Accounting Manager (governmental accounting)

Job Duties & Responsibilities: Prepare annual financial reports; gather, research, compile, and analyze data for the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report Participate, coordinate, and assist in directing the annual audit processes; serve as liaison to the external auditor, Directs the development of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Customer Service divisions' work plans and work programs; monitor workflow; review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives;

Participate in budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations; monitor and control expenditures.Participate in the selection of staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline procedures.

Establish and maintain accurate records of vendor accounts, including vendor invoices and payments, and assist with the monthly and end of year reporting requirements.Perform a variety of routine to difficult accounting and financial recordkeeping work in the preparation of financial and statistical records and reports.

Payment activities: Maintain general ledger, close and adjust journals and ledgers.Maintain and reconcile balances on all cash accounts.Maintain depreciation schedules for all office and field equipment.Answer questions and provide information to the public; investigatecomplaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints.

Required Skills & Experience: Principles and practices of governmental accounting.Advanced accounting principles including thorough knowledge of applicable accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, fixed assets systems and procedures, and financial chart of accounts.Development and maintenance of filing and fiscal recordkeeping systems.Research and evaluation methods.Word processing, spreadsheets, databases and electronic mail.Computer systems and software applications related to financial accounting, customer information and billing.

License and Certification: Possession of Certified Public Accountant license desirable but not required. FLSA: Exempt

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $120,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person