Cabarrus County
ACCOUNTING MANAGER/ACCOUNTS PAYABLE & DEPOSITS (FINANCE DEPARTMENT)
Cabarrus County, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
Overview
Performs advanced professional work managing and participating in the operation of financial activities. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Deputy Finance Director with management over department personnel.
Essential Functions / Typical Tasks
Supervises, coordinates and oversees Finance Department operations and activities; maintains records and files; prepares reports.
Manages employees within the specialty area of the Finance Department and ensures proper personnel coverage.
Oversees daily operations of the specialty area and serves as liaison for coordinating development, implementation and maintenance of technological applications and programs for the department.
Collaborates with county departments (Managers Office, Human Resources, Legal, Risk Management, Information Technology) to develop, administer, maintain and enforce business operational functions and standards that comply with county policies.
Assists in developing departmental business models to ensure compliance with county policy and to guide new processes, standards or operational plans affecting functional results.
Ensures compliance with local, state and federal fiscal regulations and confidentiality requirements in operating and maintaining systems, reports, records and files.
Performs internal control procedures for the specialty area and maintains reconciliations for balance sheet, revenue and expenditure accounts.
Prepares audit schedules and assists in preparation of the ACFR and Annual Financial Information Report; prepares and maintains financial reports.
Assists with evaluating Finance department performance measures; manages updates to procedure manuals and related policies.
Assets in consulting with department representatives, answering questions, suggesting alternatives, correcting errors, and analyzing accounts.
Maintains proper internal controls to safeguard transactions; reviews, approves and posts accounting entries; provides managerial duties including supervision of workload distribution, and staff development.
Participates in employee selection, evaluations, discipline procedures, performance evaluations and related managerial duties.
Manages training for new hires and ongoing staff development; assists with Finance website information/updates; provides backup for area staff.
Backups and assists other Finance teams as necessary; performs related tasks as required.
A/P & Deposits
Oversees accounts payable, deposits, debt and other accounting functions.
Oversees accounts payable processes including invoices, warrants, disbursements and travel expenditures.
Oversees investment of idle funds with brokers and the county’s custody bank; reviews and updates the county investment policy and procedures.
Performs monthly reconciliations of County property tax (REAL, DMV and NCVTS); maintains County tax levy documents and prepares TR-1.
Maintains debt reporting, budget information, debt payments and LGC reporting; completes annual 1099 preparation, processing and filing.
Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.
Payroll
Oversees payroll and related accounting functions; becomes a Subject Matter Expert on codes and regulatory changes; prepares and reconciles W-2s.
Submits required Federal and State reporting with payroll processes; prepares information for actuarial valuation for separation allowances.
Reconciles assigned bank accounts and performs other duties as assigned.
A/R & Banking
Oversees daily banking operations, transfers and wires; oversees P-card operations and A/R invoicing.
Reconciles payroll, jail commissary and investment accounts; manages ambulance receivables and coordinates regional sweeps.
Completes cash-related reporting such as Bottle Turnover (ABC tax) and White Goods; oversees landfill finances and related reporting; assists with arena and 911 financial reporting and planning.
Prepares LGC 203 cash report, indirect cost plan, AFIR, and Medicaid annual cost report; performs other duties as assigned.
Grants
Understands grant types and requirements; assists with training employees on grant requirements and weekly grant disbursements.
Reconciles grants for reporting; develops processes to implement efficient grant operations across departments, Finance and outside agencies.
Assists with communications, trainings and documentation; oversees full grant process and GASB 87 & GASB 96 policies and reporting; assists with grant specifications and record-keeping.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Thorough knowledge of accounting theory and practice, government accounting and financial reporting; knowledge of applicable laws and county policies; ability to analyze complex financial systems, supervise staff, and communicate effectively.
Education and Experience Graduation from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting and substantial governmental accounting and financial reporting experience. At least 3 – 5 years of supervisory experience preferred.
Special Requirements Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license. CPA and Local Government Finance Officer (LGFO) certifications preferred.
Physical Requirements Sedentary work with occasional exertion up to 10 pounds; requires reaching, fingering, grasping and repetitive motions; vocal communication and normal hearing; visual acuity for data review and analysis. The work environment is not subject to adverse conditions.
Supplemental and Contact Information Cabarrus County selects applicants based on job-related knowledge, skills and abilities without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or influence. Degrees must be from accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with the application. Applicants educated outside the United States are responsible for having degrees validated as equivalent.
Please ensure the application is completed in full. Resumes may be uploaded but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application. Only the most recent application will be considered if multiple submissions are received. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the closing date.
Due to high volume of applications, status information may not be provided by phone. To check status, log in to your account. Processing may take 6–8 weeks after closing. For technical issues, call the NEOGOV Help Line at 855-524-5627. For questions about this posting, contact HR at 704-920-2200.
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Essential Functions / Typical Tasks
Supervises, coordinates and oversees Finance Department operations and activities; maintains records and files; prepares reports.
Manages employees within the specialty area of the Finance Department and ensures proper personnel coverage.
Oversees daily operations of the specialty area and serves as liaison for coordinating development, implementation and maintenance of technological applications and programs for the department.
Collaborates with county departments (Managers Office, Human Resources, Legal, Risk Management, Information Technology) to develop, administer, maintain and enforce business operational functions and standards that comply with county policies.
Assists in developing departmental business models to ensure compliance with county policy and to guide new processes, standards or operational plans affecting functional results.
Ensures compliance with local, state and federal fiscal regulations and confidentiality requirements in operating and maintaining systems, reports, records and files.
Performs internal control procedures for the specialty area and maintains reconciliations for balance sheet, revenue and expenditure accounts.
Prepares audit schedules and assists in preparation of the ACFR and Annual Financial Information Report; prepares and maintains financial reports.
Assists with evaluating Finance department performance measures; manages updates to procedure manuals and related policies.
Assets in consulting with department representatives, answering questions, suggesting alternatives, correcting errors, and analyzing accounts.
Maintains proper internal controls to safeguard transactions; reviews, approves and posts accounting entries; provides managerial duties including supervision of workload distribution, and staff development.
Participates in employee selection, evaluations, discipline procedures, performance evaluations and related managerial duties.
Manages training for new hires and ongoing staff development; assists with Finance website information/updates; provides backup for area staff.
Backups and assists other Finance teams as necessary; performs related tasks as required.
A/P & Deposits
Oversees accounts payable, deposits, debt and other accounting functions.
Oversees accounts payable processes including invoices, warrants, disbursements and travel expenditures.
Oversees investment of idle funds with brokers and the county’s custody bank; reviews and updates the county investment policy and procedures.
Performs monthly reconciliations of County property tax (REAL, DMV and NCVTS); maintains County tax levy documents and prepares TR-1.
Maintains debt reporting, budget information, debt payments and LGC reporting; completes annual 1099 preparation, processing and filing.
Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.
Payroll
Oversees payroll and related accounting functions; becomes a Subject Matter Expert on codes and regulatory changes; prepares and reconciles W-2s.
Submits required Federal and State reporting with payroll processes; prepares information for actuarial valuation for separation allowances.
Reconciles assigned bank accounts and performs other duties as assigned.
A/R & Banking
Oversees daily banking operations, transfers and wires; oversees P-card operations and A/R invoicing.
Reconciles payroll, jail commissary and investment accounts; manages ambulance receivables and coordinates regional sweeps.
Completes cash-related reporting such as Bottle Turnover (ABC tax) and White Goods; oversees landfill finances and related reporting; assists with arena and 911 financial reporting and planning.
Prepares LGC 203 cash report, indirect cost plan, AFIR, and Medicaid annual cost report; performs other duties as assigned.
Grants
Understands grant types and requirements; assists with training employees on grant requirements and weekly grant disbursements.
Reconciles grants for reporting; develops processes to implement efficient grant operations across departments, Finance and outside agencies.
Assists with communications, trainings and documentation; oversees full grant process and GASB 87 & GASB 96 policies and reporting; assists with grant specifications and record-keeping.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Thorough knowledge of accounting theory and practice, government accounting and financial reporting; knowledge of applicable laws and county policies; ability to analyze complex financial systems, supervise staff, and communicate effectively.
Education and Experience Graduation from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting and substantial governmental accounting and financial reporting experience. At least 3 – 5 years of supervisory experience preferred.
Special Requirements Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license. CPA and Local Government Finance Officer (LGFO) certifications preferred.
Physical Requirements Sedentary work with occasional exertion up to 10 pounds; requires reaching, fingering, grasping and repetitive motions; vocal communication and normal hearing; visual acuity for data review and analysis. The work environment is not subject to adverse conditions.
Supplemental and Contact Information Cabarrus County selects applicants based on job-related knowledge, skills and abilities without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or influence. Degrees must be from accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with the application. Applicants educated outside the United States are responsible for having degrees validated as equivalent.
Please ensure the application is completed in full. Resumes may be uploaded but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application. Only the most recent application will be considered if multiple submissions are received. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the closing date.
Due to high volume of applications, status information may not be provided by phone. To check status, log in to your account. Processing may take 6–8 weeks after closing. For technical issues, call the NEOGOV Help Line at 855-524-5627. For questions about this posting, contact HR at 704-920-2200.
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