JOB
Under general direction, responsible for the administration and coordination of payroll and accounting functions, including general ledger and accounts payable, for Johnson County. Collaborate with Finance Department on County budgeting and financial reporting functions. Hire, train, and supervise Accounting and Payroll division employees.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)Payroll practices and proceduresFederal and state laws and regulations applicable to local government finance, budgeting, and payrollOffice practices and proceduresPrinciples and practices of public management, administration, and employee relationsEnglish language to include grammar, spelling, sentence structure, vocabulary, punctuation and proofreading skillsAbility to: Perform duties and represent Johnson County in a professional, responsible, and trustworthy manner, avoiding bias and conflict of interest and the appearance of sameRecruit, hire, train, manage, evaluate, and discipline employees in accordance with County employment policesDevelop, implement, and enforce office policies and proceduresPrepare financial, budget, analytical and statistical reportsManage the retention and disposition of paper and electronic recordsPlan and organize complex projects and programs Be detail-oriented and accurate when working with documents and informationProvide customer service that is courteous and responsive Maintain confidentiality and security of information as appropriate Establish and maintain effective working relationships with appointed and elected officials, other employees and members of the publicInteract effectively with persons from widely divergent backgrounds, interests and points of viewDemonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing biasType 40 wpm accurately and use a computer for the purposes of data entry, spreadsheets, word processing, presentations, email and InternetOperate common office equipment such as calculators, postage machines, photocopiers, scanners, printers and multi-line telephonesHandle moderate levels of stress, meet deadlines and solve problems appropriate to the positionOrganize and prioritize multiple responsibilitiesPresent ideas and factual information clearly and concisely in oral and written formFollow oral and written instructions Have clarity of speech and hearing which permits effective communicationHave sufficient vision which permits moderate to heavy production and review of a wide variety of materials in hardcopy and electronic formHave sufficient manual dexterity to make handwritten notations, and which permits moderate to heavy use of a keyboard and mouseHave sufficient personal mobility to complete duties at various worksites Lift, push, pull, and/or carry up to 25 poundsSit, stand, walk, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, squat, bend, twist and reachWork flexible schedule and additional time as needed
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
to be performed satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation The following duties are defined for this position. These are not construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.Oversee the payroll function for Johnson County.Oversee accounting functions, including general ledger and accounts payable, for Johnson County.Collaborate with the Finance Department to prepare and monitor portions of the County budget and prepare various budget and financial reports.Prepare, implement, and monitor the Auditor’s Office budget.Represent Johnson County and participate in training/education opportunities and work-related meetings as required.Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with County policies, procedures, and safety practices.Although the individual will be assigned responsibility for particular activities in the area of the Auditor’s Office listed above, he or she will provide backup for and, on a regular basis, work as a team with Deputy Auditors in charge of Elections, Real Estate, and Minutes and Publications.Attend work regularly.Resume and cover letter must be attached to online application.Any questions related to this position, please contact Ines Beltre at ibeltre@johnsoncountyiowa.gov