Accounting Manager

Columbus Water Works•Columbus, GA

About The Position

The Financial Services Manager performs responsible supervisory and administrative duties to manage the daily operations of the Financial Services department. This role ensures that financial, budget, audit, cash receipts, billing, payroll, general ledger, and inventory control are executed accurately and efficiently, in compliance with organizational policies. The Manager exercises initiative and makes good judgment and ensures all financial transactions are processed in a timely manner.

Requirements

Minimum of five years’ experience in an accounting or financial environment, performing progressively responsible administrative and analytical duties.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in database systems and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) or equivalent software required.
Possession of a bachelor’s degree in accounting, or Business Administration with a minor in Accounting/Finance from an accredited college or university required.
Ability to write reports, effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, customers or the general public.
Must possess good customer service skills and oral and written communication skills.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions and percentages.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
Possession of a valid Driver’s License.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Government Financial Officer Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Makes decisions and recommendations to optimize billing processes and procedures.
Oversee daily accounting operations to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to policy
Review invoices for consistency with established procedures and compliance standards.
Ensures timely and accurate month-end closing and reconciliation.
Provide technical guidance on payroll policy interpretation and execution.
Recommend procedural and operational improvements to enhance office efficiency.
Review and audit composite and departmental-level reports.
Draft correspondence, internal communications, requisitions, and related financial reports.
Inform management about relevant accounting and financial policies and procedures.
Manage scheduling and assignment of Financial Services activities.
Approve or deny vacation/time off request and ensure attendance records are properly maintained for payroll.
Addresses and resolves employees’ grievances and concerns.
Participates as an integral member of management – contributing to meetings, special committees, and leadership opportunities.
Assists with special projects assigned by Chief of Finance such as Budget and audit process, Bond Issuance, Rate Modeling, etc.