Accounting Systems Coordinator

City of Albuquerque•Albuquerque, NM

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Oversee and coordinate the planning and implementation of new financial systems and procedures within assigned division of Accounting; analyze user information needs and provide recommendations and perform a variety of administrative tasks in support of assigned area of responsibility. Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Essential and Supplemental Functions ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the functions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. Oversee and coordinate the planning and implementation of new financial systems and procedures including enhancements to existing financial systems. Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; establish schedules and methods for providing user services; implement policies and procedures. Evaluate and assess client needs and recommend solutions; serve as project manager with staff; set project priorities. Design, coordinate and conduct user training, education and problem-solving sessions; assist users with system functions; develop and maintain user manuals. May act as the primary contact for issues related to PC hardware and software for assigned division personnel. Prepare and conduct presentations on new systems and upgrades to existing systems and other accounting and information systems projects to management and the Administration. Participate in the evaluation and recommendation for the use of funds available for acquisition and replacement of hardware and software. Maintain records and develop reports concerning new or ongoing programs and program effectiveness; prepare and present project progress reports. Assist with the more advanced and complex tasks of the work unit including preparing trial balances for general purpose financial statements. Participate in the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). This document must be completed in full compliance with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements. Review and interpret new pronouncements of GASB and Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) to determine the impact on the City's financial operations. Revise existing policies or establish new policies as necessary. Administer the more complex financial functions relative to City "funds" which includes, but is not limited to, reviewing fund expenditures, revenues, capital expenditures and debt service requirements. Provide technical and professional financial support to City departments, Budget Office, City Administration and City Council. Serve as point of contact for external auditors during the City's Audit. Provide auditors with reports and schedules as required and respond to auditor queries/findings SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS: Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new developments in the field of financial and information systems. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration or management information systems to include twelve (12) credit hours in accounting with a passing grade of a 'C' or better
Six (6) years of accounting experience in analyzing and reconciling chart field accounts
At least four (4) years in financial statement preparation or governmental accounting
Two (2) years of supervisory experience

Nice To Haves

Management information systems experience preferred
Possession of a valid Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee and coordinate the planning and implementation of new financial systems and procedures including enhancements to existing financial systems.
Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; establish schedules and methods for providing user services; implement policies and procedures.
Evaluate and assess client needs and recommend solutions; serve as project manager with staff; set project priorities.
Design, coordinate and conduct user training, education and problem-solving sessions; assist users with system functions; develop and maintain user manuals.
May act as the primary contact for issues related to PC hardware and software for assigned division personnel.
Prepare and conduct presentations on new systems and upgrades to existing systems and other accounting and information systems projects to management and the Administration.
Participate in the evaluation and recommendation for the use of funds available for acquisition and replacement of hardware and software.
Maintain records and develop reports concerning new or ongoing programs and program effectiveness; prepare and present project progress reports.
Assist with the more advanced and complex tasks of the work unit including preparing trial balances for general purpose financial statements.
Participate in the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).
Review and interpret new pronouncements of GASB and Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) to determine the impact on the City's financial operations.
Revise existing policies or establish new policies as necessary.
Administer the more complex financial functions relative to City "funds" which includes, but is not limited to, reviewing fund expenditures, revenues, capital expenditures and debt service requirements.
Provide technical and professional financial support to City departments, Budget Office, City Administration and City Council.
Serve as point of contact for external auditors during the City's Audit.
Provide auditors with reports and schedules as required and respond to auditor queries/findings.
Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new developments in the field of financial and information systems.
Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.