Financial Accountant
CurrentMonth End and Year End Close - Journal entries by compiling and analyzing account informationYear End Accruals as neededVariance Explanations and research - Income Statement and Balance Sheet Monthly and Quarterly20 bank account reconciliations monthly. Entering adjusting entries. Reconcile all bank accounts to the general ledger including securities, bonds, and property tax accounts for financial discrepancies and adjustments.Daily recording of Interest payable and receivable for securities investmentMaintaining Roll Forwards for all Debt Services.Ensure financial data integrity within the financial system is in conformity with guidance prescribed by the GFOA, GAO and GAAPAct in accordance with Port Houston core values (respect, excellence, accountability, diligence)Maintain financial security by following internal controlsPrepare payments by verifying documentation and requesting disbursements for Revenue Bond and Government ObligationsAnswer accounting procedure questions to External Auditors and Interal Divisions by researching and interpreting accounting policy and regulationsPrepare special financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trendsMaintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societiesManage the daily inflows and outflows of cashCreating and maintaining Port Houston Liquidity reporting and analysis monthly and providing the Liquidity report for the Financial PackageMaintain and ensure the accuracy of Port Houston’s financial transparency reporting Monthly for disbursements (checks, efts and wires)Ensure cash management procedures and techniques are up to date and monitoredRecord and maintain all outstanding commitments monthly