Accounting Operations Supervisor (6902)

Schedule/Hours:

M-F, 40 hours a week, 8:30AM to 4:30PM

This Position Is Responsible For:

Plans, assigns, supervises, monitors and evaluates the day-to-day operations of the accounts receivable, accounts payable accounts, capital campaigns and general data entry functions; ensures all assigned accounts are maintained in compliance with department standards and established deadlines. Plans and coordinates various financial projects such as annual budget preparation, month-end closing reports, and fiscal audits. Performs general cost and fund accounting activities including day-to-day budget and payroll administration; prepares special reports as requested by the department head or administration; prepares financial reports, statements, and ledgers; ensures the accuracy and completeness of the same.

Key Responsibilities:

This position description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this position. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this position description.

• Coordinates the computerized accounting system within the department to insure proper internal control is established, to ensure proper accounting principles are followed, and to maintain the reporting system which provides up-to-date and accurate financial information for the Officer-In-Charge and Divisional Headquarters.
• Overseas the Sage accounting program for the Area Command in a manner set out by the Division; trains accounting staff in the daily operation of the accounting system.
• Provides overall supervision and review of accounting records, ledgers and statements for accuracy and completeness including but not limited to the preparation of journals, various ledger activity, maintenance and supervision of the chart of accounts, required cash logs, and custodian of all financial reports; ensure the accuracy and completeness of the same.
• Prepares fiscal closing statements including required reports and statements; ensures the accuracy and completeness of the same.
• Generates, reconciles, and reviews all ledger accounts for accuracy on a monthly basis; prepares and enters all correcting journal entries.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.
• Ability to evaluate the organizations accounting and financial functions, respond to deficiencies by identifying and implementing appropriate corrective actions, develop and administer sound policies, procedures, and budgets.
• Ability to effectively supervise and evaluate the quality of work performed by local accounting staff and to provide effective and timely direction and assistance to ensure compliance with established procedures, accepted practices, and quality standards.
• Ability to integrate and interpret data from various sources and to plan, develop, and implement responsible strategies.
• Ability to apply discretion and independent judgment when processing, analyzing and resolving routine accounting transactions and reporting in accordance with accepted accounting principles.

Employee Benefits:

• Health Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance and More!

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance or a related field,

and

Five years progressively responsible accounting experience with at least one year supervisory experience,

or

any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:

None.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled