22289 - Accounting Supv
About The Position
Assist the Finance and Accounting Manager in managing district accounting operations. Supervise staff and provide administrative and technical support, customer service, guidance, and training for the preparation and processing of district accounts payable and receivable, petty cash, cash receipts, and general ledger functions. Ensure compliance with state and federal laws and agency policies and procedures. Interpret, explain, and advise users on policies and practices while maintaining confidentiality. Support payroll and other accounting functions and projects as assigned. Coordinate audits of accounts payable vouchers for accuracy, validity, and compliance with GAAP and the Virginia Prompt Pay Act. Research and provide documentation to Central Office and internal and external auditors as requested. Research and resolve vendor payment disputes; ensure small purchase credit card transactions and monthly cardholder packages are processed on time and reconciled monthly; and respond to questions from field personnel and vendors. Oversee district-wide accounts payable and/or accounts receivable activities, ensure required documentation is prepared and submitted in accordance with established procedures, direct staff assignments, and troubleshoot issues. Identify and deliver training for accounting or field fiscal personnel.
Requirements
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with people at various organizational levels and with internal and external customers.
- Ability to explain financial terms and laws in an easily understandable manner.
- Ability to interpret, explain, and apply tax and financial laws, policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Ability to develop and deliver technical and financial training.
- Ability to prioritize and organize work effectively.
- Ability to research, reconcile, analyze, and evaluate financial and numerical data and make sound recommendations based on analysis.
- Ability to supervise staff, programs, and budgets.
- Experience applying accounting knowledge to state and federal laws and regulations for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and small purchase credit cards.
- Skill using computers, software applications, and automated web-based financial systems.
- Working knowledge of GAAP, including cost accounting, internal controls, and separation of duties.
Nice To Haves
- A combination of training, experience, or education in Financial Management, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field.
- Progressively responsible experience supervising accounting or fiscal staff and programs.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Finance and Accounting Manager in managing district accounting operations.
- Supervise staff and provide administrative and technical support, customer service, guidance, and training.
- Support preparation and processing of accounts payable and receivable, petty cash, cash receipts, and general ledger functions.
- Ensure accounting operations comply with state and federal laws and agency policies and procedures, and maintain confidentiality.
- Support payroll and other accounting functions and projects as assigned.
- Coordinate audits of accounts payable vouchers for accuracy, validity, and compliance with GAAP and the Virginia Prompt Pay Act.
- Research and provide documentation to Central Office and auditors as requested.
- Research and resolve vendor payment disputes.
- Ensure small purchase credit card transactions and monthly cardholder packages are processed within established timeframes and reconciled monthly.
- Respond to questions and concerns from field personnel and vendors.
- Oversee district-wide accounts payable and/or accounts receivable activities and ensure required documentation is submitted according to established procedures.
- Direct staff assignments and troubleshoot and resolve issues identified by staff.
- Identify training needs and deliver training to accounting or field fiscal personnel.
- Interpret, explain, and advise users on financial policies and practices.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
