Prince William County
Overview
Do you have a passion for accounting, internal controls and making a difference in the community? Does the idea of helping shape our future financial professionals’ careers excite you? Then bring your leadership, passion, and your skills to Prince William County’s Department of Parks, Recreation, and Tourism. We’re shaping the future of our community!
About This Role The Prince William County Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking a full-time Principal Fiscal Analyst to perform difficult financial, internal controls, and managerial oversight. With a diverse portfolio that includes parks, pools, golf courses, trails, and historic sites, your work will be central to helping our division make informed, strategic decisions.
This position will perform complex professional and administrative work in planning and coordinating the financial management of the Department. The work involves technical and managerial program analysis; internal control planning and monitoring; financial management; performance measurement, process improvement; and the leadership of inter-department and inter-agency special projects. The successful candidate will have strong leadership, decision making and financial management and analysis skills. They must communicate well with stakeholders at all levels and convey the needs of the organization to decision makers in the public arena.
This position supervises the finance staff responsible for the payroll and revenue processes for the Parks & Recreation Department. This position will be responsible for the merchant services customer relationship (account management, equipment issues/orders, etc.), internal control management (internal control council (ICC) member, ICC toolkit completion, etc.), revenue/payroll process management (Cash Handling Policy/Internal Audits & payroll submission/timekeeping software management) and finance policy/procedure management and trainings (update policy/procedures, create internal Dept. policy, create/update finance trainings, intranet page management).
Minimum Requirements High School Diploma and six (6) years of experience in financial analysis, accounting, or a related field.
Preferences
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), procurement regulations/procedures, and internal controls.
Experience supervising multiple full-time professionals.
Experience in completing complex reconciliations.
Excellent Excel and customer service skills.
Experience working with accounting software (Oracle) and point of sale software (RecTrac).
Knowledge of Prince William County’s parks and services.
The ideal candidate will have experience working with both finance and non-finance staff. They will have a background consisting of complex bank reconciliations, government procurement regulations, banking/cash handling services management, and point-of-sale system experience. Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and internal control comprehension. Experience evaluating internal controls, creating/implementing new controls, and interpreting policy to create applicable internal policies and procedures.
The biggest challenge of the position is balancing internal controls with the business needs of the department. The ideal candidate would have experience working with staff to create practical solutions that maintain an acceptable level of internal controls while limiting disruption to business operations.
Special Requirements The Department of Parks and Recreation conducts DMV record checks on all licensed employees and criminal background checks on all hires 18 years and older.
Must have a valid driver’s license with a safe driving record and meet PWC driving eligibility requirements.
Must be able to pass local, state and federal background check.
Work Schedule 37.5 hours per week between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm; some evening and weekend work as needed
Starting Salary Range $85,780.00 - $100,858.81
We also offer great benefits including:
Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans
Paid Annual Leave
Paid Personal Leave
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans
Optional Group Life Insurance
An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Career Development Opportunities
Full-time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. PSLF information is available but no external links are included here.
Notes The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety, refer to the department’s official class description.
Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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About This Role The Prince William County Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking a full-time Principal Fiscal Analyst to perform difficult financial, internal controls, and managerial oversight. With a diverse portfolio that includes parks, pools, golf courses, trails, and historic sites, your work will be central to helping our division make informed, strategic decisions.
This position will perform complex professional and administrative work in planning and coordinating the financial management of the Department. The work involves technical and managerial program analysis; internal control planning and monitoring; financial management; performance measurement, process improvement; and the leadership of inter-department and inter-agency special projects. The successful candidate will have strong leadership, decision making and financial management and analysis skills. They must communicate well with stakeholders at all levels and convey the needs of the organization to decision makers in the public arena.
This position supervises the finance staff responsible for the payroll and revenue processes for the Parks & Recreation Department. This position will be responsible for the merchant services customer relationship (account management, equipment issues/orders, etc.), internal control management (internal control council (ICC) member, ICC toolkit completion, etc.), revenue/payroll process management (Cash Handling Policy/Internal Audits & payroll submission/timekeeping software management) and finance policy/procedure management and trainings (update policy/procedures, create internal Dept. policy, create/update finance trainings, intranet page management).
Minimum Requirements High School Diploma and six (6) years of experience in financial analysis, accounting, or a related field.
Preferences
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), procurement regulations/procedures, and internal controls.
Experience supervising multiple full-time professionals.
Experience in completing complex reconciliations.
Excellent Excel and customer service skills.
Experience working with accounting software (Oracle) and point of sale software (RecTrac).
Knowledge of Prince William County’s parks and services.
The ideal candidate will have experience working with both finance and non-finance staff. They will have a background consisting of complex bank reconciliations, government procurement regulations, banking/cash handling services management, and point-of-sale system experience. Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and internal control comprehension. Experience evaluating internal controls, creating/implementing new controls, and interpreting policy to create applicable internal policies and procedures.
The biggest challenge of the position is balancing internal controls with the business needs of the department. The ideal candidate would have experience working with staff to create practical solutions that maintain an acceptable level of internal controls while limiting disruption to business operations.
Special Requirements The Department of Parks and Recreation conducts DMV record checks on all licensed employees and criminal background checks on all hires 18 years and older.
Must have a valid driver’s license with a safe driving record and meet PWC driving eligibility requirements.
Must be able to pass local, state and federal background check.
Work Schedule 37.5 hours per week between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm; some evening and weekend work as needed
Starting Salary Range $85,780.00 - $100,858.81
We also offer great benefits including:
Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans
Paid Annual Leave
Paid Personal Leave
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans
Optional Group Life Insurance
An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Career Development Opportunities
Full-time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. PSLF information is available but no external links are included here.
Notes The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety, refer to the department’s official class description.
Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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