Accounting Manager

Socket.dev; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a qualified finance professional to supervise and coordinate complex accounting activities in Colorado Springs. The role involves managing the general ledger, bank reconciliations, cash flow, and financial reporting, as well as coordinating annual independent audits and other reviews.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in finance or business, at least five years of governmental accounting experience including two years in a supervisory capacity, and strong

Qualifications

• Five years of responsible governmental accounting experience including two years of supervisory experience.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in finance, business administration, or related field.
• Familiarity with GASB and HUD accounting standards.
• Ability to supervise, train and evaluate staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist Finance Director with management of general ledger, bank reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Coordinate and review the work plan for accounting staff and audits.
• Develop and implement assigned area policies and procedures.
• Coordinate accounting activities with other divisions and outside agencies and organizations.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

General ledger management

Audit coordination

Financial reporting

GASB/HUD knowledge

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, or related field

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Lowell - Colorado Springs, CO, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Salary Range: $38.46 - $44.47Hourly, This position will supervise and coordinate complex accounting activities, analytical studies and special projects; to evaluate and implement business and financial information systems. To assist with and coordinate annual independent public audit and any other financial and accounting reviews or audits; to supervise the accounting staff of the Housing Authority; to coordinate assigned activities with other divisions, outside agencies and the general public; and to develop and implement assigned area policies and procedures.

Supervision Received and Exercised

Receives administrative direction from the Finance Director of the Housing Authority. Exercises direct supervision over professional, technical and clerical staff.

Essential Functions Statement

Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Essential Functions: Assist Finance Director with management of general ledger, bank reconciliations, cash flow management, financial reporting, audit, and various other accounting functions. Coordinate and review the work plan for assigned accounting staff. Assign work activities and projects; monitor workflow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems. Coordinate the organization, staffing and operations of accounting activities, analytical studies and special projects, including various audits by federal, state, and local entities. Train, motivate and evaluate assigned personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures. Identify opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures; identify resource needs; review with appropriate management staff; implement improvements. Perform a variety of analytical duties in support of the Housing Authority; perform a variety of budget and accounting analyses, studies and research projects; gather and analyze data; make recommendations; prepare reports; take appropriate actions Review all general accounting transactions, including adjustments and modifications to accounts for corrections, increases, decreases and transfers; approve fixed assets and grant accounting. Review and approve year-end accrual transactions and advise all accounting sections of proper year-end procedures. Maintain the Housing Authority’s general ledger based on generally accepted accounting principles, GASB, and HUD; interpret financial information and prepare special studies as assigned. Perform complex professional accounting activities in compliance with applicable standards and specifications including general ledger reconciliation, financial reporting and record keeping; review and analyze various records and reports; respond to inquiries or complaints. Develop and implement new systems, methods, procedures and monitor progress in meeting department goals and objectives. Conduct updates with management staff, make adjustments as needed. Coordinate accounting activities with those of other divisions and outside agencies and organizations. Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of Public Housing Authority accounting. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

Knowledge of: Operational characteristics, services and activities of Housing Authority accounting program. Applications of generally accepted accounting principles, GASB, and HUD. Operational characteristics of automated accounting systems and associated mainframe software. Principles and procedures of financial record keeping and reporting. Modern office procedures, methods and equipment including computers. Principles of Housing Authority budget preparation and control. Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation. Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations. Ability to: Supervise, direct and coordinate the work of lower level staff. Select, supervise, train and evaluate staff. Maintain the Housing Authority’s general ledger based on generally accepted accounting principles, GASB and HUD. Review and approve a variety of general accounting transactions. Administer and maintain the local financial system. Interpret and explain Housing Authority accounting policies and procedures. Provide recommendations to established Housing Authority accounting policies and procedures. Prepare clear and concise reports. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including a variety of community groups and the general public.

Experience and Training Guidelines

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Five years of responsible governmental accounting experience including two years of administrative and/or lead supervisory experience. Training: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in finance, business administration, or a related field.

Working Conditions

Environmental: Office environment. Physical: Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting for prolonged periods of time. **Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties and/or responsibilities performed within the job.