Public Sector Finance Leader for Parks & Community Programs

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

IMRF Defined Benefit Pension

Paid Time Off and holidays

Parental Leave

Job summary

The Arlington Heights Park District seeks a hands-on Superintendent of Accounting to lead the Finance Office, oversee cash flow, bank transfers, and asset tracking. You will drive reconciliations, tax distributions, and support internal and external audits while reporting to the Deputy Director.

Ideal candidates hold a BA/BS in accounting or related field, 3–5 years in a supervisory accounting role, and CPA/CPRP or equivalent credentials; government experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Accounting, Finance or closely related field.
• 3–5 years of demonstrated success as a Business Manager or Accounting Supervisor.
• Prior government agency experience is preferred or any equivalent education/experience/training.
• CPRP certification within one year of eligibility and maintained during employment.
• CPR and AED certification within six months of employment.
• Valid Illinois Class “D” Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily Finance Office workflow for park district finances and records.
• Process bank transfers to meet expenses and investment needs; maintain subsidiary records.
• Prepare and file sales tax and related investigations by monthly deadline.
• Track fixed assets and prepare information for appraisal and audits.
• Reconcile bank accounts monthly and verify with general ledger; adjust preliminary trial balance.
• Prepare property tax deposits and distributions; assist with internal audits and annual external audit.

Skills

Financial leadership

Budget oversight

Internal controls

Education

BA/BS in Accounting, Finance or Business

3–5 years as Business Manager or Accounting Supervisor

Experience in government agency preferred

CPRP certification within 1 year

CPR and AED certification within 6 months

Illinois Class D Driver’s License

Job description

The Arlington Heights Park District seeks a hands-on Superintendent of Accounting to lead the Finance Office, oversee cash flow, bank transfers, and asset tracking. You will drive reconciliations, tax distributions, and support internal and external audits while reporting to the Deputy Director.

Ideal candidates hold a BA/BS in accounting or related field, 3–5 years in a supervisory accounting role, and CPA/CPRP or equivalent credentials; government experience is preferred.