Accounting Manager at Pinellas County Government

Carrizozo, New Mexico, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Accounting Principles, Auditing Methods, Budgetary Record-Keeping, Microcomputer Software Applications, Financial Reporting, Data Processing, Supervision, Training, Financial Analysis, Report Preparation, Procedure Development, Problem Resolution, Contract Management, Cost Analysis, Compliance, Public Relations

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Accounting Manager Work Location: 509 East Avenue S., Clearwater, FL Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 4:30 pm Performs highly responsible professional accounting and administrative work managing the activities of the Accounting Team within the Budget & Analytics Section of the Construction & Property Management (CPM) Department. Manages, supervises, and participates in the accounting operations of a diversified and complex system that includes accounts payable, contract management, internal and external audit coordination, procedural development, cost analysis, and procurement. Analyzes accounting functions to determine their legality, propriety, and effectiveness. Performs detailed analytical work supporting departmental accounting needs, maintains a comprehensive database of financial information, and develops user-oriented management reports to support strategic and operational decision-making. What Would You Do Plans, assigns, trains, supervises, and evaluates the work of accounting support staff engaged in developing, maintaining, and reviewing required utilities accounting systems; Provides counsel and advice to department directors, managers, accounting staff, and employees on accounting matters, reports, and analysis; Establishes procedures/policies for staff and operating departments to follow to ensure accurate audit trails and coordinates these activities with County policies; Monitors actual financial data including revenues, expenditures, and fund balances for sufficiency and propriety of funding; Resolves problems arising from non-compliance of laws, rules, regulations, and generally accepted accounting principles; Performs technical fiscal studies, analyzes acquired data, and recommends course of action; Prepares, or participates in the preparation of, various monthly and annual reports in compliance with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations; Performs data processing related duties including using statistical packages or programs encoding data, data entry and retrieval, and routine computer terminal operations and programming/reprogramming; Provides analytical and administrative assistance in the development and implementation of efficient financial management systems and procedures that are in compliance with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations; Researches and recommends expenditures of departmental funds for hardware, software, and training needs, monitors maintenance contracts and consultants, and administers contracts for payment to consultants; Provides management reports for budget preparation; Assists in departmental annual audit conducted by independent accounting firm, prepares work papers for audit review, and conducts internal audits ensuring compliance with federal, state, and County regulations and generally accepted accounting principles; Recommends changes to computer applications as related to maximizing efficiency and effectiveness in maintaining financial records; Directs and coordinates training of accounting staff at remote sites; Acts as p-card coordinator and reviews and approves all p-card charges; Drafts board and delegated items and agenda automation; Performs other related job duties as assigned. What Do you Need To Have? Education and Experience: Seven (7) years of experience in progressively responsible professional accounting work covering a complex computerized accounting system that includes one (1) year of supervisory training or experience; or an Associate’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field with course work in computer science and accounting plus five (5) years of experience that includes one (1) year of supervisory training or experience; or a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business or a related field with course work in computer science and accounting plus three (3) years of experience that includes one (1) year of supervisory training or experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience. Florida Driver’s License or Florida Commercial Driver’s License and endorsement, if any. Assignment to work a variety of work schedules including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures; Knowledge of auditing methods, practices, and procedures; Knowledge of the laws, rules, and regulations controlling budgetary record-keeping for County government; Knowledge of microcomputer software applications; Knowledge of financial reporting practices; Knowledge of data processing and word processing equipment, practices, procedures, and ability to apply such knowledge; Ability to plan, direct, and supervise a professional staff; Ability to train and communicate effectively with all levels of employees; Ability to analyze financial transactions and to make appropriate adjusting or original journal entries; Ability to prepare complete accounting reports and statements of considerable complexity; Ability to organize and present clear and concise oral and written reports; Ability to develop and update procedure and operational manuals; Ability to analyze trends from detailed records and factual materials; Ability to promote and maintain effective departmental, inter-departmental, and public relations. Our benefits rank among the top in the area! Looking for a strong retirement? We have you covered as members of the Florida Retirement System (FRS) with investment and pension options. We have deferred compensation programs and wellness centers to name a few perks. Check out these and more! Want To Learn More? Please review the full classification description with the Physical/Mental Demands and Working Conditions at the below link. Accounting Manager, C28

Responsibilities

The Accounting Manager will manage the activities of the Accounting Team, overseeing operations such as accounts payable, contract management, and audit coordination. The role includes analyzing accounting functions and preparing reports to support decision-making.