Accounting Manager
DESCRIPTION:
The Accounting Manager is responsible for the supervision of employees of the comprehensive accounting and financial activity for a technical college.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Ensures a comprehensive accounting program, which integrates Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAP), Governmental Accounting Standards, statutory accounting requirements, and departmental fiscal policies and procedures;
Administers the daily financial and accounting operations including the processing of cash receipts, accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, etc.;
Balances all financial records at month-, quarter-, and year-end;
Supervising year-end closing procedures;
Verifies accuracy of and balances all daily financial computer reports and monthly bank statements;
Represents the financial interests of the technical college in accounting related interactions with other parties such as banks, vendors, auditors, and external customers;
Correctly applies principles in analyzing accounting and fiscal situations to ensure integrity of the fiscal operations;
Submits financial reports as requested in a timely manner;
Monitors the activities of personnel to ensure compliance with TCSG policy manual and department procedures;
Maintains knowledge of assigned program area and gives updates to management on services, operations, and projects;
Evaluates employees at scheduled intervals upon reviewing of all relevant information;
Conducts regular evaluation of services provided and makes adjustments as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES:
Knowledge of accounting principles to include GAP, Governmental Accounting Standards, and statutory regulations
Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs
Oral and written communication skills
Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public
Decision making and problem-solving skills
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, public administration or closely related filed, and two (2) years of experience in accounting.
PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting. Five (5) years of experience in accounting with at