- Financial accounting and reporting the results of the operations to the Commissioners Court and the District Judges of Cameron County.
- General audit oversight of the books and records maintained by the elected and appointed officials of the County.
- Processing vendor payments and payroll.
- Financial advice to Commissioners Court, when requested.
Please Note:
- Checks are processed every Friday and are distributed by the Treasurer’s Office upon approval by Commissioners’ Court.
- Commissioners’ Court regular meetings are on a biweekly basis.
- It is necessary for all invoices to be received at accounts payable by Tuesday, 5:00 p.m. to meet the deadline of Friday’s check processing.
- All invoices should be mailed to:
Cameron County
Auditor’s Office – Accounts Payable
1100 E. Monroe St.
Brownsville, TX 78520
If any questions, please call (956) 544-0822
Current Information:
- Annual Comprehensive Financial Report 2024
- Parks System Financial Statements 2024
- Bridge System Financial Statements 2024
2023
- Annual Comprehensive Financial Report 2023
- Parks System Financial Statements 2023
- Bridge System Financial Statements 2023
2022
- Annual Comprehensive Financial Report 2022
- Parks System Financial Statements 2022
- Bridge System Financial Statements 2022
Monthly Financial Information:
– Archived Monthly Reports November 2023
- Open Purchase Order By GL pdf
- Encumbrance Report for Dept Distribution pdf
- Cash Disbursement Journal By GL pdf
- Budget to Actual pdf
– Archived Monthly Reports October 2023
- Open Purchase Order By GL pdf
- Encumbrance Report for Dept Distribution pdf
- Cash Disbursement Journal By GL pdf
- Budget to Actual pdf
2021
- Annual Comprehensive Financial Report 2021
- International Toll Bridge System Financial Statements 2021
- Parks System Financial Statements 2021
2020
- Annual Comprehensive Financial Report 2020
- International Toll Bridge System Financials 2020
- Park System Financial Statements 2020
2019
- Annual Comprehensive Financial Report 2019
- Park System – Financial Statements 2019
- International Toll Bridge System Financials 2019
2018
- Annual Comprehensive Financial Report 2018
- Park System – Financial Statement 2018
- International Toll Bridge System Financials 2018
2017
- Annual Comprehensive Financial Report 2017
- Park System – Financial Statement 2017
- International Toll Bridge System Financials 2017
2016
- Annual Comprehensive Financial Report 2016
- Park System – Financial Statements 2016
- International Bridge System – Financial Statement 2016
2015
- Annual Comprehensive Financial Report 2015
- International Bridge System – Financial Statements 2015
- Park System Financial Report 2015
2014
- Annual Comprehensive Financial Report 2014
- Park System Financial Statements 2014
- International Bridge System -Financial Statements and
Independent Auditor’s Report 2014
2013
2012
2011
Bridge Reports
You will find the latest information regarding Property Tax Rates. This page is updated as the information is received from the budget office. Xavier Villarreal, Deputy County Administrator
- 2021-2022 Approved Budget
- 2020-2021 Approved Budget
- 2019-2020 Approved Budget
- 2018-2019 Approved Budget
- 2017-2018 Approved Budget
- 2016-2017 Approved Budget
- 2015-2016 Approved Budget
- 2014-2015 Approved Budget
- 2013-2014 Approved Budget
- 2012-2013 Approved Budget
- 2011-2012 Approved Budget
- 2010-2011 Approved Budget
| NAME | TITLE | EXTENSION | PHONE NUMBER | |
| Lorena Hernandez, CPA | County Auditor | 0822 | 956-544-0822 | lorena.hernandez01@co.cameron.tx.us |
| Janett Monsivais, CPA | 1st Assistant Auditor | 0822 | 956-544-0822 | janett.monsivais@co.cameron.tx.us |
| Accounts Payable | ||||
| Jose (Joey) Hernandez | ACA/ Accts Payable Supervisor | 1307 | 956-550-1307 | jose.hernandez01@co.cameron.tx.us |
| Islene Rodriguez | ACA/ Office Administrator/Travel | 0822 | 956-544-0822 | islene.rodriguez@co.cameron.tx.us |
| Cesar Cardenas | ACA/ Accts Payable Specialist | 7289 | 956-550-7289 | cesar.cardenas@co.cameron.tx.us |
| Marcy Moseley | ACA/ Accts Payable Specialist | 5404 | 956-982-5404 | marcia.moseley@co.cameron.tx.us |
| Rebecca Cortez | ACA/ Accts Payable Specialist | 1363 | 956-550-1363 | rebecca.cortez@co.cameron.tx.us |
| Francisco Puentes | ACA/ Accts Payable Specialist | 7296 | 956-550-7296 | francisco.puentes@co.cameron.tx.us |
| Sergio Mata | ACA/ Accts Payable Specialist | 1212 | 956-372-1212 | sergio.mata@co.cameron.tx.us |
| Payroll Division | ||||
| Payroll | Payroll | 0822 | 956-544-0822 | payroll@co.cameron.tx.us |
| Grants Division | ||||
| Mariah Williams | ACA/ Accountant Manager | 0822 | 956-544-0822 | mariah.williams01@co.cameron.tx.us |
| Luis Perez | ACA/ Grants Auditor | 2358 | 956-509-2358 | luis.aperez@co.cameron.tx.us |
| Isabel De la Garza | ACA/ Grants Auditor | 7297 | 956-589-7297 | isabel.delagarza@co.cameron.tx.us |
| Mildred Montano | ACA/ Grants Auditor | 1366 | 956-550-1366 | mildred.montano@co.cameron.tx.us |
| Internal Auditors Division | ||||
| Lyzeth Alaffa, CPA | ACA/ Internal Audits Director | 0822 | 956-544-0822 | lyzeth.alaffa@co.cameron.tx.us |
| Jose Blanco, CPA | ACA/ Senior Lead Internal Auditor | 0822 | 956-544-0822 | jose.blanco@co.cameron.tx.us |
| Mateo Flores | ACA/ Senior Internal Auditor | 0822 | 956-544-0822 | mateo.flores@co.cameron.tx.us |
| Jennifer Carpio | ACA/ Internal Auditor | 0822 | 956-544-0822 | jennifer.carpio@co.cameron.tx.us |
| Financial Auditors Division | ||||
| Norma E. Valladarez | ACA/ Senior Accountant Manager | 0822 | 956-544-0822 | norma.valladarez@co.cameron.tx.us |
| Eduardo Cisneros | ACA/ Financial Accountant | 7298 | 956-589-7298 | eduardo.cisneros@co.cameron.tx.us |
| Irma Salazar | ACA/ Financial Accountant | 7277 | 956-550-7277 | irma.salazar@co.cameron.tx.us |
| Jose De La O | ACA/ Financial Accountant/Fixed Assets | 1349 | 956-550-1349 | jose.delao@co.cameron.tx.us |
| Christina E. Garcia | ACA/ Fee & Trust Funds Accountant | 9577 | 956-548-9577 | christina.chavez01@co.cameron.tx.us |
| Gricelda Montoya | ACA/ Financial Analyst | 6455 | 956-356-6455 | gricelda.montoya@co.cameron.tx.us |
| Oscar Medrano | ACA/ Financial Accountant | 1398 | 956-550-1398 | oscar.medrano@co.cameron.tx.us |
| Alma Isela Casas | ACA/ Financial Accountant | 0897 | 956-544-0897 | alma.casas@co.cameron.tx.us |
| Hendrick Quellhorst | ACA/ Data Analyst | 1352 | 956-550-1352 | hquellhorst@co.cameron.tx.us |
PAYROLL
Frequently Asked Questions
PAY STUBS:
- If you are a Current Employee, please request your pay stub from your Department Timekeeper
- Former County Employees may obtain past pay stubs by contacting the Payroll Division at countypayroll@co.cameron.tx.us and providing a copy of their Driver Licenses and Last 4 Digits of SS# for verification purposes.
Review the Pay Period dates and total hours listed on your paystub & compare this information to your UKG Timecard. If discrepancies are found, please contact your Department Timekeeper.
Notify Payroll immediately by emailing to cameron.countypayroll@co.cameron.tx.us with the details of the discrepancy.
TAX FORMS:
Complete a new W-4 Form and submit it to your Department Timekeeper, who will forward it to Payroll. You may also email it directly to cameron.countypayroll@co.cameron.tx.us or deliver it in person to the Payroll Department. IRS W-4
You may request copies of prior-year W-2s by emailing cameron.countypayroll@co.cameron.tx.us . Please include a copy of your photo ID and the last four digits of your Social Security Number for verification purposes.
EMPLOYEE PROFILE CHANGES::
Reach out to your Department Timekeeper to complete a Direct Deposit Form and submit it to your Department Timekeeper, who will forward it to Payroll. Please note any changes to Direct Deposit information will result in a printed check issued for the next scheduled Pay Period. Afterwards, all future payroll will be to the new Direct Deposit Checking Account.
Please complete a W-4 Form and submit it to your Department Timekeeper, who will forward the information to Human Resources for processing.
PAYROLL CUT OFF DEADLINES:
Payroll changes will be processed if submitted prior to Friday at 12:00 PM on the week before a Friday’s Paycheck (Exceptions: Holidays, please review pay period schedule).
Any changes or requests received after this Friday 12:00 PM cut-off will be processed in the following Pay Period. This includes time adjustment forms, W-4s, Direct Deposit Changes, Name and address changes, transfers, etc.
Reviewed and approved Department Timecards must be submitted by Friday at 12:00 PM on the week before Friday’s Paycheck. (Exceptions: Holidays, please review pay period schedule)
HOLIDAYS:
No, the Holiday will be credited to be used in a future alternative day as per Personnel Policy 10.11 Holiday. Department Timekeepers are responsible to keep records of all unused and used Holiday Credits.
No, unused Holiday will be credited to be used on a future alternative day as per Personnel Policy 10.11 Holiday.
No, for a Holiday Credit to be used it must have been earned.
Yes, as per Personnel Policy 10.11 Holiday, accumulated Holiday Credit must be taken by end of each fiscal year (September 30) and shall not be carried forward.
No, as per Personnel Policy 10.11 Holiday, Unused holiday leave is cancelled upon separation from employment without compensation to employee.
CASH PAYMENT OT:
Cash Payment: Overtime only if funds are available in the department’s budget. Please contact your Department’s Timekeeper for interdepartmental policy and procedure.
An employee starts earning overtime when physically worked + 40 hours per week.
Law enforcement employee starts earning overtime when physically worked + 86 hour per pay period (end of shift).
No, as per County Personnel Policy 7.08: For the purpose of computing overtime, time away from the job during the workweek, such as vacation, holidays, illness, or approved absences, will not be included in a workweek.
| Ex | Non-Exempt Employee (Hourly Employee) | ||||||||
| Worked Hours/Week | 36.00 | Worked Hours/ Week | 42.00 | ||||||
| Vacation Used | 8.00 | Vacation Used | 4.00 | ||||||
| Total Hours | 44.00 | Total Hours | 46.00 | ||||||
| Straight Time Rate | 44.00 | Straight Time Rate | 44.00 | ||||||
| Overtime Rate OR Comp-Time 1.5 | 0.00 | Overtime Rate OR Comp-Time1.5 | 2.00 | ||||||
| Ex | Law Enforcement Hourly Employee | ||||||||
| Worked Hours/Week | 78.00 | Worked Hours/ Week | 88.00 | ||||||
| Vacation Used | 8.00 | Vacation Used | 4.00 | ||||||
| Total Hours | 86.00 | Total Hours | 92.00 | ||||||
| Straight Time Rate | 86.00 | Straight Time Rate | 90.00 | ||||||
| Overtime Rate OR Comp-Time 1.5 | 0 | Overtime Rate OR Comp-Time 1.5 | 2.00 | ||||||
COMPENSATORY-TIME:
Yes, the maximum amount of comp-time allowed by the County is 100 hours. The maximum amount under the Federal Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is 240 hours.
Law Enforcement: Yes, the maximum amount of comp-time allowed by the County is 200 hours. The maximum amount under the Federal Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is 480 hours.
No, Department Heads shall require employees use all comp time accumulated between the 100 hour County limit and the 240 FLSA limit.
Law Enforcement: No, Department Heads shall require employees use all comp time accumulated between the 200 hour County limit and the 480FLSA limit.
As per County Personnel Policy 7.06 Overtime and Compensatory Time: at the end of a pay period, a non-exempt employee shall be paid cash for all hour worked beyond the 240 hours compensatory hours allowed by law.
Law Enforcement: As per County Personnel Policy 7.06 Overtime and Compensatory Time: at the end of a pay period, a non-exempt employee shall be paid cash for all hour worked beyond the 480 hours compensatory hours allowed by law.
EMPLOYEE SEPARATION:
No, only unused vacation and comp-time hours will be paid at separation.
No, as per County Personnel Policy 10.04 Sick Leave: unused sick leave is cancelled upon termination of employment without compensation to the employee.
Yes, any vacation extended and approved by Commissioners’ Court will be paid at separation up through the date of extension.
Contact Human Resources at HR@co.cameron.tx.us for assistance on updating your separation date in the TCDRS system.
PRINTED CHECKS:
Printed checks are issued for New Hires (1st payment), Employee Separations (final payout), Direct Deposit Updates/Changes (for verification). All checks for employees separated from the County will be mailed out on the day of payroll check. New Hires and Director Deposit Updates/Changes can be picked up at the Treasurer’s Office, you will need your driver’s license for verification.
LEAVE:
Type of leave that rolls over are as follow:
- Sick Leave (max accumulation of 480 hours)
- Comp-time Leave
Vacation Leave must be used within each fiscal year (Sep 30th), the County provides an automatic extension to December 31st. Any vacation not used as of December 31st is lost. Department Timekeepers shall adjust unused vacation leave accordingly before the 1st January Paycheck.
Yes, the following linked report can assist you with step-by-step instructions for navigating the UKG Timekeeping System.
COMMUNITY LOAN CENTER:
Payroll verification occurs once a day by 9 AM. Any application received passed 9 AM will be verified for the following business day. On a Friday Paycheck payroll week, applications will be verified Mondays, Thursday and Fridays at 9 AM.
Information on your application might have errors. The Payroll Division verifies the Legal Name, Employee ID, SS#, Date of Birth, Length of Employment (3 months minimum), Job Title, Department, Supervisor and Hourly Rate/Salary Amount and Pay Cycle, if any of these differ it can cause a failed application. If failed application, Community Loan Center will reach out to applicant for further action.
Please reach out by email to the Payroll Division for any other questions not listed above.