Finance Accountant II

Job Description:

Finance Accountant II

Description

Overview

The Finance Accountant II is responsible for supporting the financial functions of the organization. The responsibilities include a range of accounting tasks, including recording financial transactions to the general ledger, reconciling accounts, and assisting in the preparation of financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Interface transactions from Municipal Court, RCS Central Cashiering, RCS Development Services, Marina and Solid Waste from various financial systems to Infor FSM

• Reconcile City deposit transactions (cash, checks, credit card, & ACH payments) by utilizing advanced Excel functions for large volumes of transactions

• Investigate and resolve out-of-balance conditions on interfaced reports

• Reconcile General Ledger Account: Credit Card Suspense, NSF, and Lockbox Suspense

• Research and identify errors in transaction data from interfaced reports

• Contact departments to explain necessary corrections and collaborate on error resolution

• Query various systems, including Cashbooks, General Ledger, First View, Velocity, PayPal, RCS, IRS, Rhythm for Civis, WatchCaptain, Mettler Toledo, Tyler Technologies, Elavon, and Frost Bank to research errors and discrepancies

• Submit reversal requests to Municipal Court, Latchkey, Parks & Rec, Marina, and Solid Waste for correction on merchant chargebacks

• Demonstrate proficiency in navigating and utilizing multiple financial systems for research and corrections

• Ability to document and update daily procedures in a desk manual

• Updates the Excel Lease Purchase database with accurate and current information

• Processes monthly General Ledger journal entries for Beach Operations, Latchkey and Rec Pro

• May be asked to perform other duties as assigned

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Exempt - Full-Time

• Non rotating 40-hour work week, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; must be available to work additional hours as needed

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement

• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (BA/ BS)

• Three (3) years of experience

Licenses and Certifications

Required

• Advanced knowledge in Excel

• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal Background Check: Yes

• Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes

• Drug Screening: Yes

• Physical Exam: Yes

• Clearinghouse Query: No

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications and may request additional information. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview.

Supplemental Information

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi.

The City of Corpus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

Closing Date/Time: April 2, 2026

Salary:

57,813.39-63,125.00 USD