Assistant Finance Director

Glenview Park District • Glenview, IL

43d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Glenview Park District is an independent local government agency that provides beautiful parks and outstanding recreational opportunities for the residents of Glenview, IL and beyond. Major facilities include a 170,000 sq. ft. community center, three aquatic centers, an 18-hole golf course with clubhouse and restaurant, a 9-hole golf course with platform tennis, a tennis club, an ice center, a 1920s dairy farm, an 1850s nature/history center, and newly renovated administrative offices. The District has over 120 full-time employees, 350 year-round, part-time employees and another 500 summer/temporary employees. The Assistant Finance Director reports to the Finance Director and assists with the overall management and operations of the Finance Department. Acts as the manager on duty in the absence of the Finance Director. Serves as backup for the Senior Accountant and Accounts Payable positions. Conducts internal audits of financial activity and practices. Assists in the development, analysis and monitoring of the budget. Assists with the coordination and data collections for the annual audit. Manages Capital Assets process. Oversees year-end issuance of 1099 forms. Performs financial analysis and prepares ad-hoc reports. Assists in developing financial strategies to meet the goals of the District.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field required.
• At least five (5) years of relevant experience required.
• Significant knowledge of accounting practices, financial systems, internal controls and auditing.
• Standard business practices.
• Advanced skills in Excel and report writing.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information to a general audience.

Nice To Haves

• CPA highly desired.
• Significant and material experience in lieu of formal education.
• Prior experience in managerial or governmental accounting strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Acts as the manager on duty in the absence of the Finance Director.
• Serves as backup for the Senior Accountant and Accounts Payable positions.
• Conducts internal audits of financial activity and practices.
• Assists in the development, analysis and monitoring of the budget.
• Assists with the coordination and data collections for the annual audit.
• Manages Capital Assets process.
• Oversees year-end issuance of 1099 forms.
• Performs financial analysis and prepares ad-hoc reports.
• Assists in developing financial strategies to meet the goals of the District.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage – PPO or HMO
• Dental Coverage
• Prescription Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability (IMRF)
• Short-Term Disability Supplemental (Aflac)
• Pension/Defined Benefit Plan (IMRF)
• 457 Plan/Defined Contribution Plan
• Paid Time Off & Paid Emergency Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Membership Dues Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Park District Facility Discounts and Usage Benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager