Accounting Administrator (Martinsville, VA)
JOB TITLE: Accounting Administrator
DEPARTMENT: FINANCE
REPORTS TO: FINANCE DIRECTOR
CLASSIFICATION: GRADE 20
FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT
PAY: DOQ ($89,546 MINIMUM ANNUAL SALARY)
NATURE OF WORK
Under the general supervision of the Director of Finance, performs difficult professional, supervisor and administrative work related to planning, organizing, directing, and managing the financial and auditing functions of the City to include financial systems and accounting as well as payroll.. Work involves advising the Finance Director and the Chief Operating Officer of the financial operations, investments, cash flow, and related through financial reports, analysis, and presentations. Work is reviewed for adherence to budgetary, fiscal and program policies, and the effectiveness of results.
EXAMPLES OF WORK
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OF WORK
DEPARTMENT: FINANCE
REPORTS TO: FINANCE DIRECTOR
CLASSIFICATION: GRADE 20
FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT
PAY: DOQ ($89,546 MINIMUM ANNUAL SALARY)
NATURE OF WORK
Under the general supervision of the Director of Finance, performs difficult professional, supervisor and administrative work related to planning, organizing, directing, and managing the financial and auditing functions of the City to include financial systems and accounting as well as payroll.. Work involves advising the Finance Director and the Chief Operating Officer of the financial operations, investments, cash flow, and related through financial reports, analysis, and presentations. Work is reviewed for adherence to budgetary, fiscal and program policies, and the effectiveness of results.
EXAMPLES OF WORK
- Assists in the maintenance of a central fiscal control system for the City in a manner consistent with established and accepted municipal management and accounting principles and practices.
- Audits and reviews disbursement documentation of city departments.
- Provides Finance Director with timely and informative financial reports, analysis, statements on all aspects of financial operations.
- Oversees payroll and accounts payable operations.
- Manages city agency grants.
- Confers with independent auditors during the review of the City's financial, workers' compensation, and related financial records. After completions of the annual audit, assists with the permanent closure of prior fiscal year books.
- Performs related duties as assigned or required by the Finance Director.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OF WORK
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in accounting, public administration or related field; CPA in Commonwealth of Virginia and/or CPFO certification is desirable. Minimum five years of responsible municipal finance experience.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of accounting and budgeting, and their application to a wide variety of accounting transactions and problems as applied to municipal government; thorough knowledge of the principles, general laws and administrative policies governing municipal financial practices and procedures; thorough knowledge of office and auditing practices.
- Ability to develop policies, procedures, and conduct long-range financial and capital projects planning; ability to prepare complex financial reports and express ideas clearly, verbally and in writing. Ability to plan and direct the work of subordinate employees.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
NOTE: The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Department: Finance
This is a management position
This is a full time position