Finance Administrator - Chart of Accounts

Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County is seeking a Finance Administrator - Chart of Accounts in the Finance Department, Division of Accounts. The role oversees COA design, accuracy, and reporting across government-wide systems, including ADA-compliant financial reports.

You will supervise staff, collaborate with departments, and implement GAAP-aligned processes. The position requires a bachelor’s degree inAccounting or Finance and at least three years of government COA

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field from an accredited college or university.
• 3 years of experience in governmental chart of accounts or related field.
• Substitution will not be considered.
• Knowledge of Oracle Cloud financials and/or reporting certifications
• Knowledge of governmental accounting standards and reporting preparations
• Familiarity with ADA/WCAG accessibility standards as they relate to digital and published financial reports
• Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision and project management
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Pro, or related system

Responsibilities

• Directs, coordinates, and participates in complex financial accounting activities related to the Chart of Accounts.
• Performs professional duties supporting general ledger–related accounting modules.
• Develops, structures, and maintains the organization’s Chart of Accounts.
• Manages COA updates driven by new business requirements, reorganizations, or regulatory changes.
• Troubleshoots and resolves COA–related errors in Oracle Cloud.
• Assists with ACFR automation and preparation of reports in line with GASB standards.
• Ensures monthly, quarterly, and annual reports meet ADA accessibility standards.
• Creates dashboards, KPIs, and automated reporting tools.
• Coordinates with ITS to publish financial documents on the Metro website.
• Collaborates to establish GAAP-aligned accounting policies and procedures.
• Oversees supervision, development, and performance evaluation of COA staff.
• Oversees updates to ACFR automation processes for accurate reporting.
• Participates in weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly department meetings.
• Assists cross-training within the Finance Department.
• Performs duties requiring detailed knowledge of financial system procedures.
• Completes special projects as assigned.

Skills

Staff supervision

GAAP knowledge

ADA/WCAG familiarity

Excel proficiency

Education

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

Tools

Oracle Cloud

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Finance Administrator - Chart of Accounts is a civil service position in the Finance Department, Division of Accounts and is responsible for performing professional and technical duties involved in financial accounting at the government-wide level. This position will perform various technical and administrative duties including supervising and managing staff, working with departments to ensure the setup of Chart of Accounts is accurate. This position will ensure Division of Accounts reports are following ADA requirements and update the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) automation system annually. Performs related duties as required.

Metro Finance has several divisions, including procurement, treasury and management and budget. The department's employees are charged with providing financial management, information and business products to policy makers, departments, investors and the Nashville community to give them confidence in our government and to help them make informed decisions.

• Directs, coordinates, and participates in complex financial accounting activities, including resolving advanced accounting issues and questions related to the Chart of Accounts (COA).
• Performs technical and professional duties supporting general ledger–related accounting modules.
• Develops, structures, and maintains the organization’s Chart of Accounts.
• Manages COA updates driven by new business requirements, reorganizations, or regulatory changes.
• Troubleshoots and resolves Chart of Accounts–related errors in Oracle Cloud.
• Assists with ACFR automation, including preparation of financial reports in alignment with newly adopted GASB standards. Responsible for managing area statements, note disclosures, and related schedules within the ACFR.
• Ensures all internal and external monthly, quarterly, and annual reports meet ADA accessibility standards.
• Creates dashboards, KPIs, and automated reporting tools as needed to support financial operations.
• Coordinates with the ITS Department to publish and post financial documents to the Metro Government website.
• Collaborates with the Chief Accountant, Assistant Chief Accountant, and/or Collection Officer to establish accounting policies and procedures consistent with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Performs administrative and managerial duties, including supervision, professional development, and performance evaluation of COA employees within the Division of Accounts.
• Oversees updates to the annual ACFR automation processes to ensure accurate and compliant financial reporting.
• Participates in weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly meetings to strengthen collaboration and communication with departments across Metro.
• Assists with cross-training efforts within the Finance Department to promote shared knowledge and operational consistency.
• Participates in workshops and other scheduled meetings on a monthly, quarterly, or annual basis, as needed.
• Performs duties that require detailed knowledge of application procedures related to financial system functions.
• Completes special projects as assigned.

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field from an accredited college or university and 3 years of experience in governmental chart of accounts or related field.

For this specific position, "substitution will not be considered"

Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.

Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.

• Knowledge of Oracle Cloud financials and/or reporting certifications
• Knowledge of governmental accounting standards and reporting preparations
• Familiarity with ADA/WCAG accessibility standards as they relate to digital and published financial reports
• Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, and project management
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Pro, or related system

We are an equal opportunity employer. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Metro Nashville is committed to selecting the most qualified candidate for each of our roles.

Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations.

Requests for ADA or other protected accommodations for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at 615-862-6640.