Accounting Manager

Performs senior-level complex work, in addition to managerial responsibilities. Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Responsible for managing and overseeing the daily operations of the accounting department; supervising accounting staff and assigning duties; ensuring proper treatment with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) according to the Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB); overseeing the annual external audit;

and assists with the operating budget function.

• Supervises the Accountant, Senior Accountant, and the Accounting Supervisor.
• Responsible for interviewing, hiring, and training employees. Addresses and resolves personnel issues and takes responsibility for subordinates’ activities.
• Administers, manages, plans, and directs the activities of the Accounting Division. Evaluates work performance of assigned staff and provides timely feedback. Inspires and encourages staff development, provides staff training, responds to staff inquiries, and ensures that tasks are performed timely and accurately.
• Responsible for the annual year-end financial system close out process ensuring all general ledger reconciliations, accruals, and various year-end adjustments and entries are accurate and complete.
• Responsible for the development and periodic review of internal controls within the City as they relate to the accounting function; ensures compliance with City policies, federal laws and mandated standards. Updates policy and procedures as needed.
• Responsible for researching new accounting pronouncements issued by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and legal requirements. Develops a process for implementing new standards into the workflow and financial statements.
• Directs the maintenance of the City's accounting records and accounting systems. Oversee general ledger entries and approves all general ledger reconciliations. Prepares journal entries. Oversee record retention of accounting documentation.
• Coordinates selection of the independent auditors and serves as the primary contact for the audit. Prepares Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). Coordinates with auditors to issue annual reports and implement the auditor’s recommendations.
• Responsible for debt management, including maintaining the debt service schedule subsidiary ledgers and preparing year end journal entries.
• Provides assistance with Request for Proposal (RFP) for bank depository services.
• Responsible for Record Retention process and execution.
• Completes analytical reviews of balance sheet and income statement accounts to confirm accuracy. Research items as needed and prepares corrections to general ledger.
• Assists other departments in analysis of financial transactions and reconciliations of subsystems to the general ledger. Ensures 3rd party systems have proper integration with ERP system.
• Responsible for reviewing and administering the annual operating budget for compliance, including the Capital Improvement Program.
• Oversee the credit card merchant accounts City-wide. Assist departments with requests for equipment, new credit card merchant account set up, and with any issues with day-to-day operations.
• Responds quickly and accurately to Open Record Requests through appropriate channels.
• Assists in developing long-term goals, objectives, and priorities for the Accounting Division.
• Responds to requests for service or assistance, displays willingness to make decisions, exhibits sound and accurate judgement, supports and explains reasoning for decisions, and includes the appropriate people in decision making process.
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service with tact and consideration. Offers assistance and support to co-workers and works cooperatively in group situations. Provides training to City staff.
• Provides back up for the Deputy Chief Financial Officer in their absence.
• Performs additional related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with…