Accounting Supervisor

City of Ypsilanti•Ypsilanti, MI

22h•Onsite

About The Position

This is a professional supervisory accounting position involved in supervising a small staff of high-level clerical employees, overseeing the accounts receivable and the accounts payable and payroll processes and assisting in monitoring the financial operation of the City. Reporting to the Finance Director, an employee in this position uses independent discretion and judgment within the guidelines set forth by statutory requirements and department policies and procedures.

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field from an accredited college or university and five years of experience in an accounting position or any equivalent combination of experience and training that would provide the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and governmental accounting principles and practices and the ability to apply these accurately
Knowledge of governmental laws and regulations and the ability to interpret and apply laws to a variety of financial transactions
Ability to utilize the computer system and related software packages and spreadsheets
Ability to gather and analyze data and prepare timely and accurate financial reports
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Ability to effectively supervise subordinate personnel
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, coworkers, and the public

Responsibilities

Supervise a small staff of high-level clerical employees who perform payroll and accounts payable and accounts receivable functions; assign work to, train, evaluate and participate in the hiring process
Direct, review and participate in the preparation of invoices for payment; verify department funds; review invoices for payments and communicate with vendors
Direct, review and participate in the preparation of the City-wide payroll process, review payroll reports and checks, and answer questions regarding payroll
Maintain general ledger on all funds; make journal entries recording expenses, revenues, transfers and corrections
Reconcile bank statements for all City accounts
Prepare and monitor financial reports, interpret accounts and records and advise the finance director on budget and program performance
Compile data for annual budget; assist other departments in budget preparation; assist in reviewing budget estimates
Review current division policies and procedures, recommend changes and participate in developing new policies and procedures to improve divisional operations
Serve as a resource for Department on computer, payroll and accounting questions and problems
Prepare wage and salary budgets for all departments
Audit all health, dental, optical, short- and long-term disability insurance invoices and prepare for payment
Audit AR invoice Retirees, former employees, and Housing Commission for their share of the benefit costs
Coordinate and compile data for the annual other post-employment benefit (OPEB) actuarial valuation.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the Finance Director and the Director of Administrative Services