Deputy Director, Fiscal Operations - Dallas

Equus•Greenville, TX

10h

About The Position

The Deputy Director of Fiscal Operations manages and directs the Fiscal Operations department, ensuring internal controls are in place, providing financial projections, and meeting departmental obligations. The role oversees fiscal operations, financial reporting, and budget development, and recommends improvements to financial processes. It provides strategic direction and establishes business objectives and goals for the department. The position also manages departmental budgets and performance measures, maintains accounting systems and procedures in accordance with applicable guidelines, and leads the resolution of outstanding audit matters.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree with major coursework in accounting or a related field; additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of required education.
Eight years of relevant experience, including three years of supervisory experience.
Knowledge of budget control methods, fiscal policies and procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations pertaining to financial operations of Workforce Solutions contracts.
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the Financial Manual for Grants and Contracts (FMGC).
Knowledge of effective management techniques and practices, including planning, strategy development and implementation, assessment of outcomes, and accountability.
Word processing, spreadsheet, technology, and computer skills.
Exceptional customer service, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
Excellent problem-solving, critical-thinking, organizational, and detail-oriented skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to provide strategic direction and establish business objectives.
Valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, and a good driving record.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree from an accredited university or college.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or progress toward CPA.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Manage and supervise all aspects of the Fiscal Operations department, providing strategic direction and establishing business objectives and goals.
Manage and monitor the departmental budget and performance measures, ensuring adequate internal controls.
Develop budgets, implement budget plans, initiate budget requests, track expenditures, prepare forecast projections, and develop corrective action plans.
Establish reporting systems, maintain accounting systems, and develop accounting procedures in accordance with applicable rules, regulations, and local, state, and federal guidelines.
Interface with auditors, provide oversight, and lead the resolution of outstanding matters related to Fiscal Operations.
Develop and update procedures and coordinate accounting operations.
Interpret laws and regulations and apply advanced accounting theory.