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Job Title:  

Director of Accounting

Agency:

Department of Community Affairs

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000003955

Shift:

Not Applicable (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

Job Description:

Make a difference and join the DCA Team!  DCA gives employees more to do than merely make a living.  We are serious about helping Georgia's families live more abundantly with a greater sense of hope and achievement.  If public service, a great environment, and the desire to enrich the lives of others motivate you to do your best work, you should consider joining the DCA Team.  

OUR MISSION

To help build strong, vibrant communities.

OUR VISION

For Georgians of today and tomorrow to have the opportunity to live and work in thriving communities.

OUR CULTURE

DCA is dedicated to helping build strong, vibrant communities. We are a diverse team of highly competent and committed professionals who strive to help people and communities thrive through technical expertise, innovative thinking and a passion for making a difference.  Team members are at their best when collaborating and supporting each other as they perform challenging and dynamic work.  We are serious about helping Georgia's families live more abundantly with a greater sense of hope and achievement. If public service and the desire to enrich the lives of others motivates you to do your best work, you should consider joining the DCA Team.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) is a state agency dedicated to partnering with communities to help create a climate of success for Georgia's families and businesses. DCA offers a fast-paced, challenging, and dynamic environment that requires attention to detail, pride in the quality of work, and the ability to work as a versatile team player. We are a diverse team of highly competent and committed professionals who strive to help people and communities thrive through technical expertise, innovative thinking, and a passion for making a difference. Team members are at their best when they collaborate and support one another as they perform challenging and dynamic work.

SUMMARY

DCA is seeking one qualified Accounting Director candidate.  This position reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer and is responsible for the agency's financial operations, general ledger activities, reporting compliance, comprehensive accounting, and financial activities.  Provides leadership to subordinate managers and staff.  Performs a variety of complex studies, research, and reporting.  Assumes responsibility for the Office of Accounting and performs other related work as required.

MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, accounting, finance, or related field from an accredited college or university AND Six years of experience in general management, accounting, or budgeting.

OR

An equivalent combination of education and job specific experience that provided the knowledge, experience and competencies required to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted on a year-over-year basis and two years of which in fiscal analysis work in a budgeted function.

PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the entry qualifications, possess 2 or more of the following:

• Five years of experience in a supervisory role.
• Three or more years leading or managing an accounting or finance department in a Georgia State Government Agency.
• Experience analyzing and interpreting complex financial data.
• Experience in progressive government accounting and budgeting, sufficient to thoroughly understand the diverse objectives and functions of the finance department to direct, perform and coordinate work within the department
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP).
• Knowledge and experience with GAAP.
• Experience working in Workday.
• Completion of Governmental Accounting Certification Program.

 

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs job responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Manages and develops a comprehensive accounting program, which integrates Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards, statutory accounting requirements, and departmental fiscal policies and procedures;
• Analyzes financial statistics and other accounting data to identify trends impacting fiscal position of the agency;
• Provides leadership to subordinate managers and staff.
• Reviews and analyzes general ledger accounts accurately for fiscal integrity as well as compliance with applicable principles, standards, guidelines, policies, and procedures;
• Prepares or directs the preparation of financial reports in both standard and specialized formats;
• Monitors the day-to-day activities of the accounting department.
• Correctly identifies discrepancies in financial records and takes appropriate corrective action(s) to amend identified variances;
• Represents the financial interests of the agency in accounting related interactions with other parties such as banks, vendors, auditors, and external customers;
• Correctly applies principles in analyzing accounting and fiscal situations to ensure integrity of the fiscal operations;
• Submits financial reports as requested in a timely manner;
• Develops and maintains effective internal control structures that preserve the integrity of the financial records;
• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff: makes hiring or termination decisions/recommendations in respective section; establishes workloads and prioritizes work assignments; motivates/guides subordinates toward accomplishment of departmental goals and objectives; approves/processes employee concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate; assists with or completes employee performance appraisals; directs work; and trains staff in operations, policies, and procedures.
• Ensures timely review and processing of all financial transactions to maintain expenditure controls.
• Completes special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of accounting principles to include GAP, Governmental Accounting Standards, and statutory regulations
• Knowledge of and experience in personnel matters, staff development, and other related activities in assigned areas.
• Skilled in the use of Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Skilled in the use of financial software (Workday)
• Skilled in verbal/written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Experience in communicating with senior leadership and in dealing with the public
• Ability to plan and direct the work of others.
• Ability to understand financial and/or cost accounting concepts
• Ability to pay close attention to detail
• Ability to work independently; multi-task; exercise sound judgment; make responsible decisions
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Job candidates for this position will be subject to a criminal background check, MVR, educational degree check, and reference checks prior to the extension of a job offer

WORKING CONDITIONS ( TRAVEL, HOURS, ENVIRONMENT)

This position is currently designated as a hybrid (part in-office and part remote/telework) position.  This position is full-time (40 hours per week) and may require occasional overtime.  Local periodic travel may be required

PHYSICAL / SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Work is principally stationary, but the person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc., and constantly operate a computer and other office equipment.

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.

Must be able to perform office-related duties.

Must be able to operate office equipment.

Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, tenants, and community agencies and other entities that provide services.

Must be able to perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Must be able to perform essential job functions in an environment that will sometimes include increased levels of work-related stress.

Must maintain punctuality and attendance as scheduled.

NOTE: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Due to the large volume of submissions received by this office, information concerning application and/or interview status cannot be provided.  Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps in the interview process.  Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.  This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

DCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need accommodation for an interview, please contact the Human Resources Office at (404) 679-4845

Hiring is contingent upon satisfactory results of employment verification, background, criminal records investigation and motor vehicle reports.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the business and requirement of the job change.  This job posting may close at any time upon gaining a sufficient applicant pool from which to select a qualified candidate.

All duties and responsibilities listed are considered to be essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.  Marginal functions of the position (those that are incidental to the performance of the job duties) have not been included.   However, the omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or logical assignment to the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in accounting and five (5) years of professional accounting job-related experience, which includes three (3) years in a managerial or supervisory role; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Sr Mgr, Accounting (FIM012) or position equivalent.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.