Finance – Director of Accounting Position Available In Jefferson, Alabama

Finance – Director of Accounting Hoover City Schools – 4.3 Hoover, AL Job Details Full-time $106,778 – $130,905 a year 20 hours ago Qualifications Management 5 years Governmental accounting Bachelor’s degree Accounting Senior level Communication skills Full Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE

: Director of Accounting

REPORTS TO

: Chief School Financial Officer

JOB GOAL

: To direct, evaluate, and control the day to day operations of the Finance department while promoting and encouraging effective and efficient practices in compliance with Board approved policies, generally accepted accounting procedures, and applicable laws

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

: A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited senior institution of higher education in Accounting A minimum of five (5) years’ management experience in a progressive accounting environment Governmental accounting experience preferred Ability to proficiently use current technology to communicate, to manage data, and to produce/submit required reports, correspondence, and/or financial information Ability to work effectively in a team environment Strong interpersonal skills, including oral and written communication skills Ability to establish credibility with all constituents, effectively manage sensitive personnel issues, and be comfortable and effective working with all levels of an organization Must meet applicable federal, state, and local certification/qualification requirements for the position Ability to meet suitability criteria under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457 Such alternatives to the above qualifications as state, federal, and local law and the Board may require

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

: Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, mission, goals, and priorities Acts as a liaison for the Central Office to various software vendors and financial institutions, promoting and implementing best practices Develops financial management guidelines that comply with current regulations and promotes cost controls and efficient practices Coordinates and ensures compliance with policies and operating procedures for the Finance department Collaborates with school and district administrators regarding the source and use of funds Participates in training as required to maintain professional proficiency and makes recommendations to enhance policies, procedures, and internal controls Develops and implements professional development training for local schools, department heads, and staff Maintains accurate general ledgers of fund accounting and monitors transactions and variances Coordinates month-end and year-end reporting including, but not limited to, account reconciliation, analytical analysis, and preparation of journal entries Establishes policies and procedures for addressing changes in laws, regulations, and internal controls Provides leadership to support the financial operations throughout the District Collaborates with various departments, including all Federal Programs, regarding budget, actual expenditures, and adherence to applicable rules and regulations Coordinates with the external auditors, preparing work papers and analysis as needed Adheres to local Board policies, administrative procedures, and other like directives, as well as state, federal, and local laws Performs other job-related duties as assigned by Supervisor(s) This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job goals, qualifications, and responsibilities and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned. The Hoover City Board of Education reserves the right to amend the job description as needed.

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