Financial Compliance Manager

: Position Description Job Summary: Harris County Flood Control District (District) is seeking a diligent and strategic candidate for the role of Financial Compliance Manager. The Harris County Flood Control District has the mission to reduce the risk of flooding in Harris County, the third most populated county in the United States, with a population in excess of 4.7 million, including the City of Houston, the nation's fourth largest city. The l District has jurisdiction over the county's primary stormwater facilities, consisting of approximately 1,500 channels totaling nearly 2,500 miles in length, as well as more than 60 regional stormwater detention basins, totaling more than 10,000 acres and several wetlands mitigation banks. Reporting to the Financial Services Division Manager, the Financial Compliance Manager will be responsible for leading District-wide compliance, reporting, and financial practices related to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) portfolio and will also serve as a finance and compliance focal point between the District and granting authorities. Essential Functions and Duties:

• Design and manage the CDBG program's grant compliance methodology to ensure adherence to grant conditions.
• Oversee the preparation of all grant-related financial and compliance reports.
• Manage the CDBG program compliance and serve as the principal internal auditor, conducting periodic internal audits of processes and practices.
• Conduct financial analysis of grant activities, tracking expenditures and forecasting budget requirements.
• Direct the development of the grant budget and manage its execution, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and fiscal responsibility.
• Collaborate with various departments to track grant-related expenditures and progress, maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records.
• Provide regular reports to the Financial Services team and other stakeholders on the grant's financial status and performance.
• Identify financial risks and opportunities within the grant portfolio and recommend strategies to optimize financial performance.
• Partner with various departments to ensure compliance with grant conditions and reporting requirements.
• Engage with District staff to lead process improvement exercises to deliver efficient grant management.
• Draft and review detailed memos on complex issues and conduct briefings for senior leadership.
• Perform other duties that may be added or changed as the course and scope of the job directs.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email [email protected]. This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate. Requirements Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Public Administration/Policy, or a related field.
• Five (5) years' experience in financial analysis, capital planning, budgeting, grants management, forecasting, and/or strategic planning. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Significant experience with grants management compliance and reporting.

Licensure:

• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License

Knowledge Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills to advise and consult with various internal and external stakeholders to prepare and present workshops and presentations.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, TEAMS, SharePoint, etc.).
• Can work with a sense of purpose, recognizing the importance of our mission and the communities we serve.
• Exhibit a drive and persistent pursuit of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Value and understand others' perspectives, demonstrating effective communication skills and the ability to build and maintain strong trust-based relationships.
• Attention to detail. Accuracy in recording and reporting financial information.
• Can demonstrate knowledge of applicable laws and regulations and the ability to ensure compliance.
• Can identify and solve problems using structured and sensible approaches and leverage solutions that are both innovative as well as common sense based on the need.
• Can synthesize and present complex information about projects and systems that can be understood across functions and domains and by non-technical audiences.
• Flexible and creative having a willingness to experiment, pursue new ideas, and take risks when solving complex challenges.

NOTE : Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications. Preferences

• Experience with CDBG and GLO is a plus.
• Advanced skills in Excel including complex Excel functions, pivot tables, charts, etc. is a plus.

General Information Position Type:

• Regular Full-Time

Hours:

• 40 hours per week

Salary:

• To be discussed at the interview

Location:

• 9900 Northwest Freeway Houston, TX 77092

Physical Demands and Environmental Exposure:

• Frequent standing and walking; prolonged sitting for extended periods of time.
• Frequent sorting, filing, shelving, and handling of documents, books, files, file drawers, and related materials and equipment required for clerical operations.
• Occasional stooping, bending, reaching, lifting, and carrying of items up to 15 pounds.
• Occasional ascending/descending stairs.
• Work is performed indoors in a normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, air conditions, and noise levels.
• Requires extensive use of a video display terminal (computer monitor).

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards. Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department. BENEFITS Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as defined benefit retirement plan. The following list of benefits is offered only to employees in regular (full-time) positions:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Life Insurance
• Long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service. Accrual rates increase based on years of service.
• 10 county holidays plus one (1) floating holiday
• Professional development opportunities
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Healthcare Reimbursement Account
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are also available to regular (full-time) employment and may be available to part-time employees:

• Retirement pension (TCDRS)
  • Flexible schedules (varies by department)
    • Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)

In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed. For plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website: