Finance Accountant III - Cash Management Supervisor

Overview

The Cash Management Supervisor is responsible for the Cash Management activities of the Finance and Procurement Dept. Supervises the Finance Accountant II, Supervisor-Remittance Processing, and the Cash Management Accounting Assistants. Assists with reconciliation issues and implementing more efficient processes and procedures. The Cash Management Supervisor will work with City departments to assist them with remittance processing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Trains and cross-trains Finance Accountant II, Cash Management Accounting Assistants and Supervisor - Remittance Processing
• Coordinates the testing procedures for all financial system upgrades for payments to vendors and receipt of payments from customers
• Reviews written procedures for Cash Management and Central Cashiering to determine if procedures follow industry trends, best practices and generally accepted business management principles for payments to vendors and receipt of payments from customers
• Evaluates, recommends and implements operational processes and procedures to strengthen internal controls, improve efficiencies and accuracy
• Ensures all payment processing procedures are followed and transactions are posted accurately and timely
• Reviews and approves ACH documentation received
• Processes payment requests for wire transfer and direct ACHs
• Ensures timely reconciliations are performed by Cash Management staff
• Researches, resolves and reviews bank adjustments and payment corrections
• Coordinates, schedules, and documents meetings within the organization to monitor, evaluate and recommend actions that directly impact payment functions
• Facilitates interdepartmental teamwork
• Analyzes and interprets accounting transactions, resolves accounting issues and discrepancies
• Verifies documents for completeness and compliance with GAAP and governmental regulations
• Develops financial reports for all levels of management in order to facilitate financial analysis, budget, and forecasting decisions
• Provides information for audits
• Provide effective leadership to a team of 10 positions within the Cash Management division, fostering a positive work environment and ensuring adherence to departmental goals and objectives
• Performs special projects and/or coordinates special projects
• Performs all other duties as assigned

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Exempt – Full-Time - Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
• Must be available to work additional hours as needed
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement
• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field from an institution accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting agency
• Four (4) years of relevant experience. Prefer two (2) years’ experience in a supervisory role

Licenses, Certifications, and Other Requirements

Required

• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hiring

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal Background Check: Yes
• Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes
• Drug Screening: Yes
• Physical Exam: Yes
• Clearing House Query: No

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview

Supplemental Information

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi

The City of Corpus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.