Chief Accountant

Job Title

The purpose of this position is to support the Finance department by supervising and managing accounting staff, ensuring accurate recording of transactions and financial reporting.

Essential Job Functions

This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent.

This position has responsibilities that require lifting up to 10 pounds on occasion.

• Oversee an assigned group of Finance Department staff that may include Sr. Accountant(s), Accountant(s), Accounts Payable Staff, Payroll Coordinator(s), Grant Coordinator(s), and/or Customer Care Representative(s).
• Represents Finance Department in assigned areas of oversight to serve as a Workday lead and liaison both internally and for other departments (i.e. HR, IT, Management Services).
• Serves as subject matter expert in assigned areas of oversight to ensure accuracy and consistency with all laws and policies.
• Provides technical guidance and direction to Accounting and Payroll staff on GAAP and IRS requirements; reviews accounting activity and reconciliations for completeness and accuracy.
• Reviews and approves journal entries prepared by staff in assigned areas to ensure proper accounting of public funds, including grant funds.
• Lead for communications, follow up and completion of assigned month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepares year-end reconciliations and completes various journal entries and annual audit schedules as assigned.
• Ensures assigned staff receives support and training for working knowledge, skills and professional development in their respective areas of responsibility.
• Provides recommendations for resolving issues and enhancing procedures, processes, and accountability concerning financial matters across all City departments.
• Develops, implements, and monitors internal controls and accounting procedures to safeguard public funds and ensure compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and accounting standards.
• Ensures compliance with GAAP, GASB, federal and state regulations, City policies, and internal procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• • Education: Bachelor's degree or combination of experience and education required.

• • Experience: Five years of related experience with at least two to three years in a lead or supervisory role. Working knowledge of Workday FDM, Experience working in city government preferred.

• • Licenses: Texas Class C Driver's License.

• • Certifications Required: CPA or CGFO preferred.