The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD ("The Harris Center") is on the hunt for a dedicated Director- Financial Accounting, & Reporting. The Director oversees the day-to-day operations of the Accounting and Accounts Payable functions. Primarily responsible for managing all general ledger accounting including the monthly and year-end close. Oversees the accounts payable process, including the processing of invoices and payments, accuracy of data entry, and timely payment of vendors.

Your Role in Action:

• Prepare, and reviews monthly and annual internal financial statements, and footnotes.
• Perform technical accounting research as required, including on accounting and financial reporting issues.
• Supporting the controller in preparing for and implementing new accounting standards
• Supervising, training and mentoring staff with duties related to accounting and reporting.
• Communicating regularly with management and business units
• Assisting in the maintenance of internal financial controls, including developing and/or updating procedures to enhance efficiency and internal controls.
• Communicating with external and internal auditors regarding financial reporting matters
• Prepare complex monthly journal entries for assigned accounts and ensure that all account activity is recorded accurately and timely.
• Review and approve staff journal entries, month end close notes & schedules, bank account reconciliations and general ledger account reconciliations.
• Develop and implement process improvements and automation to streamline accounts payable workflows.
• Managing the accounts payable team, including assigning work tasks and monitoring performance

What qualifications you will need:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or business administration ( major in Accounting preferred) .
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is preferred.

Experience:

• Prefer at least 7 years of experience in accounting and budgeting functions, techniques, and functions.
• Experience in governmental or non-profit accounting or budget work.
• Experience in various computer applications, especially budgeting and fixed assets.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and verbal, writing and interpersonal skills are crucial to the position, as is the ability to interact with all levels of divisional management.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of GAAP, reporting requirements and financial statement analysis.
• Organizational skills to track accounts payable procedures from invoices to payments..

What we have to offer:

The Harris Center not only offers a competitive salary but also a suite of excellent benefits designed to enrich your life both professionally and personally. Imagine a future with a robust retirement plan complemented by our generous company matching - a testament to our investment in your long-term financial well-being. Experience the unique advantage of our prior service credit, accelerating your journey towards a more substantial Paid Time Off accrual, empowering you to enjoy well-deserved breaks.

Enjoy Cell Phone Discounts, exclusive entertainment deals through Tickets at Work, and a free Headspace subscription for mental wellness. Additionally, our Employee Assistance Program supports your overall well-being.

Take advantage of significant financial relief through student loan forgiveness as a valued member of The Harris Center team. As a qualifying entity, our employees are eligible for various student loan forgiveness programs, designed to alleviate the financial burdens associated with higher education.

What else you should know:

• Your Workweek: Monday through Friday, 8-5pm allowing for flexible scheduling.
• Compensation offered is based on experience
• Your workplace: Embrace the excitement of a field-based role at The Harris Center, offering you the chance to occasionally touch base at our Southwest location (9401 Southwest Freeway) in Houston, TX.
• This posting is associated with position #1324.

About us:

The HARRIS CENTER is the state-designated Local Mental Health Authority and Local Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Authority serving Harris County, Texas. As the largest behavioral and developmental disability care center in Texas, The Harris Center provided care to over 96,000 people in fiscal year 2023!

As part of its mission to transform the lives of people with behavioral health and IDD needs in the third largest county in the United States, The HARRIS CENTER provides a full continuum of services at 86 different sites across Harris County. In addition, services are provided in more than 40 different languages as well as sign language to better serve what is one of the most diverse and multi-cultural communities in the nation.

By utilizing the unique expertise of its more than 2,500 employees, The Harris Center is committed to meeting the behavioral health and IDD needs of Harris County residents and giving them hope to live to their fullest potential.