Accounting/Payroll Manager

ACCOUNTING/PAYROLL MANAGER:

Palm Harbor Fire Rescue is seeking a highly motivated, responsible and experienced Accounting/Payroll Manager to oversee the Department's financial activities. Primary responsibilities include processing weekly payroll, accounts receivable and payable, banking, financial monitoring and reporting, risk management, internal controls, cash management, reserve management, annual audits and fixed asset records and maintenance. This position is accountable for the District's official books of record in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in financial accounting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years (10 years preferred) of experience in governmental accounting, budget, and finance; or equivalent experience in the private sector.

COMPENSATIONS AND BENEFITS:

The District provides a comprehensive benefit package including:

• Health, dental, and vision care at no cost to the employee and 90% of family coverage.
• Retirement in the Florida Retirement System (FRS)
• 12 Paid holidays, plus one floating paid holiday
• Annual leave accrual starts at 4 weeks and increases with tenure

Starting range $69,425-$98,757 depending on experience.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience to eileen@palmharborfd.com.

OPEN UNTIL FILLED