Accounting Manager

Revenue Authority of Prince Georges County•Largo, MD

32d•$0 - $110,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Revenue Authority of Prince George’s County is seeking an Accounting Manager to perform complex accounting activities in a variety of functional areas with strong leadership skills. The incumbent would report directly to the Chief Finance Officer, (CFO) and possesses sound knowledge of accounting principles and practices and demonstrates excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. This role involves a considerable degree of latitude for independent judgment, action and initiative when expediting complex accounting assignments and projects. The Revenue Authority of Prince George is a quasi-governmental entity that serves as a real estate development and development finance agency, an operator of programs and facilities, and a manager of programs and facilities in partnership with other Prince George’s County agencies.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Accounting Finance, Business Administration, or equivalent
Minimum of Three (3) years of Accounting Supervisor experience
Sound knowledge of accounting principles and practices
Familiarity with Accounting Software, MIP Accounting preferred
Internal audit and compliance experience
Ability to process large amounts of numerical data
Experience with automated accounting systems.
Proficiency level with Microsoft Office; emphasis on Excel.
Ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary and lift up to 10 pounds.

Responsibilities

Oversees calculating, posting and verification of financial data for use in maintaining accounting and statistical records
Manages the monthly financial close process, including ensuring all costs incurred are properly recorded, reviewing journal entries, account balance reconciliations and report preparation
Performs reconciliations of general ledger accounts and approves ledger entries by auditing transactions.
Performs monthly banks reconciliations and prepares monthly and quarterly accounting reports.
Oversees, reviews and prepares a variety of journal entries, including accounts receivable aging analyses, audit and post cash receipt transactions.
Analyzes financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with generally accepted accounting practices.
Reviews and assists with Financial Compliance audits and reports.
Compiles data for the yearly Audit as per the Auditors’ request.
Ensuring that the company maintains compliance with accounting legislation.
Supervises the day-to-day tasks and functions of the Senior Accountant, Accounts Payable Technician, Junior Accountant and other assigned staff.
Supervises and provides guidance to the accounting staff in the day-to-day operations to include accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entry, ledger maintenance, revenue, expense and asset accounting.
Authority on various personnel matters include preparing the work schedules, processing leave requests and performance management.
Maintains the integrity of accounting records by ensuring that staff comply with accounting policies and procedures.