Assistant Finance Director
Assistant Finance Director
City of Charleston Finance Division
Charleston, South Carolina
Wage/Salary: $84,196.79 - $104,002.00
Date Posted: Tuesday, December 31, 2024
Date Closing: Friday, January 31, 2025
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Job Description
In this role, you will assist in managing the accountants and General Ledger operations of the Finance Division.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
- Assists with developing and implementing policies and internal controls procedures related to City financial record keeping.
- Manages financial projects and assigns work priorities among the accountants.
- Monitors, reviews and reconciles the general ledger accounts for accuracy.
- Provides technical expertise and training with complex accounting issues as needed.
- Assists the Finance Director with the preparation of the City’s Comprehensive Annual Financial report.
- Assists with CFO and Finance Director in the preparation and review of the financing mechanisms, including bond issuances and tax incremental financing districts.
- Assists the Finance Director with cash flow management.
- Assists the Finance Director with the City’s annual audit process with the outside auditors.
- Responds to inquiries pertaining to the City’s financial records.
- Communicates with other departments to report and resolve financial problems.
- Consults with department managers to develop system solutions consistent with organizational objectives.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) in Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration or related field and 6 years of related experience, 2 of which must be at a managerial level; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office or similar software.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Knowledge of Workday financial software.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
OTHER NECESSARY REQUIREMENTS:
- May require evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
- In the event of major storms or other emergency situations, this position may be subject to 24-hour shifts or any other emergency schedule that is necessary to meet the City’s needs.