Finance

Accounting Supervisor

Thu, 23 May 2013 21:02:00 GMT

College Park, Georgia
Begin Date: Thursday, May 23, 2013
End Date: Friday, June 14, 2013

Accounting Supervisor
Finance & Accounting Department
Salary Minimum $43,238 – Midpoint
$54,514

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
This position is responsible for supporting the Finance Director by performing the core financial functions of the City including overall financial management, accounting, reporting, budgeting, payroll, procurement, internal auditing and financial record keeping. Duties are highly responsible and complex, requiring independent judgment, and are accomplished under the general direction of the Finance Director.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:
Responsible for a progression of tasks necessary to producing timely and accurate statements of the City’s financial condition; tasks include developing internal control procedures, which will promote efficiency and accuracy and identifying weaknesses in existing methods in order to reduce risks of decisions being based on misinformation; Prepares monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting documents; Directs, monitors and evaluates work of department staff; interviews, hires, trains, assigns work, addresses complaints, resolves conflicts, rewards and disciplines employees; Maintains a high degree of familiarity with all financial systems modules; including general ledger, accounts payable, purchasing, payroll, budgeting, fixed assets and other special projects software; Supports the Finance Director with day-to-day operations of the Finance Department, and with special projects as required. Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of public accounting, finance, budgeting and auditing principles, procedures and techniques; Knowledge of principles and practices of public financial administration including budget preparation; Knowledge of principles and practices of fund investing procedures and cash management; Ability to interpret and apply related Federal, State and local laws; Ability to apply sound administrative and fiscal practices; Ability to prepare accounting/financial data projections; Ability to present ideas effectively orally and in writing; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other City employees/departments, City officials, and the public.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree required in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field; CPA certification preferred; five (5) years of progressively responsible financial management experience; prefer knowledge of and experience in municipal government financial operations; equivalent combination of education and experience.

CLOSING DATE:
Applications will be accepted through Friday, June 14, 2013. Resumes will not be accepted without an application. An application may be obtained from the City’s website: www.collegeparkga.com or the Human Resources Department located at 3667 Main Street, College Park, Georgia 30337. Fax number is 404-305-1342.

City Of College Park
Human Resources Department
3667 Main Street
College Park, GA 30337
(404) 669-3768
EOE/M/F

Accounts Payable Clerk

Tue, 21 May 2013 21:36:00 GMT

Cornelia, Georgia
Begin Date: Tuesday, May 21, 2013
End Date: Wednesday, June 12, 2013

The purpose of this job is to prepare, monitor and analyze accounts payable transactions for the City of Cornelia. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, ensuring that transactions are processed accurately, timely, and in accordance with policies and regulations, Prepares, posts, and maintains accounts payable transactions. Prepares and posts journal entries for monthly recurring transactions. Creates, processes and mails invoices. Prepares, processes and issues purchase orders. Assists in entering utility payments and balancing of cash receipts. Performs clerical functions, such as preparing monthly reports, maintaining files, copies, answer telephones, greet customers, etc. Performs other related duties as required.

Associate/Vocational/Technical degree in accounting or related discipline with three years of bookkeeping and/or accounting experience required; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position.

Send resume/application to Human Resources, City of Cornelia, P.O. Box 785, Cornelia Ga 30531, dfeorino@corneliageorgia.org or fax to 706-778-2234.
E.O.E.

Assistant CFO/Controller

Tue, 21 May 2013 19:50:00 GMT

Fayette County
Begin Date: Tuesday, May 21, 2013
End Date: Tuesday, June 04, 2013

ASSISTANT CFO/CONTROLLER

Fayette County is seeking to fill the position of Assistant CFO/Controller in our Finance Department.

Fayette County is located about 15 miles south of the city limits of Atlanta and is considered an integral part of Metro Atlanta. Encompassing about 199 square miles, Fayette County government provides a full range of services to its estimated 103,700 citizens. In spite of its relatively small size in terms of land area, Fayette County offers its residents a variety of amenities and recreational activities. Success in fusing together a rich heritage and a flair for cosmopolitan living has earned the Fayette Community a place among favored communities in America.

This position is responsible for assisting in the administration of the County’s financial services in a manner consistent with the County’s policies and procedures and to ensure the safeguard of its assets.

This position supervises and provides direction to accounting analysts and the accounting supervisor. The Assistant CFO/Controller manages all accounting functions and approves journal entries, payroll, and other payments from County funds. This position is responsible for the oversight of the County’s inventory records, investments and debts, and the annual audit that is performed by external auditors.

Additionally this position oversees the preparation of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Reports (CAFR) and researches new accounting pronouncements and state laws to determine actions needed for implementation and compliance. This position participates in the annual CIP and budget process and is in frequent communication with County personnel, auditors, state officials, contractors, vendors, and members of the general public.

Knowledge required for this position includes, but is not limited to: knowledge of standard management and supervisory practices; knowledge of governmental accounting practices; skill in governmental budget development and management procedures; knowledge of computers and job related software programs; skill in researching and preparing reports; skill in public and interpersonal relations; and skill in oral and written communication. Employee must be able to use office equipment such as computer, calculator, copier, scanner and facsimile machine. Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook required.

Minimum qualifications for this position include knowledge and a level of competency commonly associated with completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field. Sufficient experience to thoroughly understand the work of subordinate positions to be able to answer questions and resolve problems, which is usually associated with one to three years of experience or service. Possession of, or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia.

Annual pay range is $67,122.16 to $102,134.31. Pay rate is commensurate with experience and education. This is an exempt position.

Qualified applicants may apply online at: www.fayettecountyga.gov

Position is open until filled.

Finance Director

Mon, 20 May 2013 20:37:00 GMT

Middle Georgia Regional Commission
Begin Date: Monday, May 20, 2013
End Date: Sunday, June 30, 2013

The Middle Georgia Regional Commission is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Finance Director. The Regional Commission has an annual operating budget of $3.7 million and is the conduit for an additional $8 million in federal and state funds across multiple program areas. Additional information on the Regional Commission can be found at http://www.middlegeorgiarc.org

Qualified candidates have a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business related field. CPA preferred. Governmental accounting experience highly desired. Salary DOQ. Position open until filled.

Interested parties should submit resume and references to:

Ralph Nix
Executive Director
Middle Georgia Regional Commission
175 Emery Highway
Suite C
Macon, GA 31217
rnix@mg-rc.org

Finance Director

Mon, 20 May 2013 18:43:00 GMT

Covington, Georgia
Begin Date: Monday, May 20, 2013
End Date: Wednesday, June 05, 2013

The City of Covington has a vacancy for a Finance Director located in the Administrative Department with an annual starting salary of $63,232 to a maximum annual salary of $93,538 depending upon qualifications. This position serves as the chief fiscal advisor to the City Manager, coordinating accounting, and collection functions. Work requires the independent application of the principles and practices of public finance administration with primary emphasis upon the formulation and execution of the broad policies as well as immediate technical supervision and participation in the detailed activities of these operations. The employee is directly concerned with the development of effective procedures and procedural improvements of the financial system and other activity systems of the City under his or her direction. The employee works with considerable freedom of action, particularly on the more technical aspects of finance.

Required training and experience includes graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; five or more years of experience in accounting and financial management with a minimum one year in governmental financial management; and a CPA certification is required.

Qualified applicants may apply via our website at www.cityofcovington.org or may apply at the City of Covington Human Resources Office, 2194 Emory Street, Covington, Georgia 30014, 770.385.2025. This position will remain open until 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 5th, 2013. The City of Covington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

FINANCE OFFICER

Tue, 07 May 2013 17:02:00 GMT

Harris County
Begin Date: Tuesday, May 07, 2013
End Date: Friday, May 24, 2013

Harris County is accepting applications for the full-time position of Finance Officer.

Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in accounting, public or business administration, or related field; five (5) years progressively responsible experience involving financial management in local government or related field; or any equivalent combination thereof.

Duties include, but are not limited to: supervise accounting staff; work with county manager, county clerk and department heads on financial matters; supervise issuance of purchase orders; monitor compliance with budgets; review payroll/accounts payable check runs; manage chart of accounts for funds under control of Commissioners; office; administer/oversee/manage state, federal and other grants; maintain fixed asset system and inventory listing; prepare financial statements; serve as liaison to outside accountants and auditors by providing necessary financial records; maintain comprehensive knowledge of applicable laws and regulations of the profession.

Familiarity with MAS90 and Excel preferred. Must be able to operate a variety of automated office equipment to include computer, printer, copier, calculator, typewriter and telephone.

Salary DOE/DOQ

Employment application can be found at: www.harriscountyga.gov.
The original application must be submitted for consideration, and may be accompanied by a résumé.

Apply at:
Harris County Commissioners
104 N. College Street
PO Box 365
Hamilton, GA 31811

Hiring is dependent upon drug screening, background check, employment check.

Harris County is an EOE.

Finance Director

Wed, 01 May 2013 18:01:00 GMT

White County
Begin Date: Wednesday, May 01, 2013
End Date: Sunday, June 30, 2013

WHITE COUNTY, GEORGIA

FINANCE DIRECTOR

White County, a recreation community located in the foothills of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Northeast Georgia, is accepting applications for Finance Director.

This is a high-level professional position requiring complex and diverse financial and management analysis. Responsibilities include developing financial management policies and procedures, designing and improving financial processes and/or systems, reviewing internal financial operations, and preparing financial reports and information which summarize findings and recommendations.

Under the direction of the County Manager, directs financial and operational activities of the County in Accounting, Budgeting, Capital Improvement Budgeting, Cash Control, Cost Containment, Fixed Assets, Fleet Management, Grant Administration, Investment Management, and Purchasing.

Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance or closely related field; Master's Degree preferred. Requires a minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible managerial experience in accounting and financial management including staff supervision, development and implementation of financial policies, procedures and programs; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Similar experience in the public sector, CPA and/or Certified Government Finance Officer strongly preferred.
White County offers comparable salary and benefits package. Successful applicant must be able to pass a pre–employment / post–offer drug screen and background check.

Applications are available at: www.whitecounty.net/human_resources/hr.htm.
Résumés will be accepted as a supplement to an application, however, a complete application is required for consideration.

Position opened until filled.