* Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered.

*This position will require in-office presence. Hybrid work schedules may be possible based on specific job duties and consistent with ESD policy.

BASIC FUNCTION:

Responsible for: 1) oversight of all financial, accounting and reporting activities, including quarterly and annual audited financial statements; 2) leading all day-to-day financial operations, including functional responsibility over budgeting, general accounting, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable and fiscal planning; 3) developing financial plans and policies, accounting practices, systems and procedures and a comprehensive set of controls designed to mitigate risk; 4) working closely with the Chief Financial Officer and assisting, as necessary, with coordinating and administering all of the financial and administrative departments.

WORK PERFORMED:

• Provide planning and oversight in the development of the annual operating and capital budgets.
• Oversee all accounts, ledgers and reporting systems ensuring compliance with appropriate GASB standards and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor all internal financial and accounting controls and coordinate the annual external audit.
• Analyze and review budget to actual expenditures reporting for all departments, subsidiaries and capital projects to identify, explain and correct variances as appropriate.
• Provide oversight for payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, general accounting and subsidiary finance.
• Review financial and accounting procedures and policies and implement changes and modifications designed to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of accounting operations.
• Ensure purchase and travel requests are aligned with corporate guidelines.
• Prepare financial analyses and review quarterly and annual financial statements with supporting schedules and keep senior leadership abreast of results.
• Assist the Chief Financial Officer with presentations of budget information, financial and accounting data and special reports to senior management, Directors and/or the Audit and Budget Committee.
• Perform research and analysis related to financial operations as necessary.
• Verify charges and ensure security of all credit cards.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and commitment to accurate results.
• Provide leadership in strengthening both internal and external communication by providing prompt responses and accurate accounting and financial information.
• Oversee the operations of the accounting department, including the design and maintenance of an organizational structure and staffing adequate for achieving the department’s goals and objectives.
• Create and promote a positive and supportive work environment.
• Support the Chief Financial Officer and perform other duties and special projects as requested.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education level required: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Business Administration; MBA or CPA preferred.

Experience required: Minimum ten years of progressively responsible professional government accounting experience, including supervisory and management responsibilities experience.

Knowledge Required: Thorough understanding of government accounting methods and procedures, financial reporting procedures and the management of complex financial transactions; comprehension of Government Accounting Standards Board statements; skilled in extensive use of computers and business/accounting software/systems in performing financial tasks, specifically spreadsheet manipulation; ability to successfully supervise, select and motivate staff and to build, foster and maintain effective working relationships; familiarity with internal auditing practices; excellent oral and written communication skills; exemplary work history and attendance record.