Chief Accountant

PRIMARY DUTY:

Responsible for the accounting and financial reporting functions under general direction. Supervises and manages assigned area of the department.

• Strong knowledge in the application of governmental Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements in financial/accounting transactions.
• Strong knowledge of accounting theory, principles and practices, and their application to a wide variety of accounting transactions and problems in municipal government accounting functions.
• Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to municipal government finance.
• Must have intermediate to advanced personal computer and software application skills including, but not limited to, Microsoft office, and ability to learn new computer information systems.
• Skilled in compiling and preparing financial reports.
• Ability to implement and administer financial accounting systems.
• Effective supervisory and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing including use of good grammar and conveying information in a tactful, concise, and professional manner.
• Ability to organize assignments and multiple tasks, prioritize and work independently.
• Must be flexible and adaptable to change.
• Must have polished and proven people skills with a focus of being able to interact well with a diverse population, provide excellent customer service, ability to diffuse conflict situations, and problem resolution.
• Must have the ability to maintain positive working relationships with fellow employees.
• Must demonstrate excellent teamwork skills.
• Must be detailed oriented.

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
• At least four (4) years of government accounting experience preferred.
• Two years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Any combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

CPA/CGFO preferred.