Manager of Accounting

Responsible for planning, developing, managing, and directing accounting functions, including oversight of accounts receivable and accounts payable operations, leading and supporting the month-end and year-end financial close processes; maintaining and balancing the general ledger; performing account reconciliations; tracking capital expenditures; and preparing reports, forecasts, and financial plans. Also responsible for collaborating and coordinating accounting activities and projects with other divisions, external agencies, and the general public.Education Bachelor's degree/equivalent in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Public Administration or related field. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required.Experience Five (5) years' experience in the accounting field to include familiarity of GAAP and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) statements on fiscal reporting. Demonstrated supervisory/management experience or routinely provides work group guidance and serves as a resource to other employees.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of computerized accounting systems, advanced spreadsheet functionality, and database applications. Comprehensive understanding of month-end and year-end financial close processes, including financial statement preparation and review; general ledger management; and complex account reconciliations. Strong knowledge of capital expenditure planning, tracking, and reporting, as well as records management principles and internal control standards. Excellent human relations skills to include ability to build effective and productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Excellent written and verbal communication, analytical, planning and management skills.#J-18808-Ljbffr