Controller

Fulton County • Government Center 141 Pryor Street, GA

31d • Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this classification is to manage County accounting and financial reporting operations and ensure official financial books and records are compliant with all applicable federal, state and local law and accounting practices for governmental entities. Responsibilities include overseeing debt administration; directing the annual audit process, vendor payment process, grant accounting and federal reimbursements; and preparation of official financial reports that summarize and forecast the County’s financial position.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in finance, accounting, business administration or public administration or a related field required
• Seven (7) years of experience in governmental budgeting, accounting, auditing and financial administration
• Four (4) years of management experience
• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.
• Must hold an active Certified Public Accountant (C.P.A.) license issued by the State of Georgia.
• Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all county or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position.
• Application must document that the applicant possesses the minimum knowledge, skills, education and experience as listed to be rated as qualified.
• If selected, an official, accredited college transcript is required, at time of employment, for all degrees/course work used to qualify for this position.
• All applications must be completed in full before they are submitted.
• Please review all applications for accuracy and make all corrections before submittal because errors can result in not meeting the minimum qualifications.
• Additional information will not be accepted after applications are received by the Department of Human Resources Management.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff: makes hiring and termination decisions/recommendations; establishes workloads and prioritizes work assignments; develops and oversees employee work schedules to ensure adequate coverage and control; compiles and reviews timesheets; approves/processes employee concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate; assists with or completes employee performance appraisals; establishes evaluation and performance criteria for each area; acts as a liaison between employees and management; and directs training programs for Finance Department staff in operations, policies, and procedures.
• Oversees financial information system user operations and reporting; manages system stability, evaluation of internal controls over data and business processes; conducts/oversees analysis and testing of applicable upgrades to financial system.
• Directs annual audit process: oversees production of Annual Comprehensive Financial Report in accordance with governmental accounting standards; presents reports to external auditor for attestation as required by State law; compiles and evaluates information from county's financial system, data from other areas, departments, and in some cases other legal entities to incorporate into County audited financial statements; and determines appropriate internal controls to ensure accuracy of financial transactions.
• Assists in preparation and review of documents related to obtaining bonded debt and credit ratings for Fulton County: evaluates professional services related to issuance of debt; evaluates financial disclosure options with financial advisors and bond counsel in drafting the provisions of newly issued bond offering documents; researches federal provisions of new debt available to Fulton County; ensures debts are paid in accordance with bond or lease provisions; oversees recording of debt payments; establishes financial system chart of accounts; prepares information related to national rating agency inquiries; and participates in interviews with rating agencies.
• Supervises various financial operations, including cash management, general accounting, accounts payable, and project accounting: analyzes, recommends, and implements changes in the accounts payable and project accounting process.
• Performs a variety of activities in support of County accounting and finance administration: researches and evaluates financial impact of proposed state legislation; performs detailed cash flow projections and analysis; analyzes complex investment alternatives based on the level of risk; reviews actuarial reports for accuracy; revises financial policies and procedures as required; and acts as a departmental liaison to other boards and committees as required.
• Maintains a current, comprehensive knowledge and awareness of applicable laws, regulations, principles and practices relating to government accounting and financial reporting; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; and attends meetings, workshops, hearings, and training sessions as required.
• Performs other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

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