Director of Accounting

JOB FUNCTION / PURPOSE The Position is Responsible for understanding of Governmental Accounting principles, processes and standards (best practices) - Hands on experience with performing daily, monthly, annual governmental transactions (Governmental accounting experience is required and can be located anywhere in Florida) PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Full understanding of Governmental Accounting principles, processes and standards (best practices) - Hands on experience with performing daily, monthly, annual governmental transactions. Management experience - Minimum experience of managing at least 5 people. Willingness to travel Experience presenting in front of Boards/Commissions Ability to teach/ train on governmental principles High energy individual Well organized Tech-savvy (able to pick up accounting software) Other duties as assigned. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS Education/Experience: BA/BS in Accounting, Finance or Business. MBA preferred. 10+ years of Municipal / governmental accounting experience. Licenses/Certifications: Certified Public Accounting License Preferred. Technical: Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Communication: Communicates clearly & professionally. Contributes to a positive internal & external customer experience. Maintains composure in challenging situations. Collaborates with others. Asks for constructive feedback. Promotes a culture of diversity, respect & accountability. Challenges other through productive discussion. Problem Solving & Quality: Pays attention to detail. Identifies & solves complex issues. Thinks "big picture" when assessing problems/opportunities. Develops innovative & creative solutions. Managing For Results: Follows all company policies & SOPs. Delegates, prioritizes & manages the work of others. Balances competing priorities, scheduling issues & deadlines. Delivers effective feedback. Manages cost, quality & expedience. Leadership & Initiative: Motivates & empowers others. Acts in accordance with company vision, mission & values. Takes accountability for own performance. Willing to take on additional assignments. Seeks out opportunities for leadership & development. Trains, coaches & mentors others. Champions change. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work environment is characteristic of an office environment: sitting, standing, walking, bending and lifting are required to perform job responsibilities. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 20 lbs. TRAVEL 15 - 25% An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. IND456