JOB
The Finance Director has full accountability for fulfilling BREC's established mission, vision, and objectives in directing all financial activities of the Commission's Funds. This executive level position is responsible for planning, developing and administering broad financial policies and procedural improvements throughout the organization. Prepares departmental budget, mid-year and annual reports, establishes and develops financial policies, attends meetings, advises the Commission and Superintendent on compliance of relevant legislation.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Education Required: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year College or University.Education Preferred: Master's Degree from an accredited four-year college or University.Area of Study Required: Accounting or Finance or a closely related field.Area of Study Preferred: Public or Business Administration or Financial ManagementCertification(s) Preferred: Certified Public Accountant (CPA)License(s) Required: Valid Louisiana Driver's License.Years Relevant Work Experience: Six (6) years progressively responsible experience in governmental accounting and finance administration, with at least four (4) years in a supervisory capacity at the senior management level. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.Preferred: 10 or more years of related experience.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), practices of public financial administration with emphasis on automated accounting systems, budgeting and financial reporting;Understanding of federal employment and payroll laws (DOL and FLSA), IRS regulations regarding social security and FICA reporting, Affordable Care Act (ACA) limits and reporting requirements, W-2, 1099, and 1095-C creation and reporting requirements, Louisiana Department of Revenue and City Sales Tax filings;Knowledge of emergency and disaster management with the ability to effect liaison with representatives of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Louisiana Governor's Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Management (GOHSEP).Thorough knowledge of applicable laws including public contracts and public bid laws (LA R.S. 38 & 39), regulations, procedures, and processes governing the receipt, custody and expenditures of governmental monies;Proven administrative, leadership and management ability in financial strategic planning and organizational development;Skill in the use of computers including various accounting softwareAbility to develop, monitor, and maintain financial management information systems and procedures;Ability to communicate effectively in person, writing, and over the telephoneAbility to research, analyze and interpret complex information and produce clear verbal and written reports;Ability to plan, assign and direct the work of administrative and subordinate staff in the specialized fields of accounting, purchasing, and payroll administration; Ability to estimate tax revenues within reasonable limits and oversight of general obligation debt;Ability to assess performance problems and identify appropriate training and development programsAbility to make policy decisionsAbility to effectively listen to and assist in the resolution of complaintsAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other department heads, BREC officials, and the public;
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
As scheduled, generally 40 hours per week; meal break as needed; Occasional weekend and evening work. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. You must include all relevant education and experience on your official BREC online application or it will be deemed incomplete and you will be ineligible for this vacancy. Complete each section of this application (i.e. work experience, education, etc.) to demonstrate that you meet the eligibility and minimum qualification requirements described in this announcement. An offer of employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment criminal background check, Motor Vehicle Records check, drug screen and physical. If you have any questions or concerns, please email HAdmin@brec.org or call (225) 273-6430.