Public Sector Finance Manager — Local Government

Lemont; Lemont (IL); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual merit increases

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Basic life insurance

Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IM

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Wellness Program and Initi

Additional employee benefits and initi

Job summary

The Village of Lemont is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to supervise the Finance Department, oversee payroll, AP, AR, and GL integrity, and coordinate the annual audit and budget processes.

You will provide financial analysis and render recommendations to leadership while ensuring regulatory compliance and strong internal controls. This on-site role offers a comprehensive benefits package and merit-based increases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, or a closely related field.
• Seven (7) years of progressively responsible professional accounting or financial management experience, including at least five (5) years in local government or public-sector finance preferred.
• CPA license strongly preferred; candidates without a CPA should demonstrate significant governmental accounting and financial management experience.
• Strong knowledge of governmental accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, audits, GAAP, GASB, and regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrated supervisory and leadership experience.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with financial management/ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and oversee daily Finance Department operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, and payroll.
• Review payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable batches.
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger, including reconciliations, journal entries, and cash management.
• Lead and coordinate the Village's annual audit and prepare required financial documentation and reports.
• Assist with annual budget preparation, capital planning, financial reporting, and grant administration.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, GASB, federal and state requirements, and applicable municipal regulations.
• Prepare and coordinate required federal, state, and regulatory financial filings.
• Provide financial analysis, reporting, and recommendations to the Finance Director and Village leadership.
• Supervise, develop, and evaluate Finance Department staff.
• Assist with financial policies, procedures, process improvements, and ongoing contracts.
• Oversee the annual vehicle sticker program and other assigned Finance initiatives.
• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Supervisory experience

GAAP knowledge

GASB knowledge

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA license preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Financial software

Job description

The Village of Lemont is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to supervise the Finance Department, oversee payroll, AP, AR, and GL integrity, and coordinate the annual audit and budget processes.

You will provide financial analysis and render recommendations to leadership while ensuring regulatory compliance and strong internal controls. This on-site role offers a comprehensive benefits package and merit-based increases.