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Accountant 1

At Port Houston we dream big, think big and do big things. For over 100 years, we've had the vision and scale to deliver big things that matter to Houston and the region. Our sustainability and success has been built upon attracting, retaining, and developing exceptional people. Are you ready to think about the future...and think big! Enabling our people to unleash their full potential is central to 'We are READY!', our vision, mission, and strategic priorities.

Who we are:
Port Houston is the advocate and a strategic leader of the Houston Ship Channel, one of the most powerful economic engines in the state and the country. Port Houston owns and operates the public wharves and terminals along the Houston Ship Channel, including the area's largest breakbulk facility and two of the most efficient container terminals in the country.
Through our leadership and our work, we help ensure the nation's busiest waterway stays running to benefit the customers of the public facilities we operate, our surrounding communities and industries, and our region. Port Houston exists to move the world and drive regional prosperity.

The work we do helps build up our local community, supports the economy, bolsters goodwill for the state of Texas, and influences the outlook of the entire region. And this is only the beginning! Our best accomplishments are ahead of us as we expand the Houston Ship Channel and widen its reach to become America's distribution hub for the next generation.

Who you are:You are more than the work you do. We want your work at Port Houston to be more than a job - we want it to be a fulfilling experience where you find challenging and rewarding opportunities, respect among colleagues, competitive pay, benefits that protect you and your family, and a high-performance culture that values your contributions and helps you reach your career goals.

Sound like the place for you?

Position Summary:
Provides financial information to management by researching and analyzing accounting data; prepares reports. Ensures that accounting data related to Cash, Investments and Property Taxes are properly integrated into the financial records and statements of Port Houston.

Responsibilities/Duties:

Ensure integrity of financial data within the financial system in conformity with guidance prescribed by the GFOA, the GAO and GAAP

Prepare asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information, including bank account reconciliations, interest payable and receivable, securities investment and other income, expense, and balance sheet accounts

Document financial transactions by entering account information

Recommend financial actions by analyzing accounting options

Summarize current financial status by collecting information, preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports

Substantiate financial transactions by auditing documents

Maintain accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures

Reconcile bank accounts to the general ledger along with all of the securities, bonds, and property tax accounts for financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information Maintain financial security by following internal controls

Prepare payments by verifying documentation, and requesting disbursements Answer accounting procedure questions by researching and interpreting accounting policy and regulations

Comply with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions

Prepare special financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends Maintain customer confidence and protects operations by keeping financial information confidential

Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies

Assist in the preparation of the CAFR as well as other regulatory or statistical reports as required by company management, regulatory agencies and third parties

Manage the daily inflows and outflows of cash, supporting Port Houston liquidity reporting and analysis

Enhance procedures and ensure ethical decision making

Maintain and ensure the accuracy of Port Houston's financial transparency reporting for disbursements

Ensure cash management procedures and techniques are up to date and monitored

Communicate with your areas of responsibility on a quarterly basis offering assistance for any financial issues

Assist the accounting team and the auditors throughout the annual audit

Bond accounting including various types of bond (i.e. deceased, forward, refunding's, etc.)

Bond effective interest amortization on any new bond issuance.

Act in accordance with Port Houston core values (respect, excellence, accountability, diligence, and you)

Perform other duties as assigned

Education/Work Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related major from a public or accredited private academic institution required

Pursuit of CPA license preferred

0-2 years of general accounting experience required; with some banking reconciliation experience preferred

Experience working with investments, bonds and cash management preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
General knowledge of financial accounting, budgeting, cost accounting and cost control principles, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

General knowledge of policies and procedures associated with payroll and benefits administration

Analytical skills to perform analyses of accounts

Technical accounting research skills

Willingness and ability to learn and develop

Strong client service and interpersonal skills

Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines with accurate results and to work with detailed material

Organized and capable of clearly communicating issues and priorities affecting daily tasks

Intermediate knowledge and skills in accounting software and databases and Microsoft Office suite, including Excel (pivot tables, v-lookups etc.), Word, Outlook, etc.

Ability to work independently and accomplish assigned tasks with moderate supervision

Ability to work with Port Houston employees at all levels and others outside the organization in a cooperative, positive manner

Key Competencies Required:
Client focused
Communication

Work Environment:
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. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but due to open office environment noise level may occasionally be high. To apply, please go to porthouston.com/careers. Only applications submitted through the Port Houston Careers website will be acknowledged. Port Houston is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the U.S. Government.

Make what you do matter:
At Port Houston we dream big, think big and do big things. When you take the first step with the Port Houston, you've taken the first step in the right direction in your new career path. Are you READY!

We believe in making big things possible. Port Houston is looking for people who are willing to think about the future...and think big. We're looking for people who are ready to take on the most significant challenges of their careers. Thank you for choosing Port Houston in your career search.

Disclaimer:

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.