Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field. Two years of professional and/or administrative accounting, financial analysis, audit and/or budget and forecasting experience in a public or governmental environment to include experience in the reporting and the preparation of complex financial reports are required.
Recruitment Notes
POSITION SUMMARY
Advanced professional accounting and supervisory work in the application of accounting principles and methods in the preparation, maintenance, analysis and control of financial records.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- Master's degree in Accounting
- Professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Strong knowledge of governmental accounting standards (GASB)
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Advanced professional accounting and supervisory work in the application of accounting principles and methods in the preparation, maintenance, analysis and control of financial
- Oversee the preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
- Coordinate accounting activities and analyze accounting data to create financial reports
- Manage workload and deadlines for the accounting team.
- Manage month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Implement and improve internal controls and accounting procedures.
- Supervision is exercised over professional and clerical personnel through review of records and reports for adherence to established accounting principles, practices and procedures.
- Provide ad-hoc financial reports and analysis as requested by executives or other departments
- Supervision is received from a professional superior who reviews work for attainment of desired results, adherence to professional accounting standards and program effectiveness.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Excellent communication and facilitation skills with diverse audiences
- Knowledge of professional accounting principles and practices, office management
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail to ensure compliance and accuracy in financial reporting
- Ability to analyze data and make evidence-based decisions
- Considerable knowledge of the general principles of public financial administration
- Proficiency in Accounting Software and Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, formulas, and data analysis tools.
- Ability to supervise staff of professional and clerical employees in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale
- Ability to participate effectively in the formulation of departmental policies and procedures
- Ability to understand and interpret complex governmental procedures and regulations related to accounting requirements applicable to the organization of assignment.
- Ability to understand and interpret complex governmental procedures and regulations related to accounting requirements applicable to the organization of assignment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Work is primarily performed in office environment, with extended periods at a computer. Occasional travel may be required to support job fairs and/or external events. May involve light lifting (up to 10 lbs).
NOTE
This description is a representative summary of major job duties. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as necessary.
For questions regarding this job posting, applicants may contact the Clerk of the Court and Comptroller Human Resources Department at hr@miamidadeclerk.gov.