Comptroller - Finance (1126)

Coconino County•Flagstaff, AZ

About The Position

Under general direction, the Comptroller performs professional accounting, administrative, and analytical work of considerable difficulty in managing the County’s official accounting records. The position manages and oversees preparation of the County’s financial statements and various audits, including the annual financial audit, and performs other related work as assigned. The Comptroller plans, directs, manages, and supervises professional staff; ensures accounting practices comply with applicable standards and regulations; coordinates financial reporting and audits; oversees grant and federal award compliance; maintains accounting systems and controls; and advises County departments on accounting treatment and compliance. The position is exempt from overtime.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
Seven years of experience in government finance, accounting, financial statement preparation, or a related field, and four years of increasingly responsible accounting experience, including one year of supervisory experience; alternatively, an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience demonstrating ability to perform the duties.
Considerable knowledge of governmental accounting and auditing principles and practices, including correct accounting treatment and relevant federal, state, and local regulations.
Knowledge of GAAP, GASB, SAS, and other standard governmental rules and principles.
Knowledge of grant financial management, internal-control frameworks, laws governing County financial activities, and financial, accounting, legal, budgeting, and management information systems principles and practices.
Knowledge of reports, records, and documentation supporting County fiscal operations; business English and editing; public administration; governmental purchasing and budgeting; and positive supervision and organizational development.
Skill in designing and effectively using technology for financial management, analysis, and reporting; working with auditors and outside regulatory groups; written and oral communication; analysis; organization and decision-making; and workload management.
Ability to ensure accuracy and timeliness of reports and accounting records; research and resolve discrepancies; perform and communicate mathematical calculations; and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, professionals, and the public.
Ability to manage moderately to highly complex projects or programs within time and resource constraints; use computer technology for analysis and research; and read and interpret technical materials.
Ability to plan, organize, direct, and review staff work; analyze and interpret complex financial data; develop and evaluate policies and procedures; work safely; communicate effectively; and follow written and verbal instructions.

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Responsibilities

Plan, direct, manage, and supervise professional staff, ensuring work complies with GAAP, GASB standards, laws, regulations, and other applicable guidelines.
Lead and coordinate preparation of the County’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Arizona Expenditure Limit Report, including notes and required supplemental information.
Manage the annual audit of financial reports, coordinating contracted support and assigning staff to ensure timely and accurate completion.
Design and prepare financial reports, schedules, and statements concerning financial condition, legal and regulatory compliance, and accounting reconciliations.
Develop and coordinate responses to internal and external audit findings, recommend corrective action to the Chief Financial Officer, and ensure corrective action is taken.
Oversee grant and federal award compliance with regulations and contractual requirements and coordinate preparation of the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA).
Keep current with GASB pronouncements, manage implementation of new GASB standards, and provide technical assistance to other County departments.
Manage general and subsidiary ledgers, accounting systems, monthly and annual closings, trial balances, capital assets, project accounting, grant financial management, and financial reporting.
Establish and enforce internal controls to mitigate financial risk; regularly evaluate controls, policies, and procedures and recommend revisions as circumstances change.
Preserve the accuracy, timeliness, and standards compliance of the County’s official accounting records.
Develop systems and procedures to monitor general ledger activity; review and analyze year-end account balances for accuracy and reasonableness.
Develop and maintain the general ledger chart of accounts.
Ensure compliance with bond reporting requirements to maintain a strong bond rating.
Prepare and review reports and analyses for management and other departments.
Evaluate assigned personnel; initiate personnel actions; resolve or refer personnel problems or grievances; assign and direct work; and provide technical support and guidance.
Advise County departments on accounting treatments, complex issues, and compliance with policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.