Finance Administrator - Chart of Accounts

Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County•Nashville, TN

About The Position

The Finance Administrator - Chart of Accounts is a civil service position in the Finance Department’s Division of Accounts. The role performs professional and technical duties related to government-wide financial accounting, including supervising and managing staff and working with departments to ensure accurate Chart of Accounts setup. It also ensures Division of Accounts reports meet ADA requirements and updates the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) automation system annually. Metro Finance provides financial management, information, and business products to policymakers, departments, investors, and the Nashville community to support informed decisions and confidence in government. The Finance Department includes divisions such as procurement, treasury, and management and budget. This position performs related duties as required and completes special projects as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
Three years of experience in governmental chart of accounts or a related field.
Substitution for the stated minimum qualifications will not be considered.
Employees must be residents of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six months of employment.
Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision and project management.
Skill in using Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Pro, or a related system.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Oracle Cloud financials and/or reporting certifications.
Knowledge of governmental accounting standards and financial reporting preparations.
Familiarity with ADA/WCAG accessibility standards as they relate to digital and published financial reports.

Responsibilities

Direct, coordinate, and participate in complex financial accounting activities, including resolving advanced Chart of Accounts (COA) accounting issues and questions.
Perform technical and professional duties supporting general ledger-related accounting modules.
Develop, structure, and maintain the organization’s Chart of Accounts.
Manage COA updates resulting from new business requirements, reorganizations, or regulatory changes.
Troubleshoot and resolve Chart of Accounts-related errors in Oracle Cloud.
Assist with ACFR automation, including preparing financial reports in alignment with newly adopted GASB standards.
Manage area statements, note disclosures, and related schedules within the ACFR.
Ensure internal and external monthly, quarterly, and annual reports meet ADA accessibility standards.
Create dashboards, KPIs, and automated reporting tools as needed to support financial operations.
Coordinate with the ITS Department to publish and post financial documents to the Metro Government website.
Collaborate with the Chief Accountant, Assistant Chief Accountant, and/or Collection Officer to establish accounting policies and procedures consistent with GAAP.
Supervise COA employees in the Division of Accounts, including professional development and performance evaluation.
Oversee annual updates to ACFR automation processes to support accurate and compliant financial reporting.
Participate in weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly meetings to strengthen collaboration and communication with Metro departments.
Assist with Finance Department cross-training to promote shared knowledge and operational consistency.
Participate in workshops and other scheduled meetings monthly, quarterly, or annually, as needed.
Perform duties requiring detailed knowledge of application procedures related to financial system functions.
Complete special projects as assigned.