MANAGER OF ACCOUNTING SERVICES

The Clark County Department of Finance, Comptroller Office, is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Manager of Accounting Services position. This position will be responsible for overseeing the accounting of Revenue and Grants in addition to managing various fiscal activities, developing and implementing policies and procedures, and ensuring compliance with Federal, State, and County ordinances and regulations. 

This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Human Resources.

Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.

This position is confidential and excluded from membership in the union.

This position is a management position and excluded from membership in the union.

NOTE: A cover letter and resume are required in addition to the completed employment application. Candidates may be invited to the selection process based on specific criteria listed in the resume, such as experience in (example: policy development and implementation, programmatic and staff oversight, or experience in a public agency similar to Clark County). Applications submitted without a copy of the candidate’s resume and cover letter are incomplete and will not be considered.

Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Business Administration or a field related to the work AND five (5) years of full-time professional level experience in financial planning, accounting, payroll or related field, two (2) years of which were in a supervisory or lead role. Equivalent combination of formal education and appropriate related experience may be considered. 

All qualifying education and each experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. All details must be written in your own words and cannot be copied from job descriptions or other external sources.

Licensing and Certification: Specified positions may require the incumbent to be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted.

Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, reviews and evaluates the work of professional, technical and office support staff. Recommends selection of staff; trains staff and provides for their professional development; administers discipline as required. Develops and implements goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for the division; prepares and administers the division's budget. Contributes to the overall quality of the department's service provision by developing and coordinating work teams and by reviewing, recommending and implementing improved policies and procedures. Supervises financial record keeping and reporting functions; ensures compliance with County and State ordinances and regulations; analyzes and directs the distribution of finances to various funds, as provided by ordinance and funding source restrictions. Assists in the preparation and review of the Comprehensive Annual Report. Assists internal and external auditors during their reviews. Advises County departments regarding the interpretation of fiscal policies. Uses spreadsheet software, prepares and analyzes journal entries, and performs a variety of professional accounting work to maintain and report financial status. Directs the conduct of and conducts analytical studies; develops and reviews reports of findings, alternatives and recommendations; directs the maintenance of accurate records and files. Prepares and directs the preparation of a variety of written correspondence, reports, procedures and other written materials. Serves as a member of various committees and task forces related to areas of expertise. Reviews pending legislation for impact on the County. Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work; may drive a personal or County motor vehicle or arrange for appropriate transportation to and from various locations to attend meetings and visit off-site County departments.Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment, and be capable of commuting to and from various locations in order to visit work sites and attend meetings; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.

Salary : $48 - $75