Accounting Officer Senior

Job Overview This position provides professional-level assistance with researching, documenting and analyzing financial and procurement processes in the district with limited supervision. The role delivers budget and financial reports, consultation, education and support for District 1 and serves as a key financial expert in financial analysis. The position leads all budget-related matters, including trunk highway fund, special revenues, IT budget, sale of surplus materials, damage restitution, blanket partnerships, miscellaneous reimbursements, state and federal flood reimbursements and expenditures, contracts, and financial policies and procedures in compliance with state and federal laws. It also oversees budgeting by products and services of the agencies. The role is expected to fill in for the Finance Business Manager when absent. Benefits 12 paid holidays per year Earn up to 29 paid vacation days a year Earn 13 days paid sick time Defined pension plan Paid life insurance Paid parental leave available Some telework may be available And more! Minimum Qualifications Three (3) years of professional accounting, budget or finance experience that demonstrates the following: Experience analyzing financial data and identifying trends. Experience working with a large complex financial accounting software to include analyzing financial reports and records. Knowledge and experience with federal and state laws and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) sufficient to compile and interpret fiscal data for assigned accounts in response to legislative and internal audits. Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet and databases (preferably Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Access) sufficient to prepare and submit federal financial status reports and create worksheets. A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Accounting or Finance substitutes for one year of professional experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr CapMetro