Accounting Manager

About the role

The Finance Director oversees all operations in connection with financial transactions, including accounts receivable and payable, payroll, general ledger, assets and capital projects; internal auditing; budget development and monitoring; Deputy City Treasurer’s function; train and supervise department staff; develop and initiate systems, policies and procedures to assure accurate Financial reporting; ensure that the financial system and processes are compliant with professional accounting practices and governmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Performs and supervises Payroll, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Cash Receipts, General Ledger, Capital Asset, Purchasing and other Finance department transactions.
• Aid in the development and implementation of goals, policies and priorities.
• Follow proper accounting procedures to reach financial objectives.
• Serve as supervisor and evaluate identified staff, including assignment of duties and responsibilities.
• Prepare and/or review monthly bank reconciliations and Treasurer’s Reports.
• Maintain financial records for capital projects and City assets.
• Review and approve disbursement documents in accordance with purchasing policies.
• Aid auditors in preparation of annual ACFR and Single Audit.
• Coordinate process for audits of City Special Revenues and Grants.
• Aid in the development and issuance of monthly and annual financial statements.
• Under the direction of the Finance Director and/or the City Manager assist in development, preparation and maintenance of City Budget.
• Monitor and analyze financial data.
• Analyze structure and objectives of internal controls and identify any potential deficiencies.
• Prepare and approve journal entries to adjust ledgers and subsidiary accounts.
• Maintain City’s Financial/Accounting systems.
• Prepare reports and analysis as requested.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

  Requirements

  • Knowledge of Principles, practices and methods of Fund accounting and auditing.
  • Principles and practices of financial administration.
  • Budget preparation, program analyses and revenue forecasting; Enterprise Financial Systems.
  • Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluations.
  • California Public Employees’ Retirement System.
  • Deferred Compensation Accounting Requirements.
  • Fair Labor Standards Act, timekeeping and overtime reporting.

  Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration or closely related field and at least four years supervisory experience in municipal administration; CPA and/or Master’s degree highly desirable.
  • Experience: Valid State of California driver’s license.

  Skills

  Develop and implement accounting systems and procedures; Interpret and apply appropriate laws and regulations. Prepare financial statements, reports and analysis. Select, supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff Communicate effectively verbally and in writing Operate a PC and related software. Effectively handle multiple priorities and project coordination.

  Benefits

  The City of Hawaiian Gardens offers a complete city-paid benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.