Accounting Manager — Government Finance & Budget

Metropolitan Water Reclamation District; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 141,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Disability accommodation

Job summary

The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District is seeking a seasoned accounting/finance leader to supervise professional and administrative staff in core financial functions. The role requires a strong background in budgeting, reporting, and compliance, with potential CPA substitutions for education.

Minimum qualifications include a 4-year degree in accounting/finance (MBA preferred) and substantial professional experience, with a probationary period of one year and opportunities within a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance or MBA with accounting/finance concentration.
• Six years of professional accounting/finance experience, two in supervision.
• CPA certification may substitute for the required education.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate professional and administrative staff in accounting/treasury tasks.
• Oversee budgeting, reporting, payroll, GL, and contract management.
• Assess solutions, ensure compliance with policies and legal requirements.

Skills

Accounting

Finance

Supervision

Oral communication

Written communication

Budgeting

Data management

Planning

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

MBA with accounting/finance concentration

Job description

The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District is seeking a seasoned accounting/finance leader to supervise professional and administrative staff in core financial functions. The role requires a strong background in budgeting, reporting, and compliance, with potential CPA substitutions for education.

Minimum qualifications include a 4-year degree in accounting/finance (MBA preferred) and substantial professional experience, with a probationary period of one year and opportunities within a