

Required:

Valid Texas driver’s license with a driving record acceptable to the City.