Assistant Finance Director

Town of Garner•Garner, NC

1d•$90,010 - $113,589•Onsite

About The Position

The Town of Garner is seeking an Assistant Finance Director to perform professional and responsible supervisory work in planning, organizing, and executing the accounting services and activities for the Town. This role acts in the absence of the Finance Director and reports to the Chief Financial Officer. The position may supervise up to three employees.

Requirements

a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field AND at least two (2) years of professional experience in general accounting
a Associates degree from an accredited college or university with a major Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field AND at least five (5) years of professional experience in general accounting
at least two (2) years of supervisory experience

Nice To Haves

Previous governmental accounting experience is strongly preferred.
Previous experience using MUNIS/Tyler Tech and/or ADP is preferred.
Master's degree
current CPA license
Certified Public Financial Officer designation

Responsibilities

Supervises and/or participates in the preparation of accounts payable, payroll, accounting, revenue collections, and front desk operations.
Assigns, directs, and supervises a staff engaged in paraprofessional accounting activities ensuring adherence to established policies, procedures, and standards; assists and advises subordinates, as necessary, resolving problems as non-routine situations arise.
Performs general ledger preparation and maintenance, budgetary accounting, financial reporting, fixed assets, miscellaneous invoicing, and related tasks.
Participates in hiring and provides technical guidance, performance coaching and evaluation, training, and work assignment for staff.
Supervises and establishes daily priorities for the operation of the accounting functions and activities for the office; supervises the workflow and adjustment of work among the staff.
Prepares budget amendments; conducts internal audits as needed; reviews and posts journals. Analyzes, tabulates, and completes a wide variety of state, federal and other records, and reports. Balances and reconciles bank accounts, general ledger, and other accounts monthly.
Prepares accounting procedures and manuals including research, writing, editing, and training staff on provisions. Assists other municipal departments with accounting related questions and procedures.
Interprets and enforces current fiscal policies and practices for the department. Assembles statistical, tax, and accounting data on request.
Assists the auditors during the annual audit of the financial records; participates in development of the ACFR. Serves as back up and provides support to payroll operations as needed.
Generates special reports and statements for Town management as requested.
Performs related duties as required.