Public Finance Leader for Parks & Community Programs

ahpd; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 103,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

IMRF Pension

Disability

457 Plans

FSAs

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Employee Discounts

Job summary

The Arlington Heights Park District invites a seasoned accounting leader to serve as Superintendent of Accounting. You will supervise the Finance Office workflow, manage cash flow, execute bank transfers, and direct investments per Illinois statutes, ensuring precise financial records for our parks and programs.

You will partner with the Deputy Director to lead internal and external audits, maintain fixed assets, tax distributions, and provide regular investment summaries to the Board, shaping

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, or closely related field from an accredited college or university
• Minimum three to five years of demonstrated success as a Business Manager or Accounting Supervisor
• Prior government agency experience preferred or any equivalent education/experience/training
• Obtain CPRP certification within one year of eligibility
• Maintain CPRP certification during employment
• Valid Illinois Class “D” Driver’s License
• CPR and AED Certification within six months of employment

Responsibilities

• Provides supervision of daily Finance Office workflow essential to the preparation and maintenance of Park District finances and records
• Prepares and executes appropriate bank transfers to meet expense and investment requirements and maintains and executes subsidiary records and system entries
• Prepares, files, and investigates sales tax by monthly deadline
• Maintains fixed assets records and prepares information for appraisal update and audit
• Reconciles bank accounts monthly and verifies bank balance with general ledger
• Reviews and adjusts preliminary trial balance, as necessary
• Prepares property tax deposits and distribution
• Assists the Deputy Director with internal audit on all accounts and records, and coordinates the annual audit

Skills

Accounting degree

3–5 years experience

Government experience

CPRP certification

Maintain CPRP

Illinois driver’s license

CPR/AED within 6 months

Education

BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Job description

The Arlington Heights Park District invites a seasoned accounting leader to serve as Superintendent of Accounting. You will supervise the Finance Office workflow, manage cash flow, execute bank transfers, and direct investments per Illinois statutes, ensuring precise financial records for our parks and programs.

You will partner with the Deputy Director to lead internal and external audits, maintain fixed assets, tax distributions, and provide regular investment summaries to the Board, shaping