About the role

  • Accounting Manager overseeing financial activities and reporting for the Florida Water Management District. Managing a team and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee financial activities related to general accounting, cash receipts, accounts payable, grant compliance and payroll
  • Recording, documenting and reporting of all financial transactions including preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), the schedule of Federal and State Financial Assistance, the State of Florida Annual Local Government Financial Report and other financial reports as needed
  • Ensures that the financial statements are prepared in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles and governmental accounting standards
  • Ensures compliance with fiscal requirements of District revenue generating contracts
  • Ensures that all legal financial reporting requirements are met, including the filing of federal informational returns
  • Directs the cash management/investment program
  • Serves as project manager for banking services and investment agreements
  • Oversees property control, including the conduct of periodic inventories, and maintenance of property records
  • Coordinates and supervises annual financial and compliance audits, and other fiscal audits, as required
  • Develops and updates policies and procedures to ensure compliance with state and federal laws and regulations, in consideration of required internal controls
  • Provides accounting and financial direction/guidance to Governing Board members, Executive Director and District staff
  • Prepares section's annual operating budget. Participates in bureau activities and performs other duties and special projects as necessary. Serves as the primary back up for the Bureau Chief regarding functions within the Accounting and Financial Reporting Section.

Requirements

  • Bachelors degree (or higher) in accounting, finance, or related field
  • Six (6) years related work experience in finance, accounting, budgeting or related field (equivalent combination of education and experience is accepted)
  • Four (4) years supervisory experience
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Four (4) years related experience in finance, accounting, budgeting or related disciplines in a local municipality, county or state government agency (preferred)
  • Certified Government Finance Officer (preferred)
  • Certified Public Accountant (preferred)

Benefits

  • Florida Retirement System (FRS)
  • 9 paid holidays (+ 1 floating holiday)
  • Generous vacation and sick leave
  • Paid Parental Leave, including Maternity, Bonding and Family Supportive Work Program
  • Medical and dental insurance (91- 97% District paid)
  • Vision insurance
  • Deferred Compensation Program
  • Basic and voluntary life and AD&D insurance
  • Long-term disability (District Paid)
  • Prescription drug coverage & mail order program
  • Health savings & flexible spending accounts
  • Flexible schedule for work-life balance
  • Legal and Identity Theft protection
  • Wellness program
  • Public service loan forgiveness qualified employer
  • Tuition reimbursement ($5,250/year)
  • State adoption benefit qualified employer
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Transfer in years of service for other public sector work – towards the FRS program and sick time

Job title

Accounting Manager

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

$79,643 - $92,915 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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