Deputy Auditor-Treasurer II (Finance)

Cass County • Walker, MN

12d • $31 - $40

About The Position

PURPOSE OF POSITION : To assist the Auditor-Treasurer Recorder Office in maintaining fiscal integrity by accurately, efficiently and responsibly performing centralized accounting and auditing functions as primary accounts payable coordinator; including oversight of the Integrated Financial System [IFS]. To provide expertise and lead work functions, recognize, investigate and resolve problems and recommend alternative solutions, develop and recommend new accounting procedures and train staff in these areas. WORK PERFORMED/JOB FUNCTIONS : Coordinates all centralized aspects of accounts payable activities and control functions for the maintenance and processing sequences of the Integrated Financial System, including the master file of vendors, chart of accounts, all budget line-item account codes and established dollar amounts. Ensures compliance of all payments with applicable federal and state laws, county policies, rates, public purpose and proper authorization. Provides all IFS reports and custom reports to management for budget reporting, cost analysis, preparation of the annual financial statement, grant cost accounting and reporting, and periodic comparisons of changes in fund balance. Will assist in the preparation of the County’s Basic Financial Statements per Governmental Accounting Standards Board Statement No. 34 and provide detailed information and reports to the State Auditor/private CPA’s as needed in the audit process. Assists the Auditor-Treasurer Recorder Office with general office functions including providing front-line customer service to the public in person and over the phone. Provides assistance in all areas of the Auditor-Treasurer’ Recorder Office including but not limited to general election support, deed processing, tax system inquiry and processing, and tax statement/form issuance and tax receipting. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Requires a sound knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures and the ability to perform basic math calculations.
• Must have the ability to organize large volumes of work around multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Must have the ability to analyze cost and financial data and prepare custom reports utilizing spreadsheets and other computer programs.
• Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county staff and department heads as an accounting resource.
• Attention to detail and accuracy is essential.
• At minimum, an associate degree in accounting and two years of related experience.
• Must be proficient in the use of a personal computer using spreadsheets, word processing, Adobe, and financial applications.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred.
• Experience in governmental and fund accounting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates all centralized aspects of accounts payable activities and control functions for the maintenance and processing sequences of the Integrated Financial System, including the master file of vendors, chart of accounts, all budget line-item account codes and established dollar amounts.
• Ensures compliance of all payments with applicable federal and state laws, county policies, rates, public purpose and proper authorization.
• Provides all IFS reports and custom reports to management for budget reporting, cost analysis, preparation of the annual financial statement, grant cost accounting and reporting, and periodic comparisons of changes in fund balance.
• Will assist in the preparation of the County’s Basic Financial Statements per Governmental Accounting Standards Board Statement No. 34 and provide detailed information and reports to the State Auditor/private CPA’s as needed in the audit process.
• Assists the Auditor-Treasurer Recorder Office with general office functions including providing front-line customer service to the public in person and over the phone.
• Provides assistance in all areas of the Auditor-Treasurer’ Recorder Office including but not limited to general election support, deed processing, tax system inquiry and processing, and tax statement/form issuance and tax receipting.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Benefit Information
• Cass County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree