Finance and Accounting Manager

City of North Port; North Port (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

City of North Port is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead the Accounting Division, ensuring accurate financial records, GAAP compliance, and timely financial statements. Reports to the Assistant Finance Director and mentors staff.

Responsibilities include month-end close, budget coordination, external auditor liaison, ERP enhancements, and strengthening internal controls. Requires a bachelor's in accounting and 5 years in governmental finance with 2+ years in supervision; CPA/CGFO is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, or related field is required.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in governmental finance or related field, including at least two (2) years of supervisory experience.
• CGFO or CPA certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Accounting Division's day-to-day operations including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, cash receipts, and financial reporting.
• Supervise and mentor Accounting Division staff; conduct performance evaluations and support professional development.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes and preparation of financial statements, reconciliations and journal entries.
• Maintain accounting systems and implement ERP/technology enhancements as needed.
• Establish internal controls, policies, procedures, and GAAP/GASB compliance.
• Collaborate with external auditors and prepare audit workpapers and supporting documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Financial reporting

GAAP / GASB knowledge

Budgeting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Manages the Accounting Division and oversees the maintenance of accounting and financial records, preparation of financial statements, coordination with external auditors, and production of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. Work is performed under the direction of the Assistant Finance Director.

• Manages the Accounting Division's day-to-day operations, including general ledger maintenance and monitoring, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, and financial reporting.
• Supervises and mentors Accounting Division staff; conducts performance evaluations; provides training and constructive feedback; and supports professional development.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, including the preparation and analysis of financial statements, reconciliations, and journal entries for all City funds.
• Maintains accounting systems and implements technological enhancements as needed.
• Establishes and maintains internal accounting controls, policies, procedures, and principles that comply with regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the classification of revenues, expenditures, assets, and liabilities.
• Analyzes ongoing cash-flow needs and evaluates beneficial banking services and products.
• Serves as the liaison to the City’s investment advisor to identify appropriate investment opportunities.
• Executes bank transfers, investment transactions, and other treasury decisions approved by the Assistant Finance Director.
• Monitors investment portfolio performance against established benchmarks.
• Audits and reconciles accounts and funds, including subsidiary and control accounts, to ensure accuracy and compliance, and establishes new accounts as necessary.
• Participates in developing the Division's annual budget and provides relevant financial input.
• Reviews and interprets laws and regulations affecting fiscal policies and procedures.
• Recommend and implement procedural changes to improve efficiency.
• Prepares journal entries, month-end entries, corrections, and adjustments as necessary.
• Prepares audit workpapers, maintains supporting documentation, and assists external auditors to ensure audits are completed accurately and timely.
• Prepares and analyzes financial statements and reports using accounting applications and spreadsheets on a monthly, quarterly, semiannual, and/or annual basis.
• Serves as a subject-matter expert and provides Senior Business Managers and other appropriate staff with explanations and guidance on financial and accounting matters.
• Conducts research and pursues continuing education to interpret and apply GAAP and GASB standards, maintain current governmental accounting expertise, and remain informed about developments in financial reporting.
• Demonstrates knowledge of ERP implementation processes and actively participates in the City's GFOA ERP consulting and implementation initiative.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other related duties as assigned, including City-directed work assignments in the event of a declared emergency.)

Education and Experience:

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, business administration, or a related field is required. A master's degree is preferred.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in governmental finance or a related field, including at least two (2) years of supervisory experience, is required. CGFO or CPA certification is preferred.

Licenses and Certifications:

Must possess a valid State of Florida Class E driver's license.