Welcome to Austin Financial Services
Austin Financial Services (AFS) plays a pivotal role in maintaining the financial and economic integrity of the City. AFS is dedicated to transparency, offering reliable and complete financial information to the City Council, City management and the community.
Our department supports financial and real estate processes from preparing the annual financial report, procurement services, franchise agreements, real estate transactions, real estate redevelopment activities and overseeing the City’s property, investment portfolio and debt management. AFS is proud to serve and act as a leader in financial management to its partner departments.
For more detailed information about the City budget, visit Austin Budget and Organizational Excellence.
Quick Links
Explore Austin Financial Services
Use this section to navigate our services and quickly find the information you need.
- Community Services
Find out how to manage claims, address billing issues, and file utility complaints. You can check whether the City is holding money for you and learn how to claim it.
- Financial Transparency
Browse information on the City’s bonds, tax increment reinvestment zones, and annual financial reports. These show how the City borrows money, invests in neighborhoods, and keeps track of its finances.
- Hotel and Rental Taxes
Find out how to pay hotel and short-term rental taxes to the City. You must submit quarterly reports in person or by mail by the following due dates: January 31, April 30, July 31, and October 31. Remember to file, even if no tax is due.
- Vendor Services
Learn how the City buys goods and services through the procurement process. Find out more about the City’s programs and policies that guide fair, competitive, and responsible purchasing.
- City Facilities and Property
Explore land and buildings the City owns and manages. You can also learn how the City redevelops properties and works with public improvement districts to make neighborhoods thrive.
Log in to Austin Finance Online
Visit Austin Finance Online (AFO) to handle all your business with the City of Austin in one place. You can pay your hotel or short-term rental taxes and submit your quarterly reports on time. You can also register as a vendor and explore current solicitation opportunities, so you never miss a chance to do business with us.
AFS Spotlight
- Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports
View the City of Austin’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports, including archives of past reports. The ACFR provides Austinites with a detailed look at the City’s finances, including how money is earned and spent.
- Real Estate
The City of Austin owns and leases properties throughout Austin and neighboring counties for public and municipal use. With the Property Profile GIS Viewer, you can easily search for City-owned land and facilities. Any potential leasing opportunities, when available, will be listed on the website.
- Vendor Academy
Discover how to successfully do business with the City. This program will give you the tools and information you need to better understand the City’s procurement programs and policies. If you sell goods, offer services, or do construction work, Vendor Academy will teach you the basics to help your business succeed.
