Assistant Director of Finance

Birmingham Jefferson Co•Birmingham, AL

About The Position

For over 50 years, the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex (BJCC) has served as a premier entertainment destination attracting a broad array of events across a diverse collection of venues. Centrally located in the heart of Birmingham, Alabama’s Uptown Entertainment District, the BJCC campus includes Legacy Arena at the BJCC, Protective Stadium, BJCC Concert Hall, over 220,000 square feet of meeting & exhibition space, and City Walk BHAM, a 31-acre public outdoor space with a dog park, pickleball courts, skate park and much more. The Assistant Director of Finance for the BJCC is responsible for supporting the organization’s accounting principles, procedures and initiatives. Assist with supporting accounts receivable, accounts payable, investments, long-term debt, general ledger and event settlements. Prepare financial reports and audit schedules. Perform financial research and analysis as requested by the Senior Director of Finance.

Requirements

Minimum of ten (10) years related knowledge, experience, and skills in accounting and finance experience in a governmental agency, public employer, or other municipality is required with a preferred minimum three (3) years supervisory experience.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with emphasis in accounting, finance, business management, public administration or a related field.
Valid State Driver License.
Due to the significant fiduciary responsibilities of this position, the offer will be contingent on an additional satisfactory credit check.
Demonstrates excellent time management and organizational skills with an attention to details.
Ability to work ethically and maintain confidentiality.
Exceptional understanding of applicable bid laws and Alabama Ethic laws ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal laws.
Ability to act within established accounting principles and best practices with the BJCC best interest.
Must possess superb verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly speak and write Business English.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationship with vendors and the public.
Ability to build effective relationships, both internally and externally, by representing BJCC in a professional manner in all endeavors.
Ability to apply accounting principles to the maintenance of complex fiscal and accounting records.
Knowledge of budgeting procedures including forecasting and monitoring.
Must have excellent computer skills to include Microsoft Office and using spreadsheets and accounting software.
Knowledge of principles and best practice of modern finance and accounting principles in a public organization.
Ability to strategically and critically think, use good judgment, problem solve, plan and coordinate programs.
Must have the ability to manage finances for capital improvement projects, bond indentures, and actively engage and make recommendations as part of the group strategic planning process.
Must have knowledge of procurement policies and procedures consistent with state Bid Laws.
Knowledgeable of risk management and governmental regulations governing accounting practices, to include, Network Security, Credit card standards, etc.
Knowledgeable of tools for financial forecasting.
Must have the ability to calculate figures and amounts, event settlement costs, rental fees, discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, etc.. Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Must have an aptitude for performing numerical analysis of data and formulate conclusions and/or solutions.
Ability to use logic to define a problem collect information establish facts draw valid conclusions interpret information and deal with abstract variables for unique or unfamiliar situations.
Ability to create, analyze and interpret financial statements, reports and documents.
Exceptional leadership skills and strategic decision-making skills.
Ability to think creatively and practically to develop execute and implement business strategies.
The ability to communicate complex financial concepts and expectations in a clear manner that drives results.
Maintains peak performance levels under pressure and in a dynamic work environment.

Nice To Haves

Industry certification(s) and accreditation strongly preferred: Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
Prior auditing experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Responsible for general ledger account reconciliations and necessary adjustment.
Responsible for month-end and year-end general ledger closing and review of working papers prepared by other accountants in the department.
Responsible for event settlement functions related to ticket reports and event charges.
Assist with preparing annual plan, projections and budget.
Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Responsible for recording long-term debt transactions and reconciliation of debt service investment accounts.
Responsible for preparing and reviewing monthly financial reports submitted to Director of Finance before the Board’s regular meeting.
Assist with implementing and management of the new accounting software system.
Assist with ensuring compliance with organization’s policies and applicable laws. Ensure all organizational policies and guidelines are adhered to and administered correctly.
Responsible for preparing work papers and schedules for annual financial statement audit.
Responsible for demonstrating the organization’s core values and using performance management principles to continuously improve the department and organization’s effectiveness, efficiency, services. This includes but is not limited to participating in improvement teams, recommending and implementing improvement ideas, and participating in training and other activities to keep current on processes, information, etc.
Champion and ensure the administration of safe work practices and operations.
Maintain and protect sensitive and confidential financial information.
Perform all work safely in accordance with established safety policies and procedures.
Performs other duties as required.