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Harris County · 8 hours ago

Director of Accounting

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

8+ years exp

Harris County Tax Assessor-Collector’s Office is seeking a Director of Accounting to join their team. The Director provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for various divisions within the Accounting Department, ensuring compliance with policies and driving process improvement initiatives.

Government Administration

Responsibilities

Manage and provide strategic direction for all Accounting Department sections and collaborate with cross-functional teams

Give strategic recommendations to senior leadership for decision making

Supervise the Associate Director to ensure division alignment with departmental goals and compliance standards

Enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance across all accounting functions

Lead cross-functional projects, resolve systemic issues, and implement best practices that support long-term operational excellence and strategic growth

Lead the annual revenue planning process and collaborate with the County Auditor on Property Tax projections

Conduct financial forecasting and collection analysis for all jurisdictions

Oversee RTS, COGNOS, MRTF, and Quarterly Census reporting, ensuring data accuracy and timely submission to stakeholders

Oversee internal and external audit processes

Respond to audit inquiries, lead walkthroughs, and ensure documentation meets legislative and regulatory standards

Lead preparation of Truth-in-Taxation documentation, including prior year refunds and debt service

Oversee daily bank account reviews, monthly interest reporting, and reconciliation of deposits, disbursements, and balances

Manage bank transitions, ACH updates, and coordination with the County Depository

Supervise merchant services returns, file netting, and State/County escheatment processes performed by the banking team

Oversee the review and approve all disbursements across categories: Property Tax (including P&I and Renditions), Auto SIT, Hotel & Motel, Beer & Wine, Miscellaneous Fees & Commissions

Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with statutory requirements

Approve County/State auto disbursements and oversee dealer ACH direct debit processes

Ensure SIT disbursements, penalties, and interest are accurately processed and reported

Verify monthly ACT roll-forward reports, manage jurisdiction setup, and resolve disbursement issues

Perform research and reversals in ACT/TCS, including return item recovery and cash payment corrections

Perform additional responsibilities as required to support the accounting department, senior leadership, and the Harris County Tax Office

Qualification

Accounting principlesFinancial analysisAudit managementProcess improvementMicrosoft Office SuiteBudget forecastingTeam leadershipWritten communicationVerbal communicationAttention to detailCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university

Minimum of eight (8) years of progressive experience

Experience managing a large professional team

Demonstrated expertise in process improvement, general ledger maintenance, and accounting

Experienced in preparing documentation and responding to inquiries for internal and external audits, ensuring transparency and compliance

Strong background in financial analysis, including budget-to-actual variance reviews, revenue forecasting, and management reporting

Strong written and verbal communication skills for engaging with internal teams, external partners, and regulatory bodies

Exceptional attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy in financial documentation, reporting, and compliance

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, Word, Outlook, and Access

In-depth knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and industry standards, with the ability to apply them across complex financial operations

Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams

Skills in setting clear expectations, providing constructive feedback, and fostering a collaborative, growth-oriented work environment

Adept at managing multiple priorities, meeting tight deadlines, and maintaining productivity in fast-paced environments

Ability to identify root causes of financial discrepancies, implement corrective actions, and support audit readiness

Flexible and proactive in responding to evolving responsibilities, organizational changes, and process improvements