Accounting Manager- Bank Reconciliation & GL-1002

Hillsborough County•Tampa, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Manager leads the Clerk’s Accounting General Ledger and Bank Reconciliation function, overseeing accurate, timely, and compliant financial records for the Clerk of the Circuit Court and County Recorder. The role manages bank and liability account reconciliations, directs month-end and year-end close processes, supports annual audits, monitors cash-handling controls, and maintains strong internal controls. The manager advises management, auditors, Information Technology, and other departments on safeguarding public funds and financial system integrity, and supervises accounting professionals responsible for daily cash audit and reconciliation procedures. The position plans and directs the General Ledger and Bank Reconciliation section; oversees transaction posting, account reconciliations, journal entries, liability accounts, cash-handling activities, and financial reporting; and coordinates audit readiness and resolution of accounting and system concerns. It also manages staff through work assignment, review, coaching, performance evaluation, and development. The role is fully on-site, with possible extended hours during month-end and year-end close and audits. The stated starting salary is $28.82 per hour, or $59,945.60 annually. The position is unclassified and at-will.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, plus five years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including general ledger and bank reconciliations, with at least two years in a supervisory role; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and governmental fund accounting experience.
A master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or Public Administration may substitute for two years of required non-supervisory experience.
Advanced knowledge of governmental accounting principles, GAAP, and GASB standards.
Advanced understanding of fund accounting and its application to public funds.
Advanced knowledge of internal control frameworks and best practices, including control design, testing, and remediation.
Knowledge of applicable laws, statutes, policies, rules, and best practices related to financial services operations.
Knowledge of management principles, including workforce planning, performance management, and employee development.
Skill in leading, coaching, and developing professional accounting staff.
Proficiency with enterprise financial systems, word-processing, spreadsheet, and database software.
Expertise in bank reconciliation, general ledger accounting, month-end and year-end close, and financial reporting.
Ability to analyze complex financial data, identify trends and variances, and develop conclusions and recommendations.
Ability to plan, delegate, prioritize, and evaluate staff work to meet close and reporting deadlines.
Ability to analyze and audit accounting, fiscal, and payroll data and reports.
Ability to develop advanced Excel models, schedules, summaries, and management reports.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and independent decision-making to resolve complex accounting issues.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with staff, management, auditors, and external agencies.
Ability to build collaborative relationships and maintain professionalism in a fast-paced public-sector environment.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, with a focus on accuracy and deadlines.
Eligible candidates must take a written accounting assessment test.

Nice To Haves

Experience in governmental accounting.
Experience with Oracle Cloud Financials (Fusion).
A professional credential such as CPA, CGFM, CPM, CMA, CPFO, CGFO, or CTP; encouraged but not required.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, direct, and control the General Ledger and Bank Reconciliation section, including workload, priorities, and staffing.
Direct the month-end close, including the close calendar, accruals, adjusting entries, and final review and sign-off of general ledger balances.
Lead year-end closing and annual audit work in coordination with department Senior Accounting Managers.
Ensure timely and accurate transaction posting and general ledger integrity.
Direct bank reconciliations, review and approve reconciliations of Clerk bank accounts, and ensure out-of-balance conditions and reconciling items are resolved promptly.
Oversee bank portal inquiries and verification of bank deposits; establish and monitor audit procedures for compliance.
Monitor cash-handling activities, including cash receipting, credit card processing, and cashier access, and recommend and implement corrective actions.
Review and approve journal entries, adjustments, and child support collection interfaces.
Oversee management and reconciliation of liability accounts, including payroll liabilities.
Oversee support for credit card transactions, including website issue resolution, customer refunds, and user access administration.
Evaluate accounting systems and internal controls, identify control gaps, and implement changes as needed.
Maintain written standard operating procedures for assigned team tasks and monitor compliance.
Liaise with internal and external auditors; prepare and review audit schedules, coordinate responses to findings, and ensure audit readiness.
Prepare, review, and present complex financial analyses, reconciliations, and reports to management, explaining variances, trends, and accounting issues.
Coordinate with other departments and provide advice and assistance on accounting matters.
Serve as a point of contact for Information Technology staff, government agencies, and business units; partner with IT on system problem resolution, enhancements, and upgrades.
Resolve escalated process and system concerns and research and resolve complex accounting discrepancies and inquiries.
Manage and supervise accounting staff, including recommending hiring, promotion, and disciplinary actions; assigning and reviewing work; and training staff.
Evaluate staff performance and provide coaching, feedback, and development.
Serve as backup for peers or management when needed and perform other assigned duties.