Accounting Manager I

City of Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Atlanta seeks an Accounting Manager I to lead an accounting group and oversee the development, implementation and maintenance of accounting systems in line with GAAP.

You will design procedures, manage journal entries, GL, AR/AP, and revenue reconciliation, and participate in audits while mentoring staff and coordinating with internal departments to ensure accurate financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Five years of professional experience.
• Two years in leadership or management role.

Responsibilities

• Manages an accounting group overseeing development/maintenance of accounting systems (journal entries, GL, AR, AP, revenue reconciliation, cash flows).
• Designs procedures that meet audit standards and improve efficiency.
• Ensures data integrity and accurate reporting of accounting data and revenue.
• Participates in annual audits and collaborates with external auditors.
• Manages day-to-day operations of the accounting function.
• Prepares budgets, forecasts and reporting systems.
• Develops organizational structure and mentors staff.
• Implements internal policies and processes; allocates resources.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Leadership

MS Office

Accounting software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Oracle

Job description

Salary: $64,274 annually

General Description And Classification Standards

Manages an accounting group for assigned department(s) through subordinates to oversee the development, implementation and/or maintenance of one or more accounting systems: journal entries, general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, revenue reconciliation, cash flows in accordance with GAAP policies and procedures. Works on issues of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of a variety of factors.

Job Description

Municipal Court of Atlanta

Accounting Manager I

Posting Expires: November 9, 2026

Salary: $64,274 annually

General Description And Classification Standards

Manages an accounting group for assigned department(s) through subordinates to oversee the development, implementation and/or maintenance of one or more accounting systems: journal entries, general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, revenue reconciliation, cash flows in accordance with GAAP policies and procedures. Works on issues of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of a variety of factors.

Supervision Received

Direction received is general and focuses more on long-term and short-term operating objectives, managerial effectiveness, and operating results. This level would be considered "middle" management.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned

• Manages an accounting group for assigned department(s) overseeing the development, implementation and/or maintenance of one or more accounting systems: journal entries, general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, revenue reconciliation, cash flows in accordance with GAAP policies and procedures.
• Designs operational procedures and processes that meet audit standards and improve efficiency.
• Ensures integrity of data produced in systems and ensures accurate compilation, analysis, and reporting of accounting data and revenue.
• Participates in annual audits and special projects. May work with external consultants or auditors to provide required information and ensure record keeping of historical purposes.
• Manages the day-to-day operations of the accounting operation.
• Creates operating plans, forecasts and reporting systems.
• Manages the budget preparation, submittal and administration.
• Develops organizational structure and selects, develops and manages staff.
• Establishes internal processes, interprets and applies organizational policies and provides input into policy and strategy.
• Manages purchasing, inventory, equipment maintenance and other asset related functions and approves purchase/supply orders and expense accounts. Interprets organizational policies and recommend exceptions.
• Applies organizational policies.
• Makes purchasing or resource allocation decisions within organization guidelines
• Reviews and analyzes Oracle generated retainage reports as well as updates and creates retainage spreadsheets in order to answer vendor related questions when needed.
• Answers and returns phone calls from internal and external customers.
• Performs special projects as requested by Executive Management
• Prepares miscellaneous journal entries as requested by Executive Management
• Provides excellent customer service to internal and external customers
• Responds to internal and external emails to resolve issues and discrepancies.
• Attends biweekly finance meetings to provide management with updates on responsibilities.
• Attends meetings with vendors, project and construction managers in order to discuss and resolve project issues.
• Provides leadership, training, and mentorship to subordinates.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list.

• Knowledge of concepts, processes, and tools of the accounting profession.
• Knowledge of relationship of professional disciplines among related organizations and functions.
• Strong accounting theory and GAAP knowledge.
• Leadership and motivational skills. Skill in identifying operating issues and developing solutions. Highly developed skill operating MS Office, accounting software, and databases.
• Ability to apply experience and professional knowledge to carry out most assignments in professional area.
• Ability to apply and communicate general knowledge across organization or discipline lines.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications – Education and Experi

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field (Additional years of experience may be considered as a substitute for the required degree on an exceptional basis, with a minimum of nine (9) years of professional related experience including in a management or project management/leadership position).
• Five [5] years of specific professional experience.
• Two [2] years in leadership position in management or project management.

Preferred Qualifications – Education And Experience

Master’s Degree in an appropriate related discipline and eight (8) years of specific professional experience to include two (2) years of experience in supervisory, management, or project management/leadership position. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) desirable.

Licensures and Certifications

None required. CPA desirable.

Essential Capabilities And Work Environment

Required yet limited physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.

Lifting Requirements:

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

It is the policy of the City of Atlanta (“COA”) that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.

The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran’s status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.