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Description We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead financial operations for the district in Oxnard, California. This role is responsible for maintaining strong accounting practices, guiding budget and forecast activities, and providing reliable financial insight to support operational decisions. The ideal candidate brings leadership ability, strong technical accounting knowledge, and a hands-on approach to reporting, analysis, and team development.

Responsibilities:

• Direct district-level accounting activities and monitor day-to-day financial performance to support accurate and efficient operations.
• Prepare and review monthly financial reports to ensure records are complete, timely, and aligned with reporting standards.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning processes to help management make informed financial decisions.
• Supervise, coach, and develop accounting and clerical team members to strengthen performance and support focused growth.
• Partner with operational leaders by delivering financial guidance, performance analysis, and practical recommendations.
• Contribute to business case evaluations by building return-on-investment models and assessing financial risk for new opportunities.
• Support initiatives that improve working capital by tracking key drivers and collaborating with finance and operations teams.
• Oversee core accounting tasks such as general ledger maintenance, journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities.
• Assist with audit preparation and respond to financial information requests as needed.
• Carry out additional accounting and finance responsibilities in support of district objectives. Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred, or comparable hands-on experience in accounting or finance.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in areas such as financial reporting, revenue controls, cash handling, and general accounting operations.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, with advanced working knowledge of Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to produce monthly financial statements, metric-based reporting, budgets, forecasts, cash flow projections, and related analyses.
• Experience with month-end close, general ledger activity, journal entries, and account reconciliation.
• Familiarity with financial statement audits and supporting audit documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple teams.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and prioritization skills, including the ability to manage several responsibilities simultaneously.

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