Controller

Coordinates all accounting and financial reporting functions and oversees the Customer Service/Utility Billing service area. Directly supervises assigned Finance Department personnel, as designated by the Director, which may include the Accountant, Senior Accounting Technician, and other staff. Provides leadership support to the Customer Service Supervisor and the Customer Service/Utility Billing service area. The duties listed below are intended only as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements or duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. Manages the activities and personnel of accounting functions, including general ledger, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank account reconciliation, and capital assets, as well as the Customer Service/Utility Billing service area. Approves journal entries, bank reconciliations, IRS tax and Texas Municipal Retirement System reporting and remittances, budget transfers and adjustments, purchase order requisitions, and disbursements up to authorized thresholds. Assists the Director with coordination of the annual Town-wide budget development process and the publication of the annual budget document. Prepares finance-related Town Council briefings and assigned Town Council agenda items. Manages the financial close processes, ensuring completion of all tasks on the monthly, quarterly, and annual close checklists. Reviews and approves general ledger account reconciliations and transactions from ancillary systems; prepares other reconciliations as required or assigned. Coordinates the annual financial audit and the production of published financial statements; serves as the Town's primary liaison to auditors, oversees preparation of audit work papers, and prepares the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR). Serves as the Town's advisor on generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), governmental accounting standards, and other financial accounting and reporting requirements. Oversees the production of regular monthly financial reports and ensures their accuracy and timeliness. Meets periodically with Town Departments to conduct budget reviews. Supervises Town departments’ inventory audit process to validate the quantity of inventory on hand. Provides investment support, prepares investment-related journal entries, reviews investment transactions, reports, and policies, and interprets GAAP as applied to Town investments. Develops, documents, and maintains Town accounting policies and standard operating procedures. Develops, maintains, and tests internal control systems for the organization; directs internal audits in specific areas to ensure compliance. May serve as Acting Director in the Director’s absence or when designated, ensuring continuity of leadership, operations, and customer service. Performs other duties as assigned to support the Town’s mission, goals, and strategic initiatives. Necessary Knowledge, Abilities and Skills Considerable knowledge of accounting theory and concepts, including but not limited to GAAP, Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements, and other applicable accounting and reporting standards. Demonstrated knowledge of payroll theory, laws, regulations, and practices. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly and collaborate effectively with Town staff, Town management, regulatory agencies, elected officials, residents, and community stakeholders. Skilled in the use of financial software, word processing applications, and automated accounting systems. Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, including intermediate-level expertise in Microsoft Excel. Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving abilities, including the capacity to manage multiple concurrent tasks, prioritize workloads, support cross-functional teams, and maintain accuracy under strict deadlines. Ability to effectively manage and develop subordinate staff. Minimum Education, Experience and Certifications A Bachelor of Business Administration or a related field from an accredited college or university is required. A minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible finance and accounting experience, including demonstrated experience directly supervising subordinate staff. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Advanced certifications—such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO)—and/or a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or other relevant advanced degree are strongly preferred. More than five (5) years of progressively responsible finance and accounting experience, including at least three (3) years of direct supervisory experience overseeing multiple staff members. Demonstrated advanced level proficiency in Microsoft Office 360, with a particular emphasis on Microsoft Excel. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED Personal computers and other standard office equipment including telephone and multi-function copy machine. #J-18808-Ljbffr TOWN OF HIGHLAND PARK