Accounting Manager - Health & Human Services

Tillamook County•Tillamook, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Manager oversees accounting, billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and purchasing functions. This role is involved in grant applications, budget and financial reporting, fiscal audits, and financial compliance. The position serves as a liaison between the department, the County Finance Department, outside agencies, and internal department staff regarding financial matters. This position may act as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) during a temporary absence of the CFO.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
Equivalent experience may be substituted for educational requirements. Amount of additional experience acceptable: Four (4) years.
Three (3) years progressively responsible management or supervisory experience.
Any satisfactory combination of experience and training.
Knowledge of modern office management practices and methods.
Knowledge of accounting principles, practices and techniques.
Knowledge of record keeping methods and requirements.
Knowledge of Business English, spelling, grammar, composition, and formats.
Knowledge of public operations, policy and procedures.
Ability to answer questions, provide services, and serve as liaison for Departmental Administrator.
Working knowledge of federal and state statutes that affect health care.
Basic knowledge of legal documents and terminology.
Knowledge of fiscal policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all County, Federal, and State guidelines.
Knowledge of financial analysis methods and reporting practices for budget planning, oversight, and tracking.
Skill in operation of modern office equipment and machinery.
Skill in processing information and use of automated equipment.
Skill in report and budget preparation.
Skill in managing and reviewing fiscal-related tasks, including budgeting, financial tracking, and reporting.
Skill in creating and presenting reports to internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written formats.
Ability to establish, maintain and prepare records, reports and statistical data.
Ability to supervise and lead support staff.
Ability to make decisions independently in accordance with established policy, establish new policies when applicable, and use initiative and judgment in carrying out tasks and responsibilities.
Ability to utilize problem identification and resolution techniques.
Ability to courteously meet and deal effectively with others.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Ability to adapt to changing financial and reporting requirements and respond to unexpected fiscal or reporting requests outside of regular schedules.
Must pass a pre-employment criminal history background investigation.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Health Care regulatory environment preferred but not required.
Graduate degree or Advanced Accounting Certification preferred but not required.
Experience with grant related budgeting and reporting preferred.
County governmental experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage the financial aspects of the Departmental Administrator’s office, which includes directing department fiscal activities, ensuring compliance with rules and regulations, and maintaining accuracy in financial statements.
Oversee financial activities for the Department: reporting, audits, general ledger, etc.
Develop, interpret and monitor departmental fiscal plans/budgets, and policies and procedures.
Provide financial input for grant writing, reporting, and auditing.
Develop pricing strategies.
Monitor cash flow, costs, and revenue for the department.
Prepare and present financial statements and operating reports.
Maintain accurate and timely accounting records.
Manage department and grant budgeting and tracking, ensuring compliance with Federal, State, Local, and Health Council Board requirements.
Prepare and submit Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual fiscal reports for internal and external agencies.
Provide technical assistance on financial/budgetary matters to department staff and County Treasurer’s Office.
Supervise and coordinate work activities of clerical and/or accounting support staff and grant specialists.
Offer assistance as needed and determine efficient and effective solutions when problems arise.
Ensure work complies with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and appropriate legal and regulatory standards.
Involved in selection, training, review and evaluation of work performance of accounting staff.
Interpret policy and procedures.
Establish and maintain record keeping and retention systems.
Prepare correspondence, reports, statistical and financial data and other materials of an important or confidential nature.
Assist in the development and management of contracts and agreements.
Interpret department policy and procedure to department heads, public officials, employees and the public.
Serve as principal liaison between department and external accounts and agencies responsible for financial audits.
Performs additional duties as assigned.
Directly manage team members, including training, assigning, and directing work, evaluating performance, disciplining as necessary, and addressing employee concerns and grievances.
Provide team members with regular feedback on performance, including frequent informal feedback, annual performance reviews, assisting with professional development, and making recommendations for employee separations, promotions, or special assignments.
Participate in the recruitment of new employees, including interviewing and making hiring recommendations/decisions and compensation recommendations.
Disseminate, implement, and enforce organization and team standards, policies, and procedures, including providing proper guidance to those carrying out related duties.