Mgr 2, Account/Financial Svcs

State-of-Georgi; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

The State Accounting Office (SAO) of Georgia seeks a Manager 2, Account/Financial Svcs to lead the accounting and financial operations of a unit, department, or agency. You will develop and implement policies, supervise staff, coordinate audits, and ensure GAAP, GAGAS, and statutory requirements are met while sustaining internal controls and financial accuracy.

This role requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting and four years of professional experience, including two years in a supervisory

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting and four years of professional accounting experience, including two years in a supervisory role.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship; successful background checks required.
• Knowledge of GAAP, GAGAS, and statutory accounting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes financial statistics and other accounting data.
• Coordinates auditing operations with departmental units to support the department's mission.
• Develops and directs a comprehensive accounting program incorporating GAAP and governmental standards.
• Interviews, hires, trains, evaluates, and disciplines accounting staff.

Skills

Accounting

Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!We are the force that drives Georgia!Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens!Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!Job Title:Mgr 2, Account/Financial SvcsAgency:State Accounting OfficeJob Requisition ID:JR0000004543Shift:Day (United States of America)Compensation Details:SALARY $62,331.12 - $81,955.29Job Description:The State Accounting Office (SAO) provides accounting and financial reporting expertise for the State and is statutorily responsible for statewide financial reporting. The SAO also provides enterprise oversight and management of the State’s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, accounting policy development, financial business process improvement recommendations, and management of the payroll and accounting shared service centers.Mgr 2, Account/Financial Svcs leads the accounting and financial operations of a unit, department or agency. Recommends and implements accounting policies and procedures in accordance with government regulations. Directs subordinate supervisors and staff.Important Notes:Candidates interested in employment with the SAO must:Successfully pass a background check, including, criminal background/records check, employment and education verification, employment reference checks, credit evaluation and professional license checks, where applicableUpon, and throughout, employment, both reside and work in the State of Georgia; andHave current legal authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. The SAO does not sponsor, or support employment based on non-immigrant visas, now or in the future, including but not limited to H-1B, F1, M1, J1, E2 or any other visa categoryMgr 2, Account/Financial Svcs - (FIM011)Pay Grade: NSalary Range: $62,331.12 - $81,955.29Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in accounting and four (4) years of professional accounting job-related experience, which includes two (2) years in a managerial or supervisory role; or one (1) year of experience at the lower-level Mgr, Accounting (FIM010) or position equivalent.Primary Duties and Responsibilities:Analyzes financial statistics and other accounting dataCoordinates auditing operations with departmental accounting, budgetary, administrative support, and programmatic functions to support the department's missionDevelops and directs a comprehensive accounting program which integrates Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards, Generally Accepted Governmental Auditing Standards (GAGAS), statutory accounting requirements, and departmental fiscal policies and proceduresDirects operational analyses of accounting systems, subsystems and/or proceduresInterviews, hires, directs, trains, evaluates the performance of, and when necessary, disciplines and discharges accounting/financial employeesManages human resources and directs administrative activities for accounting/financial employeesPlans and directs in-depth financial audits and investigationsProvides professional guidance and assistance in the solution of complex accounting and financial problemsRepresents the financial interests of the State in accounting-related interactions/negotiations with other parties, such as banks, vendors and external auditorsServes as liaison in responding to inquiries to solve routine accounting problems or for information/interpretation from third parties such as banks, auditors, vendors and governmental entitiesGA@WORK Primary Duties and Responsibilities:Responsibility:Level of Accountability:Training & Support:Integration w/ Standard Duties:Role-Specific Additions:Additional Information:Please complete all sections of the application. A resume does not substitute for a complete work experience section.All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This posting may close at any time prior to the published closing date once a suitable applicant pool is identified.The State Accounting Office is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.The State Accounting Office is an Equal Opportunity EmployerMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in accounting and four (4) years of professional accounting job-related experience, which includes two (2) years in a managerial or supervisory role; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Mgr, Accounting (FIM010) or position equivalent.Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerThe State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.