Classifieds: Finance/Purchasing

Allen - Accountant
Job Description: The purpose of this position is to maintain and verify the accuracy of the City's financial statements. This is accomplished by preparing and compiling financial reports, reconciling accounts, designing spreadsheets to capture financial data, assisting with the Capital Improvement Program as requested, reviewing department information and accounts for accuracy and preparing journal entries. Other duties may include completing special projects as assigned, assisting with payroll and interfacing with other City employees and citizens. This position does not provide direction to other employees.
Job Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting. At least one year experience in Accounting (preferably with a Municipality or Government Agency)
Interested Applicants are encouraged to submit an on-line application at the City of Allen's website (http://www.cityofallen.org).
Posted: 5/16/08

Mesquite - Manager Of Accounting Services
Job Description: Starting Salary: Depending on qualifications Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Will manage, direct, supervise and coordinate the activities of the Accounting Division. Will coordinate accounting activities with other divisions, departments and outside agencies and will provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Finance Director.
Requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance or other related field. Requires four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in financial and accounting administration including experience in fund accounting and two (2) years of administrative and supervisory responsibility.
Apply online at: www.cityofmesquite.com. Must possess a valid Class C Texas driver's license.
Posted: 5/14/08

Alice - Finance Director
Job Description: The Director of Finance shall have charge of the administration of the financial affairs of the city. Directs general finance operations, monitors and revises finance and accounting policies and procedures. Formulates and directs the City's investment policies; establishes fiscal policies under the direction of the City Manager. Shall become completely familiar with City Charter, especially as it relates to budget, reporting and financial matters. Please see job description for full details.
Annual salary $56K - 62K, 3-5 years of progressively responsible positions in finance administration. Ability to establish, accept, delegate, and control policies and procedures of the City. Preferred: Knowledge of fiscal functions and practices of municipalities; municipal experience in accounting, financing, budgeting, treasury, purchasing, tax, water, sewer, and garbage customer services, municipal operations, data processing and fleet operations preferred. Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting; Preferred CPA License.
www.ci.alice.tx.us Open until filled.
Posted: 5/8/08

Lewisville - Buyer
Job Description: Purchasing of materials, equipment, supplies and services for the City in accordance with state and local laws.
Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree (Experience above the minimum requirement will substitute for the degree on a year for year basis) • One year of experience as a Buyer in a centralized purchasing operation • Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing • Knowledge of applicable state laws and City codes • Knowledge of vendor selection criteria and availability • Skill in the use of Access, Excel, Word, and Lotus Notes • Ability to use financial software in the purchasing of items • Ability to effectively communicate in giving and receiving information and answering inquiries relative to area of responsibility
Starting salary range: $36,754, Closing Date: May 21, 2008, Announcement #: FY0708-67.
You must submit an application on-line at: www.cityoflewisville.com Thank you.
Posted: 5/7/08

Weimar - Finance Director
Job Description: Will manage all financial activities. Includes financial planning, borrowings, short and long-term investments, general accounting, account payables, payroll, budget preparation and cost control, procurement and audit support. Knowledge of accounting software, payroll systems, spreadsheet software and word processing software is required.
Bachelor's degree and experience in local government finance is desirable.
Salary: DOQ. Deadline: May 23, 2008. EOE.
Send resume and application to: City Manager, City of Weimar, P.O. Box 67/106 E. Main Street, Weimar, Tx 78962, fax: 979-725-8488, email: citymgr@weimartexas.org. Application may be picked up at City Hall or obtained on City Website: www.weimartexas.org.
Posted: 5/7/08

Seguin - Utility Billing Supervisor
Job Description: Administers the daily operations and directs the work of the utility billing services office. Oversees and participates fully in all aspects of daily operations including billing, customer transactions, payment collection, cash balancing and customer relations. Responds to customer service-related inquiries and complaints. Oversees computerized utility billing system. Prepares statistical and/or analytical reports on operations.
Requires H.S. diploma or equivalent. Requires three years’ experience in utility billing operations or other billing operations, preferably in a municipality. Two years of experience must include direct supervisory experience. Knowledge of utility rate structuring is preferred. Requires knowledge of basic accounting procedures and practices, and knowledge of computer operations including considerable experience in developing and using Microsoft Excel spreadsheets and experience using Microsoft Word. Requires ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Must have valid Texas driver’s license with good driving record and successfully complete pre-employment drug screen.
Salary range is dependent upon qualifications. Position open until filled.
Contact Kathy Salinas, 205 N. River - P.O. Box 591, Seguin, Texas 78155, Phone: 830-401-2473, Fax: 830-401-2499, Email: jobseguin@ci.seguin.tx.us
Posted: 5/7/08

Nassau Bay - Accountant/Assistant Finance Director
Job Description: Assists the Finance Director with financial reports, policy/procedure development, budgets, and the annual audit process. Requires knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and municipal government. Assists with daily Finance/Utility Billing operations. Reconciles subsidiary ledgers to the General Ledger and oversees internal controls. Prepares closing entries in a timely manner.
Education: Prefer bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field, plus at least three years of progressively responsible experience in finance or accounting, preferably in a municipal environment.
Salary DOQ and experience. Position open until filled.
Applications and full job description may be obtained from Human Resources Office, City of Nassau Bay, 18100 Upper Bay Road, Suite 200, Nassau Bay, TX 77058. Please mail application, cover letter, salary history, and professional references to: Human Resources, City of Nassau Bay, P.O. Box 58448, Nassau Bay, TX 77258.
Posted: 5/6/08

Galveston - Accountant
Job Description: Performs advanced accounting assignments that require a high degree of analytical skill. Responsible for the application of advanced accounting knowledge and abilities in the preparation of regular and special financial reports and statements. Applies well-established accounting principles, theories, concepts and practices to a wide variety of difficult problems. Requires considerable independence or action in duties and specific instructions are given only at the commencement of new assignment or when new procedures are instituted.
BBA in accounting or BBA in finance with at least 30 accredited course hours of accounting. Work experience in accounting position(s) of similar complexity may be used to offset hours of required accounting courses. CPA is not required but preferred.
Please apply at www.cityofgalveston.org
Posted: 5/6/08

Carrollton - Sr. Budget & Mgmt Analyst
Job Description: Responsible for performing fully proficient, professional budgeting and management analysis work such as assisting with the annual budget and multi-year budgeting; assisting with managed competition studies: and, coordinating Performance Management Plan maintenance and reporting.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, General Business Administration, or a related field. Two years experience in either budgeting or conducting research.
PAY RATE: $47,603.00 - $51,092.00
HOW TO APPLY: Go to www.cityofcarrollton.com. Click on “Current Job Opportunities” at the top right corner of the page. Click on “View Current Jobs Online”. Click on “View Jobs and Register”. Select a job category of interest or “All Positions” to view all current openings. Of the jobs listed place a check mark next to any and all positions you are interested in and proceed through the remaining screens to complete your application.
Posted: 5/5/08

Live Oak - Assistant Finance Director or Accounting Manager
Job Description: Monitors/supervises the day to day operations of the Finance, Accounting and Utility Billing Departments. Supervises the accounting and utility billing staff. Reconciles and maintains the subsidiary ledgers to the General Ledger and assists in protecting and enhancing the internal controls. Prepares books for all financial period closings in a timely manner. Assists the Assistant Finance Director and Director of Finance with all financial reports and budgets. Needs basic knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) with particular emphasis on municipal government
Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field, plus at least three to five years of progressively responsible experience in either finance or accounting, preferably in a municipal environment is preferred.
Successful completion of pre-employment physical and drug testing prior to final placement is required. Beginning salary range is between $43,945 - $56,085 and is dependent on position offered. Position is open until filled.
Applications with resumes will be accepted at City Hall, Attn: City Secretary, 8001 Shin Oak Drive, Live Oak, Texas 78233, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:15 AM and 5:00 PM. Telephone number (210) 653-9140. The City of Live Oak is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Posted: 5/5/08

Travis County Sherriff's Office - Director of Finance
Job Description: Travis County Sheriff’s Office is Recruiting for Director of Finance
Qualifications: Degree in Finance/ Accounting or related field plus min. 8 years finance/acct. exp. w/min. 2 years supervisory/managerial exp.
Salary: Up to $88,712. (Commensurate w/exp.) Excellent Benefits
Travis County Sheriff’s Office: www.tcsheriff.org, 512/854-9772. EEO
Posted: 5/1/08

Arlington - Staff Accountant (Payroll)
Job Description: Responsible for preparing and posting payroll entries, entering financial transactions in the accounting system and reconciling internal general ledger accounts.
High school education and a minimum of 18 hours of accounting plus two years of experience. Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted for the above.
Candidates may obtain information regarding the City and a detailed description of the position and requirements by visiting www.arlingtontx.gov/employment/index.html. Only candidates completing an on-line application will be considered. Equal Opportunity Employer.
Posted: 4/29/08

Red Oak - Finance Director
Job Description: Works under the broad administrative direction of the City Manager. This is a highly responsible professional position that oversees the planning, organizing and administration of the fiscal activities of the City. This position is responsible for managing the activities of several divisions that supports or assists other City departments, including the functional areas of finance, budget, municipal court and utility billing.
A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in finance, accounting, business/public administration from an accredited college/university is required. Must have at least four (4) years of finance/accounting/budgeting experience with at least two (2) years of supervisory experience. Municipal governmental experience is strongly desired.
Starting salary for this will be B.O.Q. This position will remain Open Until Filled.
Contact Clifton Beck, 200 Lakeview Parkway, Red Oak, Texas 75154, Phone: 972-617-3638, Email: cbeck@redoaktx.org
Posted: 4/25/08

Addison - Accounting Specialist
Job Description: Under general supervision of the Financial Services Supervisor to process the total Accounts Payable functions.
Minimum requirements include two years accounting/accounts payable related experience and prefer some college education.
Starting pay is $14.39/hr and hours are M-F, 8-5.
For more information on this great opportunity, please visit our website www.addisontx.gov/Departments/hr/News___Articles/Current_Openings.asp
Posted: 4/24/08

Webster - Accounting Technician
Job Description: Located between Houston and Galveston, the City of Webster is looking to fill the position of Accounting Technician. This position provides support to the Finance Department by processing accounts payable invoices, purchase requisitions and purchasing card statements.
Requires high school diploma or equivalent with six months of college or business school preferred. Over one year of relevant experience required. Cashiering experience is a plus. Must be bondable.
Starting salary range of $13.27 - $15.39 commensurate with experience, education, and training. The City of Webster offers an excellent benefit package.
Please submit an application/resume to the Human Resources Department, City of Webster, 101 Pennsylvania Ave., Webster, TX 77598; Fax 281-316-4192 or e-mail resume@cityofwebster.com.
Posted: 4/23/08

Haltom City - Account Technician
Job Description: Performs a variety of accounts payable and receivable functions; posts journal entries and reconciles financial transactions; prepares monthly financial reports for City departments; maintains inventory records and coordinates the disposal of City owned property; files and releases liens; and performs other related duties as assigned.
Education, Certifications and Experience Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent, and one year general accounting experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Notary Public License is required.
Salary: Entry $28,762 annually - $13.82 per hour
To apply, please complete an application for employment at City Hall, 5024 Broadway Avenue, Haltom City, Texas 76117 or available on Website www.haltomcitytx.com. EOE.
Posted: 4/21/08

Fort Stockton - Director of Finance
Job Description: The City of Fort Stockton is seeking a full-time Finance Director to direct all financial and operational activities of the City. Works under the general administration direction of the City Manager.
Experience: Three to five years progressively responsible experience in finance administration. Proficient in Excel spreadsheet software; Encode software and IBM AS 400 knowledge a plus.
Minimum requirements: Bachelors of Business Administration (BBA) in accounting; Valid Texas driver’s license required. Must successfully complete an employee physical and drug screen.
Salary: To commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits.
Position open until filled.
Please submit resumes to the Human Resources Department at The City of Fort Stockton, 121 W 2nd Street, P O Box 1000, Fort Stockton, Texas, or fax 432-336-6273. EOE
Posted: 4/21/08

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