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City of Indianapolis · 3 days ago

Finance and Accounting Director

Indianapolis, IN

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

4+ years exp

The City of Indianapolis is responsible for overseeing the Finance Division of the Marion County Clerk’s Office. The Finance and Accounting Director will provide managerial oversight, ensure compliance with regulations, and lead the division in achieving its strategic goals.

GovernmentInformation ServicesNon Profit

Responsibilities

Establishes service operations strategies, goals, and initiatives that align with the strategic plan for the office

Maintains compliance with local and state statutes/regulations, trial court rules, and internal policies

Works cross-functionally with division directors and executive leadership to deliver excellent service, meet outcomes, ensure continuity throughout the office, and achieve office goals

Leads, mentors, and develops division staff, using a supportive and collaborative approach

Assigns accountabilities, sets objectives, establishes priorities, monitors results, and evaluates effectiveness

Provides effective and inspiring leadership by being actively involved in all operations and services

Serves as a liaison between the Clerk’s agency and various divisions and institutions including FSSA, State Board of Accounts, local, state, and federal auditors, other city and county agencies and divisions including the Auditor, OFM, Purchasing, other financial institutions, etc

Manage and oversee the day-to-day accounting and financial functions

Maintain and analyze accounting records supporting all funds deposited or disbursed and ensures daily balancing

Perform month end reconciliations and prepare the annual court revenue report

Oversees accounts payables, timekeeping, and payroll functions for the Clerk’s Office

Develops both short-and long-term strategies to foster compliance and cost-efficient service delivery.?

Evaluates accomplishments toward established goals and adjust goals, methods, or procedures as needed. ?

Supervises escalation management process within division to achieve satisfactory outcomes for customers and the agency

Responsible for training new employees on all relevant policies, procedures, and workflow operations; and ensures all employees have the necessary knowledge, tools, and resources to effectively execute their responsibilities

Responsible for hiring new employees and ensures role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development.?

Sets expectations, measures progress, provides ongoing feedback, and evaluates the performance of employees. ?Ensures work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures. ??

Ensures compliance with all human resource and internal policies and guidelines, including adherence to parameters set forth in the Collective Bargaining Agreement

Participates in necessary mediations and grievances, facilitates successful outcomes for agency and employees

Qualification

Government accountingAccounting standardsLeadership experienceFinancial managementPeopleSoft FinanceOdyssey case managementBilingualCoaching skillsCommunication skillsCritical thinkingConflict resolution

Required

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance, or a related field with four (4) years relevant leadership experience in government, accounting, management, administration and/or legal field

Comprehensive knowledge of government accounting, and accounting standards and procedures

Ability to analyze, project, and use spreadsheets, databases, and other software is required

Possesses excellent communication, critical-thinking, interpersonal, leadership, coaching, conflict resolution skills

Commitment to providing exceptional service to customers and support to staff

Ability to coordinate multiple projects and meet various deadlines; effectively organize and prioritize tasks

Advanced pre-employment background check required

Preferred

Master's Degree in Accounting Principles or Finance Management, or a related field with five (5) years of previous work experience in finance with supervisory responsibilities

Advanced knowledge of court documents and proceedings, criminal justice, and/or government operations

Prior experience with Odyssey case management system, and/or accounting software, particularly PeopleSoft® Finance

Bilingual preferred

Company

City of Indianapolis

The City of Indianapolis and Marion County offers an amazing array of career opportunities with more than 400 job titles and 37 divisions to choose from.

Founded in 1821

Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

5001-10000 employees