- Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered.
- This position will require in-office presence. Hybrid work schedules may be possible based on specific job duties and consistent with ESD policy.
BASIC FUNCTION:
Responsible for: 1) oversight of all financial, accounting and reporting activities, including quarterly and annual audited financial statements; 2) leading all day-to-day financial operations, including functional responsibility over budgeting, general accounting, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable and fiscal planning; 3) developing financial plans and policies, accounting practices, systems and procedures and a comprehensive set of controls designed to mitigate risk; 4) working closely with the Chief Financial Officer and assisting, as necessary, with coordinating and administering all of the financial and administrative departments.
WORK PERFORMED:
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Provide planning and oversight in the development of the annual operating and capital budgets.
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Oversee all accounts, ledgers and reporting systems ensuring compliance with appropriate GASB standards and regulatory requirements.
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Monitor all internal financial and accounting controls and coordinate the annual external audit.
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Analyze and review budget to actual expenditures reporting for all departments, subsidiaries and capital projects to identify, explain and correct variances as appropriate.
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Provide oversight for payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, general accounting and subsidiary finance.
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Review financial and accounting procedures and policies and implement changes and modifications designed to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of accounting operations.
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Ensure purchase and travel requests are aligned with corporate guidelines.
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Prepare financial analyses and review quarterly and annual financial statements with supporting schedules and keep senior leadership abreast of results.
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Assist the Chief Financial Officer with presentations of budget information, financial and accounting data and special reports to senior management, Directors and/or the Audit and Budget Committee.
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Perform research and analysis related to financial operations as necessary.
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Verify charges and ensure security of all credit cards.
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Demonstrate attention to detail and commitment to accurate results.
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Provide leadership in strengthening both internal and external communication by providing prompt responses and accurate accounting and financial information.
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Oversee the operations of the accounting department, including the design and maintenance of an organizational structure and staffing adequate for achieving the department’s goals and objectives.
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Create and promote a positive and supportive work environment.
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Support the Chief Financial Officer and perform other duties and special projects as requested.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education level required: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Business Administration; MBA or CPA preferred.
Experience required: Minimum ten years of progressively responsible professional government accounting experience, including supervisory and management responsibilities experience.