What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Finance & Accounting position at The Florida Bar?
Director, Finance and Accounting
Salary Range $92,066.99 to $ 124,000. Excellent benefits package including employer paid pension contribution | Employees of The Florida Bar are eligible to apply for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
Summary function: Directs the day-to-day financial activities of TFB and related entities, which includes managing the General Ledger by managing the daily, monthly and annual journal entry reviews & posting, ensuring proper interfaces of AR & AP subledgers and systems reconciliations, monthly and annual ledger closings, timely prepare monthly department budget reports, cash and investment management and transaction postings. Provide data required to support Board of Governors and Committee meetings.
Supervises the following positions: Staff Accountant 1 (2), Staff Accountant 2, and Financial and Budget Specialist.
Required minimum education: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration (proof required at interview).
Required minimum professional work experience: Five (5) years of accounting experience. Two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Licensure/Certification: Active Certified Public Accountant license, Inactive CPA with willingness to reactive or CPA eligible with willingness to sit for CPA exam.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Manages all Bar wide accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems for the Finance and Accounting department and Membership Records unit ensuring compliance with appropriate generally accepted accounting principles and regulatory requirements. Establishes and maintains appropriate internal controls needed to support all accounting related processes. Directs the generation of appropriate and timely financial reports for external and internal uses. Monitors and develops the various department teams, manages work allocation, training, problem resolution, performance evaluations, and building an effective team. Partners with Chief Information Officer to maintain the various web-based financial systems.
Under the direction of the DDA/CFO assists with the development and monitoring of The Florida Bar's budget(s). Analyzes spending trends and makes budget recommendations to the DDA/CFO for various office operations (overhead) related line items such as.
Works closely with the DDA/CFO to develop and implement financial plans and strategies and to recommend changes in financial policies and procedures. Guides and assists various stakeholders throughout the organization, in evaluating strategies, analyzing fiscal impacts and developing sound plans.
Maintains financial records for all employee benefits plans. Works with the Retirement Committee and HR Director to administer the plans and interpret plan document. Provides technical/financial assistance to HR regarding employee questions about the plans. Analyzes fiscal effects of changing regulations on fringe benefit plans. Other duties and projects as assigned.
Knowledge Of
Please notify HR, in advance, if you need reasonable accommodations to participate in the employment process.
EOE. This organization participates in E-Verify. Position is open until filled. Exempt position.
This position is in an in office position, located in Tallahassee, Florida and is not a remote position.
Salary Range $92,066.99 to $ 124,000. Excellent benefits package including employer paid pension contribution | Employees of The Florida Bar are eligible to apply for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
Summary function: Directs the day-to-day financial activities of TFB and related entities, which includes managing the General Ledger by managing the daily, monthly and annual journal entry reviews & posting, ensuring proper interfaces of AR & AP subledgers and systems reconciliations, monthly and annual ledger closings, timely prepare monthly department budget reports, cash and investment management and transaction postings. Provide data required to support Board of Governors and Committee meetings.
Supervises the following positions: Staff Accountant 1 (2), Staff Accountant 2, and Financial and Budget Specialist.
Required minimum education: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration (proof required at interview).
Required minimum professional work experience: Five (5) years of accounting experience. Two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Licensure/Certification: Active Certified Public Accountant license, Inactive CPA with willingness to reactive or CPA eligible with willingness to sit for CPA exam.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Manages all Bar wide accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems for the Finance and Accounting department and Membership Records unit ensuring compliance with appropriate generally accepted accounting principles and regulatory requirements. Establishes and maintains appropriate internal controls needed to support all accounting related processes. Directs the generation of appropriate and timely financial reports for external and internal uses. Monitors and develops the various department teams, manages work allocation, training, problem resolution, performance evaluations, and building an effective team. Partners with Chief Information Officer to maintain the various web-based financial systems.
Under the direction of the DDA/CFO assists with the development and monitoring of The Florida Bar's budget(s). Analyzes spending trends and makes budget recommendations to the DDA/CFO for various office operations (overhead) related line items such as.
Works closely with the DDA/CFO to develop and implement financial plans and strategies and to recommend changes in financial policies and procedures. Guides and assists various stakeholders throughout the organization, in evaluating strategies, analyzing fiscal impacts and developing sound plans.
Maintains financial records for all employee benefits plans. Works with the Retirement Committee and HR Director to administer the plans and interpret plan document. Provides technical/financial assistance to HR regarding employee questions about the plans. Analyzes fiscal effects of changing regulations on fringe benefit plans. Other duties and projects as assigned.
Knowledge Of
- Accounting and auditing principles and procedures (GAAP)
- Financial Reporting Practices
- Budgeting processes (preparation & monitoring)
- Sound fiscal practices and internal controls
- Management principles and practices
- Professional office procedures and practices
- Supervisory principles and techniques
- MS Office 365 tools such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneNote and Teams
- Basic knowledge of Adobe Acrobat
- Usage of Integrated Accounting Systems (preferably Microsoft Dynamics GP)
- On-Line banking practices
- Budget preparation and best practices
- Fiscal and financial reporting
- Accounting and general bookkeeping practices
- Proficient use of various forms of technology
- Supervise employees and support a productive team environment
- Interpret policies, procedures and accounting regulations
- Think logically and effectively problem solve
- Organize and prioritize work and multi-task
- Communicate effectively and professionally, both verbal and written
- Demonstrate initiative in group projects and individual settings
- Consistently provide an excellent customer service-oriented attitude
- Manage and maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion
- Effectively perform short and long-term planning
- Occasional travel for meetings that require overnight stays
- Sit for long periods, hear and converse over the telephone, and key/work frequently on a computer
- Lift up to 10 lbs.
Please notify HR, in advance, if you need reasonable accommodations to participate in the employment process.
EOE. This organization participates in E-Verify. Position is open until filled. Exempt position.
This position is in an in office position, located in Tallahassee, Florida and is not a remote position.
Salary : $92,067 - $124,000
