Controller

Description

Under the general direction of the Finance Director, the Controller is the Chief Accounting Officer for the City and is responsible for managing all accounting and budget functions. This position is responsible for the preparation of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and the Annual Budget Report. Examples of Duties:

• Manages and directs the activities of the Finance Division staff; evaluates work performance of assigned staff members, addresses and resolves personnel issues, responds to staff inquiries, and provides training.
• Prepares and coordinates the annual financial and budget reports, and various operating reports.
• Ensures that accounting activities are conducted and reporting in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), GASB, and Federal requirements.
• Ensures compliance with financial reporting requirements of external Federal and State agencies (e.g., sales taxes, payroll taxes, etc.).
• Directs the maintenance of the City’s accounting records and accounting systems; oversees all general ledger entries and approves all general ledger reconciliations. May prepare journal entries, and is responsible for setting up new accounts and funds for the City in the accounting system.
• Completes analytical reviews of balance sheet accounts to confirm accuracy; researches items as needed and prepares corrections to the general ledger.
• Initiates, directs, and assists in the preparation, monitoring, and management of both operating and capital budgets, and the multi-year financial forecasts for all budgeted funds.
• Analyzes and provides recommendations on complex issues relating to the operating and capital budget, financial matters, or departmental operations.
• Aids departments with budget requests.
• Aids in developing long-term goals, objectives, and priorities for the Finance Department.
• Ensures that written accounting policies exist and are updated to provide for strong internal controls to allow for safeguarding of the city’s assets, accurate and timely reporting of financial data, and the early detection of errors and omissions.
• Affords assistance in interpreting City policies, department-specific guidelines/policies, and/or ordinances for internal and external customers.
• Affords assistance to management with other duties as necessary.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field and 5 years of experience in accounting required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• PREFERENCES: Experience in municipal accounting preferred. Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) and/or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) working experience with Tyler Technologies Incode10 Financials Software Platform.

Supplemental Information

We Offer a Complete Benefits Package
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits (100% of basic employee-only coverage paid for by the City)
City-provided HSA contribution (if enrolled in the HDHP)
Flexible spending accounts
City-provided disability benefits
City-provided life insurance
Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) pension (8% with a 2:1 city match)
Mission Square 457 Plan with pre-tax 11 paid holidays
Paid vacation and sick leave
Longevity Pay
Certification and Education Pay, if applicable

The City of Aubrey is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, mental or physical disability, age, national origin, veteran status, or disability.