Accounting Manager

REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking a qualified candidates for the position of Accounting Manager in the Aviation Finance Division. This job announcement will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received. Benefits of Broward County Employment Eleven (11) paid holidays each year Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 weeks per year Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K annually) Up to 40 hours of Job Basis Leave for eligible positions Paid Parental Leave High-Deductible Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums: Employee $10.90 / Family $80.79 Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2000 Annually Consumer Driven Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums: Employee $82.58 / Family $286.79 Florida Retirement System (FRS) - Pension or Investment Plan 457 Deferred Compensation County matches up to $2,000 a year The Broward County Aviation Department, which manages the Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport and North Perry Airport (a general aviation facility), seeks an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee Capital Projects who manages the budget, accounting/reporting and financial activities for the Aviation Department's Capital projects and capital assets. They will also be responsible for the analytical function of the Aviation Department to support optimal business decision making. This job includes budget compilation responsibility, financial and business analysis, long-term strategic planning, and the preparation of expense and cash forecasts. This job requires a strategic thinker who performs to a high degree of accuracy and is very organized and self-motivated. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and advanced knowledge and understanding of financial accounting, internal controls and financial management, with a high level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel, are essential. Experience of airport finance, accounting and rate setting practices is highly desirable. General Description Supervises the activities of professional and clerical staff in the management of the accounting and financial reporting sections in the Finance Division. Works under administrative supervision, developing and implementing programs within organizational policies and reports major activities to executive level administrators through conferences and reports. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, business, finance, or related degree; or a Bachelor's degree and coursework that qualifies for CPA Examination. Requires four (4) years experience in governmental accounting, auditing or closely related experience; including 4 years supervising subordinates and working collaboratively with a team and customers on solution-focused outcomes. Special Certifications and Licenses None. Preferences Master's Degree in accounting, business, finance, or related field Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Accredited Airport Executive Certification (AAE) or Airport Certified Employee (ACE) Certified Management Accountant (CMA) Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) Budgeting and Forecasting Experience Capital Asset Management Experience Airport Improvement Program Grant Experience Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) Experience 1+ Years PeopleSoft Financials Experience Additional Information All candidates must complete an extensive ten (10) year work history verification and criminal background check, including fingerprinting and all other information as required by the Federal Aviation Administration. Ability to maintain authorization to drive a County vehicle. The Aviation Department operates under a Drug-Free Workplace Policy in compliance with the provisions of the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988. All Aviation Department employees must possess the ability to interact courteously with the public, Airport vendors, contractors and fellow employees to maintain a professional work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that promotes a positive work environment. Ability to obtain/maintain Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) access with Customs and Border Protection Seal. Ability to obtain / maintain Airfield driving privileges. Must possess a valid Florida driver's license during employment and maintain authority to drive on County business. Per the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, Part 1542, all airport employees must undergo a Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) and a Security Threat Assessment (STA) to obtain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge, as required by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). SCOPE OF WORK Duties and Responsibilities The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary. Plans, coordinates and directs the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements; manages assigned staff to ensure compliance with accounting and reporting standards, department deadlines, and goals. Supervises the maintenance of the general ledger for all funds, including monthly general ledger accounts reconciliations, reviewing and monitoring of various general ledger account activities and balances; supervises the monthly financial closing process in the financial system, including the timely and accurate recording of adjusting journal entries and accruals. Manages various accounting functions such as the recording of capital assets, accounts payable, payroll review, cash receipts deposits, grant billings, filing of sales tax and water tax returns, and promotional reports. Coordinates audits #J-18808-Ljbffr