Public Sector Accounting Manager — ERP & ACFR Lead

Orange County Fire Authority; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan (OCERS)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Paid time off

Job summary

The Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) seeks an Accounting Manager to lead the Accounting section of the Finance Division, overseeing accounts receivable, cost accounting, general ledger reporting, grants and fixed assets, and financial reporting. The role requires strong leadership, public-sector financial acumen, and ERP expertise.

Ideal candidate will ensure regulatory compliance, provide expert guidance to the Finance Division Manager, and develop policies to safeguard financial assets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business or public administration.
• Minimum six (6) years of government general accounting or finance experience including three (3) years of supervisory experience.
• CPA certification preferred.
• Experience with an ERP system and ACFR preparation is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and oversee the Accounting section within the Finance Division.
• Manage accounts receivable, cost accounting, general accounting, and fixed assets.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with governmental accounting standards and reporting.
• Provide professional assistance to the Finance Division Manager and supervise staff.

Skills

Public finance knowledge

Leadership/management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Judgment skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business or public administration

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

The Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) seeks an Accounting Manager to lead the Accounting section of the Finance Division, overseeing accounts receivable, cost accounting, general ledger reporting, grants and fixed assets, and financial reporting. The role requires strong leadership, public-sector financial acumen, and ERP expertise.

Ideal candidate will ensure regulatory compliance, provide expert guidance to the Finance Division Manager, and develop policies to safeguard financial assets.