Fiscal Officer, Senior (Police Services)

DeKalb County; Tucker (GA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb County is seeking a professional accountant to manage the finances of an assigned department, including budgeting, procurement, and reporting.

The role involves supervising staff, ensuring compliant spending, and coordinating with auditors to support local government operations. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential for success in this exempt, on-site role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required.
• Five years of experience in finance, accounting, or related field, to include lead or supervisory experience.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff; develops and oversees employee work schedules.
• Organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work to meet objectives; ensures resources for completion.
• Manages financial activities; monitors budget, revenues, expenditures and financial performance.
• Manages procurement process for the department/division in compliance with County policies.
• Reviews financial transactions for proper account classification, budget transfer, and funds availability.
• Monitors grant contracts and grant-funded projects and manages related reimbursements.
• Prepares and submits a variety of financial reports and records as required by rules and regulations.
• Analyzes proposed projects financially and coordinates with staff to implement projects.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Job description

Salary Range: $72,665 - $116,991 Salary Grade: 23 FLSA: Exempt

Purpose of Classification:

The purpose of this classification is to perform professional level accounting, budgeting and related administrative duties in managing the finances of an assigned department/division.

Essential Functions:

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff; develops and oversees employee work schedules to ensure adequate coverage and control; compiles and reviews timesheets; approves/processes employee concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate; assists with or completes employee performance appraisals; directs work; acts as a liaison between employees and management; and trains staff in operations, policies, and procedures.
• Organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; prioritizes and schedules work activities in order to meet objectives; ensures that subordinates have the proper resources needed to complete the assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; consults with assigned staff to assist with complex/problem situations and provide technical expertise; and provides progress and activity reports to management.
• Manages financial activities; monitors budget, revenues, expenditures and financial performance for assigned department/division; prepares budget for assigned area and related programs; provides interpretation of financial policies, governmental legislation, accounting principles, etc.; researches budget errors and discrepancies; recommends corrective actions when necessary; and assists with planning for future financial needs and recommends funding alternatives.
• Manages procurement process for assigned department/division in compliance with County purchasing policies, rules and regulations; and monitors employee use of purchasing card and related transactions; and maintains related documentation.
• Reviews all financial transactions to insure proper account classification, budget transfer, accuracy, and availability of funds; verifies and approves invoices for payment; and maintains related documentation.
• Monitors grant contracts and grant funded projects; maintains extensive knowledge of grant contracts, requirements, and grant management processes and regulations; reviews and approves grant fund reimbursements and related payments; and maintains and subm
• Prepares, maintains and submits a variety of financial reports and records as required by local, state or federal rules and regulations; and prepares, analyzes, and reviews a variety of month end, quarterly and yearly financial reports.
• Analyzes proposed projects from a financial perspective to include funding sources and availability of funds; coordinates and evaluates needed components of the project; develops plans and coordinates with appropriate staff to implement project; monitors project progress, budget, etc.; and maintains related documentation.
• Responds to financial inquiries from departmental staff; assists external auditors with the review of departmental financial activities; and conducts internal audits when necessary.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required; five years of experience in finance, accounting, or related field, to include lead or supervisory experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Specific License or Certification Required:

Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.