FINANCE & ACCOUNTING DIRECTOR II - SES - 37020497

State of Florida

7d • $65,000 - $70,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for assisting in the management, administrative direction, and coordination of staff and activities of an operational unit or program within a budget, financial, and/or accounting services area. Provides guidance and direction to staff involved in fiscal and accounting services and programs, which may include grants compliance, budget analysis, account reconciliation, purchasing, payroll, collections and financial reporting. Participates in strategic planning, staffing decisions, and other key areas. Assumes delegated authority/responsibility to recommend and implement policies within area of responsibility. Analyze and recommend new or updates to business systems for efficient and effective operating. Assists in developing and maintaining partnerships throughout the Agency in order to attain departmental goals and objectives. Conducts research as appropriate for projects or initiatives within the assigned section. May be assigned budgetary responsibilities.

Requirements

• Strategic Management - Ability to apply the principles and practices of strategic planning, development, and evaluation.
• Effective Communication - Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Policy Development - Ability to develop and implement policies, procedures, goals, and objectives.
• Working Relationships - Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Process Evaluation - Ability to evaluate process effectiveness and develop change or alternatives.
• Information Compilation - Ability to gather, interpret, report, and/or edit information.
• Prioritize and Multi-task - Ability to prioritize, organize, and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously.
• Supervisory Requirement - Ability to train and supervise employees.
• Laws, Rules & Regulations - Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply related federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations.
• Agency Policy - Knowledge of and the ability to interpret and apply related policies, procedures, principles, and practices.
• Computer Application Knowledge - Knowledge of applicable computer applications and basic computer functions.
• Fiscal/Accounting Technology - Knowledge of electronic data processing as it applies to fiscal and accounting activities.
• Accounting Principles - Knowledge of and ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Project Planning - Knowledge of principles and practices of project planning, development, and evaluation.
• Management Practices - Knowledge of the concept, principles and practices of management.
• Budgeting Practices - Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and practices of accounting, budgeting, and cost control procedures.
• Data Collection - Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and practices of financial data collection and report preparation.
• Accounting Systems - Knowledge of accounting systems and practices.
• At least eight years of verifiable related experience in accounting or governmental accounting.
• Post-secondary degrees from an accredited college or university with a major in [insert specific majors] may be used as an alternative for the required years of experience on a year-for-year basis.
• A credential evaluation report from an  approved agency must be submitted along with all foreign degrees.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Revenue Management activities, including timely collection, recording, and depositing funds.
• Experience in supervising or leading staff.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong reconciliation skills.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the management, administrative direction, and coordination of staff and activities of an operational unit or program within a budget, financial, and/or accounting services area.
• Providing guidance and direction to staff involved in fiscal and accounting services and programs, which may include grants compliance, budget analysis, account reconciliation, purchasing, payroll, collections and financial reporting.
• Participating in strategic planning, staffing decisions, and other key areas.
• Assuming delegated authority/responsibility to recommend and implement policies within area of responsibility.
• Analyzing and recommending new or updates to business systems for efficient and effective operating.
• Assisting in developing and maintaining partnerships throughout the Agency in order to attain departmental goals and objectives.
• Conducting research as appropriate for projects or initiatives within the assigned section.
• May be assigned budgetary responsibilities.

Benefits

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
• Tuition waivers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed