Accounting Division Lead — Remote

Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County; Athens (GA); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County seeks a Finance Director to supervise and administer all accounting activities, ensuring GAAP, GASB compliance, and adherence to policies. The role includes monitoring transactions, preparing financial reports, and guiding the Accounting Division staff.

The position requires a Bachelor's in accounting with governmental accounting experience, plus supervisory leadership and CPA/CGFM/CPFO certification or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting with three years of governmental accounting experience.
• Two years of supervisory experience required.
• Certification(s): CPA, CGFM or CPFO; Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manages the operations of the Accounting Division.
• Recruiting, training, supervising, and evaluating Accounting Division staff.
• Develops and implements guidelines, standards, and assignments for the division.
• Prepares and monitors annual Accounting Division budget.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Supervisory experience

GASB standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Master's degree in accounting (preferred)

CPA/CGFM/CPFO certification

Job description

Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County seeks a Finance Director to supervise and administer all accounting activities, ensuring GAAP, GASB compliance, and adherence to policies. The role includes monitoring transactions, preparing financial reports, and guiding the Accounting Division staff.

The position requires a Bachelor's in accounting with governmental accounting experience, plus supervisory leadership and CPA/CGFM/CPFO certification or equivalent.