Controller

Bachelor’s degree. A minimum of four years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience to include supervisory experience are required. Must possess a Certified Public Accountant license.

NATURE OF WORK:

This is highly responsible professional managerial work in planning and directing the activities of the Controller Section of the DTPW Finance Division. Responsibilities include participating in accounting and administrative activities of the division, assuring compliance with various regulations and procedures, compiling financial and statistical information for various reports, assisting County officials and the public in resolving problems, and coordinating external audit and management consulting services. The incumbent exercises considerable independent judgment and technical expertise in assisting in the achievement of divisional goals and in the enhancement of internal controls. Supervision is exercised through subordinate supervisors over professional, paraprofessional, and clerical employees engaged in various phases of divisional activities. General direction is received from the Chief Financial Officer who holds the incumbent responsible for effective assistance in supervising and administering divisional activities and in achieving divisional goals and objectives.

ILLUSTRATIVE TASKS:

Manages and coordinates accounts payable activities including the timely payment of DTPW obligations in accordance with legal and procedural requirements, maintenance of accurate records, and establishment of proper controls to account for the expenditure of public funds. Oversees the departments general accounting activities. Operates a full-service accounting division (accounts payable, general ledger, bank book, etc.), cash management investments, revenue bond project management, grants reporting, cash drawdowns from the federal government, and preparation of audits and monthly performance reports. Oversees the management and supervision of general accounting, accounts payable, contract payables, revenue reporting, fixed asset and grant accounting, bond financing, and completion of Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). Oversees the direct collection, processing, production, and distribution of over $50 million in farebox revenues. Directs the timely monthly reconciliation of all DTPW bank accounts and the investigation and resolution of all differences between bank and DTPW records. Supervises the compilation of financial and statistical information for various reports; assists DTPW officials and the County with inquiries and with resolving problems; reviews and updates administrative orders, resolutions, and contracts to enhance internal controls and respond to audit inquires and findings. Coordinates external audit and management consulting services; reviews financial information and prepares reports for industrial revenue bond assistance, concessions, and grants. Makes recommendations regarding hiring, discipline, and promotion of subordinates; authorizes leave and overtime; reviews performance reports prepared by subordinates and rates employee performance.

Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGES, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Extensive knowledge of the principles of accounting, business, and public administration

Extensive knowledge of financial internal control systems and their application to the development and installation of complex accounting systems.

Thorough knowledge of the financial operations of the Controller Section.

Thorough knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations and procedures pertaining to varied financial activities of the Controller Section.

Thorough knowledge of supervisory principles and practices.

Ability to plan, direct and coordinate varied financial activities of the Controller Section of the Finance Division.

Ability to manage financial activities to ensure that funds are properly collected, accounted for, and expended in accordance with legal restrictions.

Ability to supervise subordinates in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.

Ability to analyze complex financial and administrative problems and make effective recommendations for improvements in efficiency.

Ability to ensure the timely and correct reporting of financial information to internal and external users.

Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, verbally, and in writing.