Comptroller

City of St. Louis Park; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of St. Louis Park seeks a seasoned finance leader to guide staff in accounting, budgeting, audit and financial reporting.

You will oversee all transactional cycles within the finance division, including accounts payable/receivable, cash management, and internal controls, and ensure GAAP and GASB compliance. You will prepare and review audit workpapers, supervise staff, coordinate the ACFR, and support long-range financial planning, capital improvements, and forecasting.

Qualifications

• Leadership and staff supervision experience in finance departments.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and GASB standards and financial reporting.
• Ability to coordinate audits and prepare ACFR.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting and long-range financial planning.
• Familiarity with government accounting and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Perform financial accounting and reporting in accordance with GAAP and GASB.
• Provide management, coordination and oversight of all transactional cycles in the finance division (AP/AR, cash management, accounting, reporting, audit).
• Prepare and review audit work papers and coordinate ACFR preparation.
• Assist with budgeting, capital improvements, and long-range financial planning.
• Oversee fixed asset activities and ensure accuracy of fixed asset system.
• Supervise staff in accounting, AP/AR, and cash management; mentor and evaluate performance.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Five years GAAP/GASB experience

One year supervisory experience

Tools

LOGIS

Job description

Provide leadership and guide staff in finance, audit, budget support services. Responsible for all transactional cycles and operations in finance division. Responsible for managing daily work product and flow for accounts payable/receivable, cash management, financial reporting, audit and general accounting areas of the finance department. Responsible for the preparation and review of audit workpapers: administer, perform and oversee delegated financial and accounting responsibilities.

1. Perform financial accounting and reporting in accordance with GAAP and GASB:

• Responsible for high level accounting work, reports and assignments
• Maintain the integrity of financial systems and perform analytical analysis of accounts, transactions and reports
• Monitor and update internal control documents when departmental policies and procedures change
• Identify and recommend updates to accounting processes and procedures
• Review and approves accounting transactions and reports including journal entries, wire transfer requests, bank reconciliation and grant reports
• Coordinate with communication and information gathering for credit rating agencies

2. Provide management, coordination and oversight to all transactional cycles and operations in the finance division:

• Manage workflow of each functional area of the finance department including; payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, accounting, financial reporting and audit
• Prepare and review audit work papers, provide research and assistance to auditors as necessary and coordinate the preparation of the city's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
• Assist supervisor, finance staff and departments in budgeting and analysis
• Coordinate annual update of the 10-year capital improvement program
• Coordinate the city’s long range financial management plan and assist in financial forecasting
• Oversee fixed asset activities and ensure accuracy of fixed asset system

3. Supervise staff within accounting, accounts payable and receivable, cash management areas of the finance division:

• Responsible for leading and providing work direction and encourages growth and professional development opportunities for staff
• Evaluate and manage performance evaluations, performance issues and recognition
• Demonstrates and encourages a customer service focus for staff
• Oversee accounts receivable, accounts payable and daily cash balancing functions

4. General:

• Serve as top financial position in their absence
• Attend and present at meetings, committees, training and events as needed or directed which may include Council sessions and other after-hour activities
• Develop and maintain relationships with council, city leaders, staff from other city departments, as well as residents and community members when necessary
• Develop and maintain relationships with business partners (banks, auditors, etc.)
• Assist with implementation of new software and technology
• Ability to communicate effectively with people from all cultures and backgrounds.
• Maintain a resident, business and customer focused service quality
• Perform other duties and assume other responsibilities as apparent or as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or closely related field, or equivalent experience
• Five years of experience with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) statements
• One year of supervisory experience
• Highly motivated to provide excellent internal and external customer service
• Knowledge of laws, practices and regulations applicable to city government finances
• Ability to:

• Be an effective team leader and direct experience supervising staff
• Communicate clearly and effectively, including delivery of effective presentations with people from all cultures and backgrounds.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships and effectively resolve conflicts.
• Manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines and work effectively and accurately under pressure.

• Municipal Accounting or Auditing experience
• Experience in full preparation of Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
• Previous experience with LOGIS financial applications
• Experience with Economic Development and Tax Increment Financing
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO)