Accounting Director

Overview

The Accounting Director is responsible for the administration, development and implementation of initiatives, supervision of employees, management of the operating budget, and manages the comprehensive accounting and financial activity for a technical college.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

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 technical college;

Supervises subordinate employees involving financial and accounting operations;

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;

Correctly identifies discrepancies in financial records and takes appropriate corrective action(s) to amend identified variances;

Represents the financial interests of the technical college 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;

Monitors the activities of personnel to ensure compliance with TCSG policy manual and department procedures;

Develops and/or assists with the development of policies and procedures and recommends changes to effectively meet the goals and requirements of the program;

Maintains knowledge of assigned program area and gives updates to management on services, operations, and projects;

Evaluates employees at scheduled intervals upon reviewing of all relevant information;

Conducts regular evaluation of services provided and makes adjustments as needed;

Other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

Knowledge of accounting principles to include GAP, Governmental Accounting Standards, and statutory regulations

Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs

Oral and written communication skills

Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public

Decision making and problem-solving skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, public administration or a closely related field and three (3) years full-time work experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree in accounting and five (5) years work-related experience.

NOTE: APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.

The salary range for this position is $80,000-$85,000; actual salary is determined based on education, experience and other qualifications.

This is a full-time position with paid state holidays; accrued annual and sick leave; pension and medical benefits; and the State of Georgia Flexible Benefits Program.

Pay: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year