Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Administrative Management, Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Bid Analysis, Budgeting, Business Administration, Capital Markets, Capital Project, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Driver's License, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Management, Financial Operations, Financial Policies, Financial Procedures, Financial Reporting, Financial Services, Forecasting, Government Accounting, Grant Writing, Maintain Compliance, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Professional Services, Project Planning, Public Accounting, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Reporting Skills, Request for Proposals (RFP), Retirement Plan, Technical Accounting, Technical Analysis, Technical Writing, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Selection
Infrastructure Services Finance Technician
Salary
See Position Description
Location
Waco, TX
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
2026-01182
Department
INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES
Division
INFRASTRUC SVCS TRANSPORTATION
Opening Date
06/17/2026
- Description
- Benefits
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Summary
Minimum Starting Salary: $62,459.19 per year
The City of Waco Seeks:
An experienced finance professional to become the next Infrastructure Services Finance Technician. You will assist the Administrative Services Manager with managing the Department's financial operations. If you are a finance professional, this is the perfect role for you.
Minimum Qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field and 3 years' experience in governmental accounting and budgeting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Valid Texas Driver's License
Preferred:
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license from Texas State Board of Public Accountancy
Position Description:
Under general supervision, assists the department in planning and directing financial operations and managing compliance with City and department policies and procedures; develops complex financial reports, analyzes, budgets, and assists with rate proposals.
Essential Functions:
- Assists the Administrative Services Manager with managing the Department's financial operations and the timely and accurate analysis and reporting of financial and technical information.
- Prepares and presents budgets, financial forecasts and status reports; assures effective communication of financial issues.
- Prepares presentations on the status of annual and current budgets, CIP projects, and other financial analysis as directed.
- Using knowledge of City Finance policies and procedures, reviews and processes technical accounting documents, develops financial reports and forecasts, analyzes technical accounting information, and develops recommendations and summary reports.
- Prepares City Council agenda items and Council presentations for the department when requested.
- Oversees financial operations; assures the quality of the financial activities, services, and work products; develops work plans and ensures required deadlines are met.
- Performs a variety of technical accounting functions; evaluates and analyzes financial issues and policies and recommends solutions; coordinates work with other City departments and public agencies.
- Assists with organizing and managing financial activities and provides professional-level support in a variety of areas, including purchasing, receivables, payments, capital reporting, fiscal studies, rate proposals, City Council agenda items and a variety of general accounting functions.
- Identifies and prepares grant opportunities and applications for alternative funds for Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) and programs of interest to the Department.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Coordinates purchasing activities in order to procure the most cost-effective supplies, materials, equipment, and services from qualified and responsive vendors; oversees the preparation and evaluation of bids, proposals, qualifications, and the selection of vendors.
- Prepares for posting requests for bids, proposals, and qualifications. Coordinates work with bidders, contractors, suppliers, and professional service providers; assists with the review, analysis, evaluation, and solicitation of bid responses, pricing, technical documentation, and contracts. Resolves problems encountered with vendors; tracks the status of purchase orders.
- Operates a personal or City vehicle to safely transport staff, equipment, and supplies between city offices and other locations in and around the city.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
- Supports the relationship between the City of Waco and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with residents, visitors, and City staff, maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information
- Lives the City of Waco Values.
The City of Waco offers a complete benefits package for eligible employees including; health, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, long term and short term disability, retirement, deferred compensation plans, holidays, vacation, sick leave, credit union and savings bonds.
To learn more about the benefits offered, visit our Benefits page.
Why Work For Waco:
Meaningful and challenging work
Make a difference and improve communities
Competitive Salary and Benefits
Full Range of Benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
Mandatory TMRS Retirement Plan with a 2:1 City Match
Education Assistance Program
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance
Longevity Pay
And More!
Chance to do work you are passionate about
Desire to give back
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Do you have a Bachelors Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field?
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If yes, what was your major of study (enter N/A if no)?
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Do you have a valid Drivers License?
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Do you have a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license from Texas State Board of Public Accountancy (preferred)?
Required Question
Employer City of Waco
Address PO Box 2570
Waco, Texas, 76702
Phone 2547505740
Website https://www.waco-texas.com/jobs