NEOGOV · 1 day ago
Assistant Vice President of Finance
King County Housing Authority (KCHA) is seeking an accomplished Assistant Vice President of Finance (AVP) to provide strategic leadership and hands-on operational oversight for the agency’s finance and accounting functions. This role is accountable for the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of all financial operations, including budgeting, reporting, audits, and internal controls.
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Responsibilities
Oversees daily operations of the department; ensures compliance with rules and regulations; guarantees that deadlines are met; develops and upholds department policies and procedures; supports department and the Agency’s strategic plans; aids in resolving accounting issues
Provides guidance towards the resolution of complicated accounting issues; ensure compliance with all external rules and regulations, such as GAAP, HUD rules, and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circulars
Directs the progress and submission of the annual operating fund subsidy
Serves as liaison with U.S. Department of Housing and Development (HUD); serves as the administrator for HUD online systems
Oversees Agency treasury tasks; monitors overall levels of cash, ensures excess cash is invested, and projects cash balances
Other responsibilities: developing and maintaining department policies and procedures; supporting department and agency-wide strategic plans; manage large and complex projects in assigned areas of responsibilities; oversee management of KCHA financial Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP); and analyzing and interpreting a variety of information, data, and reports
Serves as a financial advisor for other departments
Assigns, leads, trains, and inspects the work of staff; rewards and discipline; coaches, counsels and evaluates staff performance; creates staff schedules; recommends hires, terminations, promotions, and suspensions
Supervises the development of the Agency’s operating and capital budgets; works as a financial consultant; supports the Budget Review Panel; develops and reviews the entire budget
Directs all financial reporting activities; manages the annual financial statements preparation in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting principles (GAAP); coordinates with outside auditors on audits; administers monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports; analyzes and deduces a variety of information, data, and reports
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in accounting, economics, finance or related field
Extensive experience in budgeting, financial management with supervisory and management experience
An equivalent combination of experience and education that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of this position
Understands technical aspects of the position and continuously builds knowledge, keeping up to date on the substantive and procedural aspects of the position including comprehensive knowledge of related industry and department policies, practices, and procedures; related industry, organization, and departmental legal guides, recommendations, best practices, ordinances, and laws
GAAP, accounting principles, and internal controls; accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking/treasury, and HUD; Section 8 HUD, Federal, State, and local government accounting regulations and procedures; internal audit systems and procedures; and financial reporting
Experience supervising staff including coaching and mentoring to support employees in achieving Authority and individual goals; demonstrated ability to provide strong leadership in a dynamic, highly regulated work environment
Proven success in building productive and engaged work teams with a focus on mentoring and nurturing staff development
Strong critical-thinking skills; ability to evaluate information, implement timely decisions and make recommendations
Exceptional program management skills including the ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously
Communicates plans and activities with leadership, colleagues and staff in a manner that supports strategies for involvement and accomplishment of mission and outcomes via multiple methods
Analyzes and develops effective policies and procedures
Presents proposals and recommendations clearly, logically and persuasively
Interprets and explains complex data analyses and research findings for technical and non-technical audiences
Cultural sensitivity and competency, which is essential in serving economically disadvantaged, diverse populations, including homeless and special needs households, with a particular focus on households that often fall through the community-based safety net
Utilizes excellent time management and problem-solving techniques, and use of professional judgment in complex situations
Proficiency with MS Office to include Word, Excel, Outlook, and database software; familiarity with current system and suite of accessory software tools (i.e. Adobe, DocuSign, OnBase)
Consent to and pass a credit, driver's and criminal records background check
Must possess a valid driver's license to regularly travel between work sites as required or have an alternative reliable mode of transportation. Must have an acceptable driving record at time of appointment and throughout employment
Preferred
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Benefits
A comprehensive health care benefits package for you and your dependents includes medical, dental and vision insurance, life and long-term disability insurance plans, vacation, sick and personal leave, reduced tuition, and retirement benefits are also available.
The excellent benefits package includes employer paid dental; vacation, sick & holiday pay; life insurance, long term disability insurance and transit subsidy.
PERS retirement (mandatory) and medical plan require employee and employer contributions.
Employee paid deferred compensation (457b) and flexible spending accounts are optional.
Positive corporate culture and commitment to a diverse workplace, plus more!
Company
NEOGOV
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