CRA Accounting Finance Manager

Provides advanced level financial, collaborative and support services including assistance to the Executive Director and high level executives. Responsible for the managing of daily activities of the Finance Department and to perform various financial administration duties including, but not limited to, accounts payable, bank reconciliation, payroll and benefits administration, accounting records, financial reports, and operating budget. The incumbent works under the direction of the Executive Director and work is reviewed through meetings, reports, observation, and task/report/project completion.

• Performs various accounting administration duties including accounts payable, payroll and benefits processing and administration, chart of accounts, preparing journal entries, reconciling and balancing bank statements and subsidiary ledgers, resolving accounting and financial issues, and Marina-related accounting and operational functions.
• Manages the daily operations of the Finance Department to ensure that financial transactions and reports are prepared and/or processed in accordance with established policies and practices.
• Reviews policies and procedures and makes recommendations for appropriate changes. Evaluates current procedures and work processes. Recommends and initiates revisions to procedures and processes to improve financial and operational efficiencies.
• Responsible for the timely preparation, analysis and distribution of monthly, quarterly and year-end financial reports.
• Assists with annual financial audit preparation and year-end closing. Serves as liaison to outside auditors in providing information, explanations and assistance in the completion of the CRA's annual audit.
• Assists in preparation, as needed, for economic development grant reimbursements and compliance.
• Ensures compliance with contract administration and procurement policies.
• Obtains purchase requisitions, bid requests, change orders, purchase orders, bid specifications for various operational services in accordance with procurement policy. Reviews with appropriate staff and management and makes recommendations for vendor selection.
• Prepares financial reports, procurement and other financial duties/special projects as assigned by the Executive Director.
• Reviews and prepares agenda items as needed.
• Reviews budget requests and financial activity of budget accounts for compliance with approved operating budget, tracks account balances, develops year-end budget estimates and prepares budget reports as needed.
• Provides assistance to staff in preparing budgets, calculates salaries and fringe benefits and other costs in budget, assists in compiling and preparing the proposed and final budget documents.
• Maintains knowledge of governmental accounting standards and the policies and practices in public finance by attending conferences and seminars.
• Performs other duties and assists in special projects as assigned by the Executive Director.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge and understanding of bookkeeping principles and practices.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting standards, financial reporting and budgeting.
• Knowledge of modern computer technology and use of personal computer and common office software.
• Knowledge of effective supervisory techniques.
• Skill in performing detailed analysis of financial reports.
• Ability to interact professionally with staff personnel, officials, consultants, and the general public.
• Ability to prepare complex financial/accounting reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to manage and prioritize routine, specialized and complex assessments and problems utilizing knowledge acquired through prior education, training and experience.
• Ability to plan, assign, supervise and review the work of assigned staff.
• Ability to expedite the assessment and resolution of issues.

• Bachelor's degree in financial accounting, business, public administration, or closely related field, supplemented by three (3) years previous experience and/or training that includes governmental accounting and budget administration work; or other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum qualifications may be substituted.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS / ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORSPhysical Ability:  Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.Sensory Requirements: Tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate visual cues or signals.  Tasks require the ability to communicate orally.Environmental Factors:  Essential functions are regularly performed in usual office conditions with rare exposure to adverse environmental conditions.The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including identity or expression), marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other protected classification as defined by applicable law (except as limited by Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational qualifications).
 
Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects qualified individuals with disabilities from employment discrimination. Under the ADA, a person has a disability if he/she has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. The physical demands described within the job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the ADA, the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
 
 A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.
 
VETERANS' PREFERENCE:
Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority in the City’s hiring process. Additionally, certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment by the City.