Accounting Manager

To be considered for this position, please attach the following to your application:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or a related field.

Under direction, manages, plans and coordinates the day-to-day activities and operations of staff members in the preparation, processing, and maintenance of a wide variety of accounting records and financial reports. Provide highly responsible and complex professional staff assistance to the Director of Finance/City Treasurer.  Provides prospective changes in methods, procedures and policy to improve the delivery of City accounting services.  Provides direct supervision to the professional accounting staff, accounting assistants and other clerical staff.Disclaimer- This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed. Other related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objective, policies, and priorities for all accounting and financial programs and activities.
• Identify resource needs and recommend and implement policies and procedures.
• Select train, motivate, and evaluate assigned personnel. Provide or coordinate staff training and work with employees to correct deficiencies.

• Plan, organize, direct, and review the work plan for assigned services and activities. Meet with staff to identify and resolve problems. Assign work activities and projects.
• Monitor work-flow and review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures.
• Perform a variety of complex professional accounting tasks involving the use of automated fund financial systems and governmental accounting procedures.
• Prepare difficult and complex financial statements; prepare journal entries, reports, and claims in the assigned areas.
• Perform financial analysis, statistical analysis, cost analysis, account balancing and reconciliation, and internal auditing.

• Provide leadership and oversight of the development of the City budget.
• Provide leadership in assisting the Director of Finance in the annual preparation of the Comprehensive Annual Fiscal Report (CAFR).
• Develop and administer accounting and internal control systems, methods, procedures, policies, and manuals to ensure compliance with accounting standards.
• Prepare expenditure operating results compared to City budget
• Assist in the development and administration of the Community Redevelopment Agency Budget, and perform essential accounting and financial reporting for the agency.
• Review and audit financial records and activities, and recommend and direct staff in the resolution of errors and omissions.
• Respond to and resolve difficult inquiries and complaints from staff and general public.
• Communicate and resolve accounting problems and finance issues as they arise.
• Assist the Director of Finance in the conduct of the City’s fiscal programs, including purchasing.
• Work with departments in implementing the program. Evaluate department compliance with program goals and objectives.
• Respond to a variety of city, county, other agency, and association requests, and maintain an effective liaison with counterpart colleagues within those agencies.
• Undertake special projects as assigned by the Director of Finance, and other projects on own initiative as necessary for the improvement of department processes.
• Research, analyze, and compile data, or direct such compilation, of a variety of complex financial reports.
• Establish and ensure proper maintenance of City accounting and fiscal records and office files.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Knowledge of:

• Municipal finance and fund accounting principles and practices.
• Principles of budget preparation and control.
• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and financial and accounting regulations.
• Financial analysis and research procedures.
• Financial data processing and Windows-based financial computer applications.
• Use of oral and written English, spelling, punctuation, and composition.
• Advanced record keeping principles and practices.

Skilled in:

• Interpreting, and applying written procedures, policies, and codes.
• Performing complex arithmetic computations and intricate financial and accounting presentations. Organizing and directing the work of others.
• Organizing and maintaining accurate records and files.
• Preparing clear, concise and accurate reports.
• Organizing and directing the maintenance of records and filing systems.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Communicating tactfully and effectively with the public and other agencies.
• Analyzing administrative, operational, and organizational issues, evaluating alternatives, and reaching sound conclusions.
• Prioritizing work and coordinating activities.
• Using initiative and independent judgments within procedural parameters and established guidelines.

Ability to:

• Assess and evaluate situations and make recommendations for improvement.
• Devise and implement effective internal control procedures.
• Reduce complex financial data to a readily comprehensible form.
• Communicate clearly and concisely in oral and written English.
• Understand and apply established City and departmental policies, procedures, practices, and regulations.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Deal with the public under a variety of circumstances.
• Work independently and in an innovative manner on concurrent multiple projects.
• Operate standard office equipment, a personal computer and related equipment and programs, including spreadsheet, word processing, and specialized accounting and financial programs.
• Be bondable.
• Be consistent in meeting employment obligations by reporting on time and working full workdays and workweeks, as assigned.

LICENSES and CERTIFICATES:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in accounting, finance, business administration or a related field.

• Masters degree from an accredited college or university in one of the related fields is highly desired. 

• Five (5) years of responsible experience in governmental accounting, auditing, and public finance.

• Three (3) years of supervisory experience required.

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Certificate is desirable.

Selection Process:

Candidates with the most relevant qualifications will be invited to participate in the interview and testing processes. Reference checks, Live Scan, background investigations, and pre-employment physicals including drug testing are part of the employment process.