Accounting Manager

Gfoat; Leander (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Leander is seeking an experienced Accounting Division supervisor to lead daily financial operations in the Finance Department and oversee staff. The role focuses on accurate financial reporting, internal controls, and timely close processes.

You will coordinate with auditors, manage debt and annual reports, and guide budgeting and CIP activities while ensuring compliance with GASB standards and city policies. A degree in accounting/finance with government experience is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of five years of accounting experience in a local, state, or federal government entity, two of which must have been in a supervisory capacity.
• Valid Texas Class C Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Supervise assigned staff in the Accounting division of the Finance Department.
• Interview, hire, and train employees; address personnel issues and supervise subordinates.
• Direct and manage the activities of the Accounting Division and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.
• Oversee year-end close, GL reconciliations, accruals, and year-end adjustments.
• Develop and review internal controls; ensure compliance with policies and laws; update procedures.
• Coordinate with GASB pronouncements and implement new standards in workflow and financial statements.
• Oversee debt management and prepare related journal entries; manage bond and loan accounting.
• Assist in budget development and monitoring; support Capital Improvement Program.
• Coordinate with independent auditors and assist in ACFR preparation; respond to audit recommendations.
• Provide analysis and support for financial reporting and FSRs; respond to Open Records Requests.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

GASB knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Internal controls

Budgeting

Problem solving

MS Word

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Master’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA

CGFO

Tools

MS Word

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Essential Duties & Required Qualifications

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for supervising assigned staff in the Accounting division of the Finance Department.
• Responsible for interviewing, hiring, and training employees. Addresses and resolves personnel issues and takes responsibility for subordinates’ activities.
• Assist in the administration, management, plans, and directs the activities of the Accounting Division.
• Evaluates work performance of assigned staff and provides timely feedback.
• Inspires and encourages staff development, provides staff training, responds to staff inquiries, and ensures that tasks are performed timely and accurately.
• Responsible for the annual year‑end financial system close out process ensuring all general ledger reconciliations, accruals, and various year‑end adjustments and entries are accurate and complete.
• Responsible for the development and periodic review of internal controls within the City as they relate to the accounting function; ensures compliance with City policies, federal laws and mandated standards. Updates policy and procedures as needed.
• Responsible for researching new accounting pronouncements issued by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and legal requirements. Develops a process for implementing new standards into the workflow and financial statements.
• Assist in directing the maintenance of the City's accounting records and accounting systems. Oversee general ledger entries and approves all general ledger reconciliations. Prepares journal entries and assist with record retention of Accounting documentation.
• Coordinates selection of the independent auditors and serves as the primary contact for the audit. Assist with preparation of Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). Coordinates with auditors to issue annual reports and implement the auditor’s recommendations.
• Responsible for debt management, including maintaining the debt service schedule subsidiary ledgers and preparing year end journal entries.
• Provides assistance with Request for Proposal (RFP) for bank depository services.
• Responsible for Record Retention process and execution.
• Completes analytical reviews of balance sheet and income statement accounts to confirm accuracy. Researches items as needed and prepares corrections to general ledger.
• Assists other departments in analysis of financial transactions and reconciliations of subsystems to the general ledger. Ensures 3rd party systems have proper integration with ERP system.
• Responsible for reviewing and administering the annual operating budget for compliance, including the Capital Improvement Program.
• Work with purchasing team on the credit card merchant accounts City‑wide. Assist departments with requests for equipment, new credit card merchant account set up, and with any issues with day‑to‑day operations.
• Responds quickly and accurately to Open Record Requests through appropriate channels.
• Assists in developing long‑term goals, objectives, and priorities for the Accounting Division.
• Responds to requests for service or assistance, displays willingness to make decisions, exhibits sound and accurate judgement, supports and explains reasoning for decisions, and includes the appropriate people in decision making process.
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co‑workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service with tact and consideration. Offers assistance and support to co‑workers and works cooperatively in group situations. Provides training to City staff.
• Provides back up for the Director of Financial services in their absence.
• Performs additional related duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four‑year college or university in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of five years of accounting experience in a local, state, or federal government entity, two of which must have been in a supervisory capacity.

Required Certificates and Licenses

• Valid Class "C" Driver's License from Texas or any US State.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree (M.A.) or higher in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices including general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable; methods and practices of governmental accounting.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB).
• Ability to interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, procedures, laws and regulations.
• Ability to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness. Displays commitment to excellence. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality. Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Ability to learn and apply new skills. Keeps abreast of current developments and requires minimal supervision.
• Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities; puts success of team over own interests.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to follow detailed verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to communicate with other employees and the general public in a courteous and diplomatic manner.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Analyze situations and adopt quick, effect, and reasonable courses of action. Ability to manage difficult or emotional situations.
• Knowledge of Methods and techniques of scheduling work assignments; methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing with proper punctuation, spelling and grammar.
• Skill in directing the activities of a complex and diverse organization.
• Skill in using computers and related software applications, including MS Word and Excel.
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
• Ability to plan strategically.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with City employees, the public, elected officials, and boards and commissions.

Physical Demands & Additional Information

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, use hands and arms, talk, and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position.

Job Offer and Continuation of Employment

• Proof of education, certification(s) and experience as listed on the employment application based on the job posting requirements.
• Satisfactory results from a pre‑employment criminal history background and driving record check.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Compliance with the Selective Service Registration for male US citizens and immigrants, who are ages 18‑25.

The City of Leander participates in E‑Verify! Information from each new employee’s Form I‑9 will be provided to the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm work authorization.

The City of Leander is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information in employment.

Applicants should communicate requests for disability‑related accommodations during the application process to our Human Resources Department at [e-mail] or 512‑528‑2708. Deaf and hard of hearing applicants may contact our office via Relay Texas at 7‑1‑1 or 1‑800‑735‑2989 (TTY/TDD).