Public Health Accounting Manager (Hybrid)

DeKalb Public Health (GA); Georgia; On-site; USD 66,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 Paid Holidays

3 Weeks Annual Leave

3 Weeks Sick Leave

Hybrid teleworking option

Pension Plan

Employer 401K Match

Payroll Deductible Health Benefits

Payroll Deductible Flex Benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Worksite Wellness

Diversity and Growth Opportunities

Job summary

DeKalb Public Health (GA) is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee all accounting and financial operations at DeKalb County’s health department. You will lead a growing team, implement policies, and ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, 3+ years of budget experience with supervisory responsibilities, and familiarity with public health funding regulations. Some positions offer hybrid telework after probation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business/public administration, or finance from an accredited college or university.
• Three (3) years of professional budget job‑related experience with at least 1 year in supervisory role.
• Knowledge of public health, state/federal funded programs.
• Experience with EXCEL, Word, and/or PowerPoint programs.

Responsibilities

• Manages the day‑to‑day accounting and financial operations of DeKalb Public Health.
• Develops, recommends, and implements accounting policies, procedures, processes, and internal controls.
• Prepares monthly financial and statistical reports for submission to leadership.
• Prepares EFT files for vendor payments and ensures proper cash management.

Skills

Budgeting experience

Supervisory experience

Public health knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business/public administration, or finance

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

DeKalb Public Health (GA) is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee all accounting and financial operations at DeKalb County’s health department. You will lead a growing team, implement policies, and ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, 3+ years of budget experience with supervisory responsibilities, and familiarity with public health funding regulations. Some positions offer hybrid telework after probation.