What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Supervisor position at City of Emeryville?
Step into a key leadership role and drive the day-to-day financial health of our City! Reporting directly to the Accounting Manager or Finance Director, we are searching for an exceptional Accounting Supervisor to organize, direct, and oversee our essential financial functions. If you are a skilled governmental accountant ready to lead, mentor, and participate in all key fiscal operations—from maintaining the general ledger and overseeing grant accounting to ensuring accuracy for both the City and the Successor Agency—this is your opportunity. We invite you to apply and help ensure our financial records and systems are best-in-class!
The duties below are illustrative only.
Education
Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, business administration or public administration.
And
Experience
Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in accounting and/or financial analysis, including one year in a lead capacity, Prior supervisory experience is desirable.
Knowledge And Abilities
Knowledge of principles and practices of general municipal government accounting and financial reporting, including Redevelopment/Successor Agency accounting; principles and practices of financial administration including budgeting, revenue collection and financial reporting; modern office practices, procedures, methods and equipment; laws regulating public finance (for municipalities and Redevelopment/Successor agencies); principles and practices of supervision, training and performance evaluation; data processing systems and practices; the English language including correct spelling, punctuation and grammar; effective methods of verbal communication; personal computer systems and associated hardware and software utilized for financial and accounting purposes.
Ability to analyze, interpret and explain department and City policies and procedures; interpret state and federal regulations pertaining to municipal accounting and grant funds; develop and recommend acquisition of automated accounting systems and procedures; assist and train users on automated accounting/financial systems; prepare varied financial statements, budgets, reports and analyses; supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relations with those contacted during the course of the work; utilize appropriate computer systems, software and equipment in the performance of the work.
The duties below are illustrative only.
- Supervise the preparation, analysis, and maintenance of administrative, fiscal, and operational accounting records, systems, and reports.
- Ensure that the general ledger is a proper reflection of current financial activities, including propriety of accounts, internal controls, accounting policies, and petty cash controls.
- Direct, review, and participate in accounting for grants, compliance with grant requirements, and draw down of grants.
- Monitor financial management system and reports for accuracy and assist user departments in the use of such systems.
- Assist in the preparation and administration of the city-wide operating budget and capital budget.
- Assist in the preparation of financial statements and analyses; prepare reports for City Council/committee meetings.
- Liaise within the department and with other departments, auditors, vendors, public agencies, and the public.
- Develop and interpret Finance Department and City policies and procedures.
- Supervise, train, develop, and evaluate subordinate staff.
- Prepare and maintain procedure manuals, records, and reports.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Education
Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, business administration or public administration.
And
Experience
Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in accounting and/or financial analysis, including one year in a lead capacity, Prior supervisory experience is desirable.
Knowledge And Abilities
Knowledge of principles and practices of general municipal government accounting and financial reporting, including Redevelopment/Successor Agency accounting; principles and practices of financial administration including budgeting, revenue collection and financial reporting; modern office practices, procedures, methods and equipment; laws regulating public finance (for municipalities and Redevelopment/Successor agencies); principles and practices of supervision, training and performance evaluation; data processing systems and practices; the English language including correct spelling, punctuation and grammar; effective methods of verbal communication; personal computer systems and associated hardware and software utilized for financial and accounting purposes.
Ability to analyze, interpret and explain department and City policies and procedures; interpret state and federal regulations pertaining to municipal accounting and grant funds; develop and recommend acquisition of automated accounting systems and procedures; assist and train users on automated accounting/financial systems; prepare varied financial statements, budgets, reports and analyses; supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relations with those contacted during the course of the work; utilize appropriate computer systems, software and equipment in the performance of the work.
