This is a full-time (First/Mid-Level Officials and Managers) position in the City's Financial Services Department. An individual in this position is responsible for general ledger preparation, financial reporting, year-end audit preparation, and the support of budget and forecast activities. 
Reporting relationship: Assistant Director of Financial Services.

Manage daily operations of the Accounting division including: Month-end and year-end processes and procedures Accounts payable, Debt activity, check runs  General ledger maintenance and control Payroll and benefits trust account Bank statement reconciliations Golf Course-LGC’s accounting and check runs Maintain a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure;  Strong attention to detail. Ensure accurate and timely month-end and year-end closure processes;  Ensure timely and accurate reporting of all monthly financial information;  Ensure accurate and timely processing of payrolls and accounts payable transactions. Ensure monthly bank reconciliation activities are performed in a timely and accurate manner;  Support budget and forecasting activities with accurate recording and submission of financial data;  Collaborate with the other Financial Services department managers to support overall department goals and objectives; Monitor and analyze department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy;  Advise staff regarding the handling of non-routine reporting transactions;  Respond to inquiries from the Director, Assistant Director, and other managers regarding financial results, special reporting requests and additional customer service request; Work with the Assistant Director to ensure a clean and timely year-end audit;  Assist in development and implementation of new procedures and features to enhance the workflow of departments;  Provide training and recommendations to new and existing staff as needed; Improve systems and procedures and initiate corrective actions as needed; Handle personnel issues relating to staff conflicts, absenteeism, performance issues, etc.;  Work with each direct report to establish performance goals and objectives for each year and monitor and mentor on the progress to enhance their professional development; Stay abreast of changes in laws and industries that affect operations in the area. Experience in fund accounting and governmental accounting Perform other related duties as assigned;  Subject to 24-hour recall.

Bachelor‘s degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field, from an accredited college or university, a minimum of five (5) years related professional experience. Three (3) years or more of prior related supervisory experience. Certified Public Accountant (CPA), and/or Certified Government Financial Officer (CGFO) are strongly preferred. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are preferred.