Financial Accountant – Cash, Investments, Financial Statements

Charlotte County, Clerk of the Circuit Court and County Comptroller•Port Charlotte, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

In support of the Charlotte County Clerk of the Circuit Court and County Comptroller’s mission as guardians of public records and assets, this position is responsible for performing supervisory, technical, and analytical work in the preparation and maintenance of accounting records. Responsible for fund accounting activities, including maintaining schedules/documentation, coordinating and recording deposits, debt payments, and other financial activities, as well as reconciling accounts and preparing other accounting activities related to the funds. Responsible for bank reconciliations of the Board of County Commissioners. The incumbent is the lead with respect to financial statement preparation, including ensuring submission to the GFOA for the Excellence in Financial Reporting certificate. Works closely with the external auditors for year-end supporting documentation. Establishes accounts and maintains the integrity of the financial accounting system.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field from four-year college or university
Four plus years related experience and/or training.
Proficiency using Microsoft Word and Excel are required.
Ability to read and properly interpret GASB statements to ensure adherence in the proper presentation of financial statements.
Must also be able to work nights and weekends as needed to complete required fiscal reporting or as needed to attend commission or other budgetary and/or investment meetings.
Must also be able to attend outside business and other governmental or community functions.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Cost Accounting and/or Governmental Accounting is preferred.
Previous supervisory experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Daily cash management including transfer of monies to and from the State board of Administration (SBA) based on cash flow needs for the day.
Proper recording of all investment transactions in the general ledger, including year-end adjustments to market that may be necessary.
Processes necessary wire transfers to accomplish investment purchases / redemptions.
Processes all credit card transactions via downloads into the General Ledger system.
Responsible for maintaining proper structure in financial statement preparation software (currently Caseware).
Responsible for preparation of year-end financial statements for the Clerk of Circuit Court, Supervisor of Elections, and jointly responsible for the Board of County Commissioners and ACFR, working closely with other Clerk accounting staff to ensure proper presentation of financial statements, including footnotes at every level.
Responsible for governmental type debt, proper accounting entries and payment of all county debt when due.
Responsible for proper presentation of entity wide level financial statements by using conversion entries as prescribed by GASB 34 & GASB 103.
Responsible for submission of required State reporting including Annual Financial report via Loger system and Auditor General.
Maintains account structure within our financial system software: adds, deletes accounts and funds, etc. working with IT staff on issues if necessary.
Liaison with banking staff with respect to our bank accounts, oversees monthly bank reconciliation process for all Board bank accounts.
Prepares various reports, schedules and analysis as requested.
Serves as resource to other Finance staff; troubleshoots problems to assure accurate maintenance of financial data.
Responsible for accuracy and completeness of financial analysis work performed.
Assists with special projects.
Must maintain confidentiality.
Directly supervises one employee.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.