VP, Controller

IN-PERSON - HOUSTON, TX.

Houston First recognizes and appreciates the importance of cultivating an environment that nurtures talent; that is equitable and values different perspectives and backgrounds; and, above all, is respectful to everyone. Our Mission is to create value and enhance economic prosperity by promoting the Houston region.

The ideal candidate possesses a comprehensive knowledge of accounting and financial planning & analysis. The Controller position will provide leadership and coordination of financial planning, debt financing, budget management, and tax functions for three (3) separate legal entities. Ensure company accounting procedures conform to generally accepted accounting principles and procedures follow proper internal controls.

THIS POSITION REPORTS TO THE CFO 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• ☒ Supervises: Sr Accountants 
• ☒ Maintain staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, and supervising team members.
• ☒ Plan, assign and appraise performance; rewarding and disciplining team members, addressing complaints, and resolving problems.
   

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Lead financial planning and analysis activities.
• Supervise the preparation of monthly consolidated financial reports for Houston First Corporation
• Supervise the preparation of the annual consolidated budget for Houston First Corporation
• Ensure timely filing of applicable year-end tax returns (Franchise, 1099’s)
• Oversee preparation of budget and financial statements for the City’s Convention & Entertainment Facilities Department (CEFD), including detailed review of revenues and expenses pledged to CEFD’s bonds to ensure compliance with bond requirements.
• Assist CFO with treasury functions of debt management, investments and managing cash balances for all entities.
• Continually ensure that proper internal controls are maintained.
• Along with the CFO, manage commercial banking relationships.
• Safeguard assets and assure accurate and timely recording of all transactions by implementing disciplines of internal controls across all companies and departments.
• Provide financial information and reports as requested.
• Interface with outside independent financial audit firms, including procurement of services.
• Supervise the management of accounts payable, cash disbursements, invoicing/billing, customer credits and collections, general & entity accounting.
• Act as liaison with City of Houston on financial matters including insurance, FEMA claims, and debt.
• Document and update written accounting policies and procedures.
• Recommend and monitor benchmark key performance indicators against which to measure performance of company operations.
• Serves as a member of the 457(b) Investment Committee.
• Other duties and special projects as needed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, required.
• 8 years’ experience in governmental accounting and budgeting, with 5 years in a supervisory role, required.
• Exposure to public debt financing, preferred.
• CPA designation required.
• ERP system experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• No major sources of discomfort; essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions.