City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management · 3 hours ago
Financial Manager I (Financial Reporting)
Atlanta, GA, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$68K/yr - $79K/yr
4+ years expThe City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management is seeking a Financial Manager I to perform complex professional and technical accounting activities related to financial transactions. The role involves preparing, reviewing, and reconciling financial records and reports in compliance with governmental standards, while collaborating with various stakeholders for responsive financial reporting support.
GovernmentOffice AdministrationWater
Responsibilities
Apply advanced knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), governmental fund accounting, grant accounting, internal controls and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements and implementations
Utilize Oracle ERP Systems to generate, analyze, and financial data supporting the preparation of financial statements reporting in the ACFR
Prepare and review financial statements, including Statement of Cash Flows
Work with trial balance prepared on both a modified accrual and full accrual basis
Prepare, review, and submit a variety of financial reports, reconciliations, workpapers, schedules, tables, and supporting documentation
Serves as a technical lead on assigned reporting areas by providing guidance, clarification, and best-practice recommendations to peers and departmental staff
Review work products prepared by others for accuracy and compliance and provide constructive feedback, coaching, and technical assistance as needed
Supporting onboarding and knowledge transfer by assisting with training and documentation of financial reporting processes
Ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance of financial records and reports with applicable regulations and standards
Respond to requests for financial information from other City departments, external agencies, auditors, and the general public
Coordinate responses to internal and external audit requests and provide supporting documentation as required
Monitor external audit activities and support audit processes through timely and accurate responses
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; OR any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides required knowledge, skills, and abilities
(4) or more years of professional experience in governmental or non-profit accounting
Highly Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel
Advanced knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), governmental fund accounting, grant accounting, internal controls and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements and implementations
Utilize Oracle ERP Systems to generate, analyze, and financial data supporting the preparation of financial statements reporting in the ACFR
Prepare and review financial statements, including Statement of Cash Flows
Work with trial balance prepared on both a modified accrual and full accrual basis
Prepare, review, and submit a variety of financial reports, reconciliations, workpapers, schedules, tables, and supporting documentation
Serves as a technical lead on assigned reporting areas by providing guidance, clarification, and best-practice recommendations to peers and departmental staff
Review work products prepared by others for accuracy and compliance and provide constructive feedback, coaching, and technical assistance as needed
Supporting onboarding and knowledge transfer by assisting with training and documentation of financial reporting processes
Ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance of financial records and reports with applicable regulations and standards
Respond to requests for financial information from other City departments, external agencies, auditors, and the general public
Coordinate responses to internal and external audit requests and provide supporting documentation as required
Monitor external audit activities and support audit processes through timely and accurate responses
Ability to interpret and apply GASB standards to complex reporting scenarios
Ability to analyze complex financial data and prepare accurate financial statements and reports
Ability to provide technical guidance and mentorship without formal supervisory authority
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and compliance
Ability to communicate complex accounting concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences
Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Master's degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
Municipal finance and government experience
Experience with Oracle financial systems highly preferred
Company
City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management
Provides drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater services to more than 1 million people over a 650-square-mile area.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Mikita K. Browning
Commissioner (CEO-General Manager)
Kristi Ware Gaboriau, MPA HRM, PHR
Human Resources Business Partner
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