City of Douglasville, GA · 5 hours ago
ASSISTANT FINANCE DIRECTOR
Douglasville, GA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expThe City of Douglasville, GA is seeking an Assistant Finance Director to oversee the City’s accounting operations and ensure the accuracy and compliance of financial records. This role involves direct supervision of finance staff, participation in financial reporting, and coordination of the annual audit process.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Directly supervises assigned Finance staff, including but not limited to the Senior Accounting Specialist, Accountant, Intern, Budget Manager, and Procurement Manager
Assigns work, establishes priorities, evaluates performance, and provides training and professional development
Serves as a hands-on technical resource for complex accounting issues, reconciliations, and problem resolution
Ensures adequate staffing coverage and continuity of critical financial functions
Oversees and actively participates in the monthly close process
Reviews and approves: Bank reconciliations, Balance sheet and revenue reconciliations, Journal entries, Financial statements and internal reports
Prepares and reviews monthly financial reports for executive leadership and City Council
Leads and actively works on the annual external audit process under the direction of the Finance Director
Prepares audit schedules, confirmations, reconciliations, and supporting documentation
Serves as the primary point of contact for external auditors
Coordinates with auditors on the preparation and review of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
Reviews draft ACFR schedules, statements, and disclosures for accuracy, compliance, and consistency with City records
Ensures City records fully support audited financial statements and disclosures
Ensures timely resolution of audit findings and implementation of recommendations
Reviews and approves all bank reconciliations
Oversees the City’s cash position, including: Cash flow monitoring, Investment summaries, Collateralization reports, Compliance with state investment laws
Reviews revenue deposits, cash activity, and related reconciliations
Maintains and strengthens internal controls over: Cash handling, Revenue recognition, Accounts payable and procurement, Capital assets, Payroll-related accounting
Identifies inefficiencies, risks, and compliance issues and implements corrective actions
Assists with development, updates, and enforcement of financial policies and procedures
Oversees capital asset accounting, inventory records, depreciation schedules, and audit support
Reviews capital asset reports for ACFR compliance and accuracy
Oversees preparation and review of annual compliance filings, including OPEB and other required regulatory reports
Provides oversight of procurement and accounts payable operations through the Procurement Manager
Reviews high-risk or complex purchasing transactions
Ensures compliance with City purchasing policies, contract requirements, and state procurement laws
Assists with maintenance and improvement of the City’s financial ERP system
Helps develop reporting tools, workflows, and reconciliation processes
Supports system implementations and enhancements affecting Finance operations
Prepares and presents financial reports, audit results, budget information, and special projects to City Council and executive leadership as assigned
Represents the Finance Department in interdepartmental meetings and external discussions when delegated by the Finance Director
Assists in responding to Council inquiries and public financial questions
Provides advanced technical and operational support to the Finance Director in accounting, audit, reporting, and compliance matters
Assists with preparation of complex financial analyses, schedules, and reports
Supports departmental planning through process improvement, documentation, and workflow development
Participates in special projects and initiatives that build experience in departmental leadership and management
Serves as acting Finance Director for operational matters in the Finance Director’s absence, as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or a closely related field
Five (5) or more years of relevant accounting or finance experience
Advanced knowledge of public accounting, governmental accounting, utility accounting, fixed assets accounting, finance, budgeting and auditing principles, procedures and techniques
Advanced knowledge of principles and practices of public financial administration, including budget preparation
Advanced knowledge of statistical methods, techniques and financial report preparation
Advanced knowledge of computerized financial system design and analysis
Advanced knowledge of principles and practices of fund investing procedures and cash management
Knowledge of administrative practices and principles including goal setting, program budget development and implementation
Knowledge of City ordinances, City investment policies and bond agreements, property tax allocation, property tax billing, federal and state payroll taxes and laws governing local governments
Knowledge of general office procedures, policies and equipment
Ability to communicate effectively about the City's finances to individuals and groups
Ability to interpret and apply related federal, state and local laws
Ability to apply sound administrative and fiscal practices
Ability to write clear, comprehensive explanatory texts to accompany financial reports
Ability to prepare accounting/financial data projections
Ability to present ideas effectively orally and in writing
Ability to supervise the work of departmental staff including, coordinating, assigning, monitoring, and evaluating work; hiring, training, counseling, and disciplining staff; and processing grievances
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other City employees/departments, City officials, and the public
Preferred
Demonstrated analytical skills, including the ability to interpret complex financial data, identify trends, and support sound financial decision-making
Bank reconciliations
Governmental accounting and financial reporting
GAAP and GASB standards and implementation
External audit coordination and review
CPA, CGFO, or similar professional certification
Company
City of Douglasville, GA
Douglasville is located 20 miles west of Atlanta, Georgia.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Karin Callan, CPA
Assistant City Manager/ CFO
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