Director of Accounting

The purpose of this classification is to provide management and oversight within the Division of Accounting and guidance to other Divisions while adhering to applicable reporting guidelines and laws.

• Manages and leads the Division of Accounting, including personnel and operations
• Implements standards of and ensures compliance with GASB, GAAS, GAGAS, Uniform Guidance and any other applicable federal, state, and local financial requirements
• Establishes fiscal policies, procedures and finance system standards, lead modernization initiatives and system design/enhancements
• Designs, implements and evaluates internal control frameworks, ensures compliance with laws, regulations and standards and agency financial integrity statutes
• Maintain integrated accounting systems, ensure timely monthly/annual reports and statutory filings, certify fund availability and fiscal control
• Compiles the Annual Comprehensive Financial report, publishes audited financial reports, coordinates external audits, implements continuous improvement across finance functions
• Produces financial reports and analysis for the Division, Administration, and Council
• Oversees, supervises, and evaluates the operations of accounts payable, payroll, general, and grants accounting, fixed and leased assets accounting
• Reconciles various cash accounts, inter-fund balances and audits calculations performed at divisional levels
• Recruits, develops, mentors staff, fosters customer service, and presents complex financial information in public settings and work sessions