Accounting Manager (Aviation)

Accounting Manager (Aviation)

Salary

$93,891.97 - $149,851.88 Annually

Location

Aviation Administration - Terminal 4, 320 Terminal Drive Suite 200, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315, FL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

1414605

Department

Avi AF&B Cap Proj Fin & Acctng

Opening Date

08/04/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

Veterans Preference Notice

Under Section 295.07, Florida Statutes, certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment with Broward County and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.

International Degree Verification

International degrees must be evaluated by an approved member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) www.naces.org/members or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE) https://aice-eval.org/endorsed-members. Candidates are responsible for all evaluation expenses. Completed evaluations do not guarantee employment and are subject to approval by Broward County Human Resources.

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REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking a qualified candidates for the position of Accounting Manager in the Aviation Finance Division.

This job announcement will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received.

Benefits of Broward County Employment

Eleven (11) paid holidays each year

Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 weeks per year

Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K annually)

Up to 40 hours of Job Basis Leave for eligible positions

Paid Parental Leave

Health Benefits

High-Deductible Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums: Employee $10.90 / Family $80.79

Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2000 Annually

Consumer Driven Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums: Employee $82.58 / Family $286.79

Florida Retirement System (FRS) - Pension or Investment Plan

457 Deferred Compensation County matches up to $2,000 a year

The Broward County Aviation Department, which manages the Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport and North Perry Airport (a general aviation facility), seeks an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee Capital Projects who manages the budget, accounting/reporting and financial activities for the Aviation Departments Capital projects and capital assets. They will also be responsible for the analytical function of the Aviation Department to support optimal business decision making. This job includes budget compilation responsibility, financial and business analysis, long-term strategic planning, and the preparation of expense and cash forecasts. This job requires a strategic thinker who performs to a high degree of accuracy and is very organized and self-motivated. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and advanced knowledge and understanding of financial accounting, internal controls and financial management, with a high level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel, are essential. Experience of airport finance, accounting and rate setting practices is highly desirable.

General Description

Supervises the activities of professional and clerical staff in the management of the accounting and financial reporting sections in the Finance Division.

Works under administrative supervision, developing and implementing programs within organizational policies and reports major activities to executive level administrators through conferences and reports.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Requires a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, business, finance, or related degree; or a Bachelors degree and coursework that qualifies for CPA Examination.

Requires four (4) years experience in governmental accounting, auditing or closely related experience; including 4 years supervising subordinates and working collaboratively with a team and customers on solution-focused outcomes.

Special Certifications and Licenses

None.

Preferences

Masters Degree in accounting, business, finance, or related field

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Accredited Airport Executive Certification (AAE) or Airport Certified Employee (ACE)

Certified Management Accountant (CMA)

Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)

Budgeting and Forecasting Experience

Capital Asset Management Experience

Airport Improvement Program Grant Experience

Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) Experience

1+ Years PeopleSoft Financials Experience

Additional Information

All candidates must complete an extensive ten (10) year work history verification and criminal background check, including fingerprinting and all other information as required by the Federal Aviation Administration. Ability to maintain authorization to drive a County vehicle.

The Aviation Department operates under a Drug-Free Workplace Policy in compliance with the provisions of the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988. All Aviation Department employees must possess the ability to interact courteously with the public, Airport vendors, contractors and fellow employees to maintain a professional work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that promotes a positive work environment.

Ability to obtain/maintain Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) access with Customs and Border Protection Seal.

Ability to obtain / maintain Airfield driving privileges.

Must possess a valid Florida drivers license during employment and maintain authority to drive on County business.

Per the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, Part 1542, all airport employees must undergo a Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) and a Security Threat Assessment (STA) to obtain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge, as required by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).

SCOPE OF WORK

Duties and Responsibilities

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.

Plans, coordinates and directs the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements; manages assigned staff to ensure compliance with accounting and reporting standards, department deadlines, and goals.

Supervises the maintenance of the general ledger for all funds, including monthly general ledger accounts reconciliations, reviewing and monitoring of various general ledger account activities and balances; supervises the monthly financial closing process in the financial system, including the timely and accurate recording of adjusting journal entries and accruals.

Manages various accounting functions such as the recording of capital assets, accounts payable, payroll review, cash receipts deposits, grant billings, filing of sales tax and water tax returns, and promotional reports.

Coordinates audits performed by public accounting firms and serves as the primary contact with auditors in matters related to financial audits; manages the daily activities of the revenue accounting section, including month-end revenue closing and revenue reporting activities, to ensure compliance with applicable policies and county, state, and federal regulations.

Directs staff in analyzing data and providing financial and statistical information to support contract negotiations, contract comparisons and other management decisions.

Acts as a liaison with customers and other County agencies; assists customers with understanding the published tariffs, explains the application of the terms of their revenue contracts, processes requests and credits.

Develops and maintains unique and highly complex rate configuration in the computerized accounting systems used to implement and update tariff and process billing, and records revenue for financial reporting, and internal accounting control.

Manages the activities of staff to ensure that all county accounting is performed in accordance with the prescribed accounting and administrative standards and regulations including processing all invoices; manages and directs revenue collection activities, including scheduling collection letters, follow-up procedures, accounting for bad debt and securing approval for penalty waivers; monitors revenue contracts for compliance with the terms and conditions such as customer reporting, minimum guaranteed amounts, and security deposit provisions, and initiates processing of charges and penalties for non-compliance.

Ensures the accuracy of financial and accounting information by performing analytical reviews to confirm that financial information is reasonable, in compliance with accounting and reporting standards and procedures; coordinates and assists in the preparation and review of the annual operating and capital budget, and the presentation of the budget to appropriate authorities.

Represents the Finance Director and/or Assistant Director in various interdepartmental contacts, confers with departmental administrators and officials on fiscal issues, to ensure accurate interpretation of financial accounting standards and procedures.

Assists in developing and implementing the Countys financial accounting systems to ensure the accuracy of financial transactions and compliance with County policies, rules, regulations, and procedures.

Oversight, coordination, preparation and submission of the Aviation Departments Annual Capital Budget and five-year Plan.

Identifying and obtaining multiple funding sources such as grants, passenger facility charges (PFC's), bonds, and cash to fund the capital projects. This requires important decisions regarding the optimum use of available funding sources and the flexibility to adjust project financing as additional funding sources become available.

The financial oversight of approximately 300 active capital projects that total to a $3.2 billion among three Aviation Capital Funds. This includes analysis of all project expenditures to ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and with Federal, State, Local government, and Airport Improvement Program accounting policies and internal controls relating to capital assets and projects.

Administration of Federal and State grants including applications, execution of agreements, reimbursement drawdowns, periodic financial and progress reports, close-outs, Single Audit, and compliance management. Managing approximately 40 grants annually with a total value of over $400 million dollars. This requires comprehensive knowledge of Airport Improvement Program, project eligibility, and Grant Assurances.

Applying for, managing, and the reporting of Passenger Facility Charges (PFC) revenues and expenses. Requires specific knowledge of the PFC program, PFC Assurances, and PFC statute and regulation are essential for managing PFC funded projects.

Primary financial contact for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) local Airports District Offices.

Ensuring adequate project cash flows and providing information to the Financial Administrative Services Department for investment purposes.

External and internal reporting regarding the capital projects' budgets, actual expenses and funding sources to the FAA, FDOT and senior Aviation staff in addition to the preparation of a separate annual audited PFC Report and the asset related notes in BCAD's audited financial statements and the County's Consolidated Annual Financial Report (CAFR).

Performs related work as assigned.

Competencies

• Business Insight:

Applies knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organizations goals. Ensures that the team understands and discusses relevant industry changes. Gives strong messages about how peoples efforts make a difference to the broader organization.

• Financial Acumen:

Interprets and applies key financial indicators to make better business decisions. Fosters accountability for making good financial decisions; provides guidance to help the team make astute decisions. Summarizes financial performance data and explains implications for the organization.

• Manages Complexity:

Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Asks questions to encourage others to think differently and enrich their analyses of complex situations. Accurately defines the key elements of complex, ambiguous situations.

• Directs Work:

Provides direction, delegating, and removing obstacles to get work done. Delegates tasks, providing generally clear expectations to staff. Coordinates and integrates the teams work, reducing duplication. Measures team progress using the right indicators; recognizes when problems or shortfalls occur.

• Optimizes Work Processes:

Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Pays close attention to a variety of metrics and benchmarks; determines both major and subtle ways to optimize processes. Swiftly resolves process breakdowns; takes steps to ensure that problems do not recur.

• Ensures Accountability:

Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Measures and tracks teams and own performance, and helps the team learn from success, failure, and feedback. Adheres to, and enforces, goals, policies, and procedures.

• Builds Effective Teams:

Builds strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals. Connects with others on team projects and leverages their strengths and knowledge to deliver the best possible results. Champions the decisions of the team and operates in a way that builds team spirit.

• Communicates Effectively:

Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Tailors communication content and style to the needs of others. Pays attention to others input and perspectives, asks questions, and summarizes to confirm understanding.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical Demands

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

None.

SPECIAL INFORMATION

County Core Values

All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the Countys four core behavioral competencies.

• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance

Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request.

County-wide Emergency Responsibilities

Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.

County-wide Employee Responsibilities

All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward Countys Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.

All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.

Broward is a dynamic county that offers an exciting, stable career with incredible employee benefits such as 11 annual holidays, accrued annual/vacation and sick leave, FRS retirement, $50,000 of County-paid life insurance, training and development, and participation eligibility in a deferred compensation (457) plan with a match up to $2,000. In addition, Broward County offers 2 health plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a County-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), and a Consumer Driven Health plan (CDH), Dental insurance, Vision insurance and Section 125 Flexible spending accounts for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care. Employees who are hired into a full-time, or part-time position working 20 hours per week, are considered benefits-eligible. Benefits become effective on the first of the month following 30 days of employment. Additional information about Broward County Benefits.

01

What is the highest level of education you have completed in accounting, business, finance, or a related degree?

• High school diploma/GED
• Associates degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree
• Doctorate degree
• No Degree

02

How many years do you possess in financial accounting and reporting or business?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 to 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 or more years

03

How many years of supervisory experience do you possess, in a capacity where you oversaw, managed and did employee performance reviews? (Experience must be verifiable on your application.)

• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 to 6 years
• 7 to 8 years
• 9 or more years

04

Are you licensed as a Certified Public Accountant or are you in the process of obtaining license?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Florida Class E Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

06

Please describe your experience managing capital project budgets. Include the size of the capital program, number of projects, and types of funding sources you have overseen.

07

Explain your experience administering Federal and State grants, including Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grants or similar. Include the types of reports, audits, or reimbursement processes you have managed.

08

Describe your experience with Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) programs. Have you prepared PFC applications, managed PFC-funded projects, or completed PFC financial/statutory reporting?

09

Describe your experience preparing or contributing to annual audited financial statements or external reports (such as CAFR/ACFR, Single Audit, or audited capital reports).

10

Explain your experience communicating with external agencies (e.g., FAA, FDOT, TSA, local government offices). What types of financial or compliance matters have you handled?

11

Please explain your experience with managing staff. (If none, please write N/A)

12

This position oversees a large volume of capital projects and multiple funding sources. Explain how you organize, prioritize, and manage competing deadlines in a high-volume environment.

Required Question

Employer Broward County

Address 115 S. Andrews Ave.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301-4800

Phone (954) 831-4000

Website http://www.broward.org/careers