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Department Fiscal Administrator (Various Departments)

City of San Antonio

San Antonio, TXFull-time$95–145K/yrTracked 3w agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation
$95–145K/yr
Location
San Antonio, TX
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

City of San Antonio is hiring a Department Fiscal Administrator (Various Departments). Under administrative direction, the Department Fiscal Administrator manages financial operations for various city departments, overseeing budgeting, accounting, grant compliance, procurement, and staff supervision in an office environment.

Key focus areas include Direct staff in developing and administering operating and capital budgets, Act in fiduciary capacity for financial reporting, accounts payable, procurement, payroll, and time attendance, and Coordinate preparation and monitoring of the annual budget and corrective actions.

Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree, 5 Years Budgeting And Fiscal Operations Experience, and 3 Years Management Or Supervisory Experience. Important skills include GAAP, Budget Administration, Administrative Practices, Computer Keyboard Operation, Basic Office Equipment Operation, and Clear And Effective Communication. Preferred (not required): Governmental Accounting, Auditing, Financial Reporting, and OMB Circulars.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Governmental AccountingAuditingFinancial ReportingGAAPOMB CircularsSingle AuditsBudget PreparationBudget AdministrationAutomated Financial and Accounting SystemsPlanningResearch PrinciplesAdministrative PracticesManagement PracticesPersonal ComputersAssociated SoftwareComputer Keyboard OperationBasic Office Equipment OperationClear and Effective CommunicationEstablish and Maintain Effective Working RelationshipsAnalyze Complex Accounting and Financial ProblemsAnalyze Documents and ReportsEvaluate Documents and ReportsAdministrative LeadershipProfessional LeadershipSAPSAePSPivot TablesV-LookupTrendingForecastingAdvanced ExcelBudgetingFiscal OperationsFund AccountingAutomated Financial SystemsPlanning and ResearchPersonal Computer OperationKeyboard OperationOffice Equipment OperationCommunicationRelationship BuildingAnalytical AbilityLeadership

Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeFive Years Budgeting ExperienceThree Years Management ExperienceMaster's in AccountingCertified Public Accountant (CPA)Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO)Experience Preparing BudgetsExperience Municipal Airport FundExperience Capital ProjectsExperience Rate Calculation Models

Benefits

Medical Insurance

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Department Fiscal Administrator (Various Departments)

Salary

$94,700.58 - $144,524.90 Annually

Location

100 W HOUSTON ST, SAN ANTONIO, 78205, TX

Job Type

4A Full-Time

Job Number

2026-01195

Department

Finance

Opening Date

07/27/2026

Closing Date

8/18/2026 11:59 PM Central

Grant Funded

No

FLSA Status

Exempt

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Job Summary

Under administrative direction, is responsible for managing the department's Financial Operations to include budget, finance, accounting, grant compliance, and procurement and may include contract monitoring for large and high transactional City departments or it may include providing support for multiple small and medium sized City departments. Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.

This position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

Work Location

One of Three Locations:

San Antonio International Airport - 10100 Reunion Place, 78216

ITSD - City Tower - 100 W Houston St, 78205

Animal Care Services - 4710 Highway 151, San Antonio TX, 78227

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 7:45 AM - 4:30 PM

Essential Job Functions

  • Directs staff in the development and administration of budgetary (operating and capital) and fiscal operations.

  • Acts in a fiduciary capacity for all financial and accounting activities to include financial reporting, budget maintenance, accounts payable, accounts receivable, procurement, payroll, and time and attendance.

  • Coordinates the preparation of the annual budget and monitors the budget to ensure it reflects the proper funding levels, expenditures and revenues, and develops corrective action plans when warranted.

  • Develops and coordinates the financial impact for the Request for Council Agenda item process.

  • Establishes, maintains, and drives continuous improvement of internal accounting and administrative controls for the safeguarding of the City's assets.

  • Coordinates activities and serves as liaison with other departments, divisions, and outside groups having an interest in financial matters.

  • Assists Department in developing division and departmental policy and long- and short-term goals, which includes participating in the departmental strategic planning efforts.

  • Coordinates and prepares reports and recommendations; composes correspondence, and represents the division at conferences and meetings.

  • Develops, maintains and updates departmental fiscal policies and procedures.

  • Provides technical guidance and direction, and coordinates training for departmental staff on an on-going basis.

  • Coordinates the completion of major special projects as directed by the Director or Assistant Director of Finance.

  • Interviews, selects, supervises, develops, evaluates, counsels, and if necessary, disciplines personnel according to established COSA policies, procedures, and guidelines.

  • Coordinates activities between the department and the audit community, which includes conducting reviews related to fiscal matters and developing control procedures related to audit findings to ensure compliance with City, Federal, and State Regulations and Department Administrative Directives.

  • Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.

  • Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in budgeting and fiscal operations, to include three (3) years of management or supervisory responsibility.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced SAP skills to include SAePS (San Antonio E-Procurement System).-Master's in Accounting.

  • Advanced Excel skills to include pivot tables, v-lookup, trending and forecasting.

  • Experience preparing/monitoring budgets.

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

  • Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO)

  • Experience working on Municipal Airport Fund.

  • Experience working on capital projects.

  • Experience working on various models to calculate rates.

Applicant Information

  • Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.

  • Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.

  • Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.

  • If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of governmental accounting, auditing, and financial reporting.

  • Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

  • Knowledge of OMB Circulars and Single Audits.

  • Knowledge of governmental/fund accounting.

  • Knowledge of principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.

  • Knowledge of automated financial and accounting systems.

  • Knowledge of planning and research principles, practices, and procedures.

  • Knowledge of administrative and management practices.

  • Skill in the proficient operation of personal computers and associated software.

  • Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment.

  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public.

  • Ability to analyze and evaluate complex accounting and financial problems, documents and reports.

  • Ability to provide administrative and professional leadership and direction to subordinate staff.

Benefits Information

The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee\_information/benefits/index.asp

Note:

  • Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.

  • Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information

The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department (https://www.sanantonio.gov/Hr/About/ContactUs?sendto=HR) so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.

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