ABOUT THE COALITION

The Coalition for the Homeless of Houston/Harris County (CFTH) has received recognition as

the lead agency of one of the nation’s most successful and effective Homeless Response

Systems (HRS). Along with its more than 100 other community partners, CFTH has

transformed the city of Houston and surrounding counties by decreasing homelessness by more

than 60% since 2011. If you’re a highly motivated self-starter looking for a chance to use your

skills, talent, and experience in a meaningful way that transforms lives, then come find your

home at CFTH!

ABOUT THE POSITION

We’re looking for someone interested in providing high-level support to the CFTH financial and

grant management operations. This position will be responsible for various accounting tasks,

financial analysis, and reporting requirements. The ideal candidate is self-motivated and

organized, with a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work independently and collaborate

effectively within a team. An overview or responsibilities include general ledger management

and reconciliation, invoice and expense processing and reporting, accounts payable &

receivable, financial reporting, compliance & auditing, monthly grant billing and accounting,

monthly, quarterly, and yearly reporting, and other related tasks.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Cash receipts which include reviewing for accuracy, collaborating with Development

Team for coding, data input into accounting software to tie to bank reconciliation.

2. Accounts payable bill management to include importing, coding of allowable/disallowed

funds, digital documentation storage, processing checks.

3. Maintain Vendor files including W-9 collection and ACH documentation.

4. Ensure accounts payable are set up accurately with Sales Tax Exemption.

5. Process Employee Payroll Expense reimbursements through expense software

reporting to HR for monthly reimbursement.

6. Process credit card transactions using expense software including coding, receipt

capture, reconciling to credit card statements and processing entry.

7. Manage digital documentation from accounts payable, cash receipts and payroll

transactions.

8. Provide reporting needed by Finance Manager and Director of Finance.

9. Provide support during annual audit with special emphasis on providing documentation

needed for the single audit.

10. Provide support as needed for the budget process.

11. Cross-training to act as back-up support for Accounting Programs.

12. Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and 2 years’ experience in an accounting or

finance role for a complex organization OR associate degree in accounting or finance

and 4 years’ experience in an accounting or finance position for a complex organization,

OR a high school diploma or GED and at least 6 years’ experience in an accounting or

finance role for a complex organization.

2. Advanced knowledge of excel such as pivot tables, vlookups, and logical formulas.

3. Advanced knowledge of accounting principles, standards, and regulations

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

1. Experience in a high-volume accounts payable environment

2. Non-Profit experience

3. Experience with fund

accounting for government and/or private grants.

4. Bill-Pay applications; i.e. Bill.com, Concur

5. Accounting Software Applications: MIP, Sage Intaact, NetSuite and/or SAP

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

1. Ability to work with and to apply mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages,

ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

2. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

3. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or

diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

4. Agility and flexibility in learning new technologies including business intelligence tools

and operational management software.

5. Well-developed analytical skills, critical thinking skills and communication skills.

6. Must be able to work well with others throughout the operations of the business.

7. Proven ability to read and interpret financial documents and ability to write routine

reports and correspondence.

8. Ability to manage large volume transactions.

9. Proven ability to apply GAAP standards and verify the accuracy of data presented for

processing and providing options/recommendations for resolution.

10. Forward thinking and ability to solve problems to find the most efficient and accurate

resolution.

11. Ability to meet deadlines.

12. Ability to be flexible to new program requirements presented and adapt to the adjusted

terms of policies and procedures.

13. Ability to exercise discretion and ensure a high-level of confidentiality.

14. Ability to multi-task to meet all deadlines from multiple requesting entities.

SALARY & BENEFITS

This is a full-time, non-exempt position. CFTH deeply values fair and equitable wages that

enable our Team Members and their families to thrive. As such, individuals who meet our

minimum education and experience requirements will join our team at the midpoint of the range

for their position.

CFTH also offers an extensive and generous benefits package, including health insurance (with

80% of the premiums paid for employee-only plans), 120 hours of general paid time off and 13

paid holidays, a 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% employer contribution that vests immediately,

free covered, valet parking, and other key benefits. CFTH also invests in Team members’

professional development and grants employees time off to participate in volunteer

opportunities.

WORKING WITH CFTH

We believe that diversity is critical to our mission, and we value an inclusive culture. We strongly

encourage applications from people with lived experiences related to our programs and

applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

CFTH is an equal opportunity employer; we do not discriminate in employment based on race,

religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical

condition, marital status, sex, gender or gender identity, age, or sexual orientation.