Senior Accountant/Auditor

The District is seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant/Auditor to support key financial, administrative, and operational functions. This position plays a critical role in budget development, audit preparation, financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with public sector accounting standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing the District’s annual budget and long‐range financial forecasts in accordance with public finance regulations and fund‐accounting best practices.
• Prepare and present financial reports, statistical analyses, and budget recommendations to the General Manager and Board of Directors.
• Maintain accurate financial records, including accounts payable and receivable, ensuring documentation is audit‐ready and aligned with internal fiscal controls.
• Review and process purchasing activity, vendor contracts, RFPs/RFQs, and billing documentation in compliance with District policies.
• Prepare and distribute board meeting materials, including agendas, resolutions, financial reports, minutes, and public notices.
• Conduct legislative impact analysis and interpret federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations affecting District operations and funding.
• Apply research and data‐collection methods to support financial forecasting, performance analysis, and strategic planning.
• Collaborate, customer‐focused work environment while maintaining high standards of accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Provide administrative support and assume designated responsibilities in the absence of the General Manager, as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Ideal Candidate Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, public administration, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in public sector finance, governmental accounting, or administrative management.
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks Desktop or similar) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of payroll regulations, labor laws, and accounts payable procedures preferred.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong active‐listening skills.
• Clear and consistent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong critical‐thinking abilities and sound judgment, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

District Benefits

• PARS Retirement System – District‐participating retirement program.

• Vacation Leave (Full‐Time): 40‐hour employees with up to five years of service accrue 80 hours (two weeks) of vacation annually.

• Sick Leave (Full‐Time): 40‐hour employees accrue 8 hours of sick leave per month.

• Holidays: Ten (10) District‐observed holidays plus two (2) half‐day holidays.

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: The District contributes 80% of the premium, up to a $1,900 monthly cap; employees pay the remaining 20%.

• Life Insurance: District‐provided life insurance coverage.

How to Apply

Applications are available online at www.northcentralfire.org/career-opportunity to begin the submission process.

This recruitment is Open Until Filled. The District may close the recruitment at any time once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

To ensure full consideration, applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early.

A resume and all supporting documentation must be submitted at the time of filing.

This position requires that the individual pass a background check and DOJ live scan.

North Central Fire Protection District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.