Financial Reporting Manager

City of Westfield (IN); Westfield (IN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Westfield (IN) seeks a seasoned Financial Planning and Reporting Manager to oversee financial reporting, budgeting, compliance, and audits. You will ensure GAAP/GASB adherence and provide analytical support to leadership, reporting to the Director of Financial Planning & Reporting.

Hybrid work may be available after a 90-day period. Responsibilities include ACFR support, capital asset management, and debt reporting, with strong emphasis on accuracy, policy compliance, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• Active CPA license.
• 8–10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of governmental fund accounting, GAAP, and GASB.
• Proficiency in government accounting systems and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare periodic and non-recurring financial reports in compliance with applicable standards, contractual, legal and policy requirements.
• Analyze financial results by comparing actual performance to budget and forecast, identifying trends and variances.
• Assist in developing and implementing automated accounting processes and support new accounting system implementations.
• Support the preparation and audit of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).
• Assist with the preparation of the Annual Financial Report.
• Contribute to the development and monitoring of the City’s annual budget.
• Maintain and update the Capital Asset Database.
• Assist with debt reporting and related financial disclosures.
• Support departmental projects under the Director of Financial Planning & Reporting.

Skills

Budgeting and forecasting

GAAP knowledge

GASB standards

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Active CPA license

Tools

Government accounting systems

Excel

Job description

Position Summary

The Financial Planning and Reporting Manager supports the City’s financial operations by assisting in financial reporting, budgeting, compliance, and audit functions. This role ensures adherence to applicable accounting standards and provides analytical support to leadership for informed decision-making. Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Director of Financial Planning and Reporting. Work hours for this position are 7:30am to 4:30pm Monday through Friday with 1 hour for lunch or as otherwise assigned.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare periodic and non-recurring financial reports in compliance with professional standards, as well as contractual, legal, and policy requirements.
• Analyze financial results by comparing actual performance to budget and forecast, identifying trends and variances.
• Assist in developing and implementing automated accounting processes and support new accounting system implementations.
• Support the preparation and audit of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).
• Assist with the preparation of the Annual Financial Report.
• Contribute to the development and monitoring of the City’s annual budget.
• Maintain and update the Capital Asset Database.
• Assist with debt reporting and related financial disclosures.
• Support departmental projects and perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Financial Planning & Reporting.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• Active CPA license.
• 8–10+ years of progressive accounting experience (level may be adjusted based on candidate qualifications).
• Strong knowledge of governmental fund accounting, GAAP, and GASB standards.
• Proficiency in accounting systems and advanced Microsoft Office skills (particularly Excel).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present financial information to City Council and department leaders.
• Experience with government accounting systems.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Preferred (Not Required):

• Experience with budgeting and financial analysis.
• Experience supporting annual audits.
• Knowledge of debt management and reporting.
• Experience with grant management.
• Experience supervising or leading accounting staff.

Must Obtain a Valid Indiana's Driver's License

Potential for a hybrid work schedule after completion of a 90-day introductory period.