Assistant Finance Director (Controller)
Job Posting for Assistant Finance Director (Controller) at City of Chesapeake
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position
Assistant Finance Director (Controller)
Job Type
Full Time
Posting Type
Public
Number of Vacancies
1
Department
FINANCE
Division
FINANCE
Requisition Number
2024036
Number of hours worked per week
40
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Work Site Location
Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement
N - Never
Pay Grade
GE22
Pay Basis
Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary
$110,000-$135,000; Dependent on qualifications and experience.
Job Description
Chesapeake’s Finance department is seeking an experienced and results-oriented individual with a passion for accounting and financial management to serve as Assistant Finance Director/Controller.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate the City of Chesapeake’s C.A.R.E.S (Courteous, Attentive, Responsive, Empowered, and Stewardship) standards and value the City’s Strategic Anchors:
The ideal candidate will demonstrate the City of Chesapeake’s C.A.R.E.S (Courteous, Attentive, Responsive, Empowered, and Stewardship) standards and value the City’s Strategic Anchors:
- We make Chesapeake an exceptional place to live, learn, work, farm and play.
- We provide outstanding service to Council, our community, our customers, and each other.
- We will be fiscally responsible and sustainable.
TYPICAL TASKS
Financial Operations: Responsible for the City’s accounting operations and financial activities, including financial reporting, internal controls, general ledger, year-end audit preparation, and preparation of the City’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). Responsible for directing the year-end and periodic close processes and posting appropriations (operating & capital) approved by City Council.
Leadership: Leads the Financial Reporting Team of 7 accountants in central finance, establishing staffing standards, organizing, training, assigning and evaluating work, counseling, disciplining, and terminating or recommending termination.
Internal Controls: Oversees adherence to, development of, and communication about the City’s financial internal controls while remaining focused on internal customer service.
Audit Preparation: Assists external auditors with preparation for year-end external audit; prepares and trains organization for competencies required for external financial audit.
Financial Statements: Directs the compilation and review of monthly financial statements, work papers, and financial records for the year-end and audit, culminating in the City’s ACFR.
Administrative Support: Assists with departmental administrative matters, including budget development, administering expenditures, preparing routine and special reports, and correspondence.
Committee Representation: Represent the department and/or City on committees involved in financial procedures, internal controls, operations, management, and other issues.
Training & Development: Prepares the team for growth and advancement opportunities by providing coaching, identifying training needs, and advocating for resources; Identification of City-wide financial knowledge gaps and developing and delivering training.
Compliance: Researches and reviews authoritative financial accounting literature to ensure compliance and oversees implementation of required changes.
Financial System Integration: Approves integrations to the City’s financial system.
Advisory Role: Advises and consults with department heads, staff agencies, individuals, and others on financial problems, strategies, policies, procedures, and internal controls. Assists with pervasive and novel issues to achieve resolution and long-term solutions, requiring high-level problem-solving skills.
Continuous Improvement: Monitors and researches trends, new methodology and technology, laws, rules, and City policies to maintain, develop, and enhance financial processes.
#Accountant, #CPA, #CertifiedPublicAccountant, #Controller, #CPFO
Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Requires a bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of six years of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Certified Public Accountant preferred; Certified Public Finance Officer or Certified Government Financial Manager may be required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of six years of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Certified Public Accountant preferred; Certified Public Finance Officer or Certified Government Financial Manager may be required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Preferred Qualifications
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
03/07/2024
Job Close Date
Open Continuous
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
First review of applications on March 15, 2024. Apply NOW!
If the selected candidate does not have governmental accounting experience, training will be provided via internal and external coaching and training programs
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
Please see attached Hiring Brochure for additional information.
If the selected candidate does not have governmental accounting experience, training will be provided via internal and external coaching and training programs
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
Please see attached Hiring Brochure for additional information.
ADA Checklist
Overall Physical Strength Demands
Overall Physical Strength Demands
S=Sedentary - Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or small weights frequently; sitting most of the time.
Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Standing
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Sitting
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Walking
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Lifting
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Lifting Amount
Exerting up to 10 lbs
Carrying
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Carrying Weight
Exerting up to 10 lbs
Pushing/Pulling
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Pushing/Pulling Weight
Exerting up to 10 lbs
Reaching
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Handling
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Fine Dexterity
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Kneeling
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Crouching
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Crawling
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Bending
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Twisting
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Climbing
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Balancing
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Vision
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Hearing
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Talking
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Foot Controls
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
Software, Computer Hardware/Laptop & peripherals, scanner, copier, and other office equipment
Protective Equipment Required
Health and Safety
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Mechanical Hazards
N = Never
Chemical Hazards
N = Never
Electrical Hazards
N = Never
Fire Hazards
N = Never
Explosives
N = Never
Communicable Diseases
N = Never
Physical Danger or Abuse
N = Never
Other
If Other, Description
Environmental Factors
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Dirt and Dust
S = Seasonally
Extreme Temperatures
N = Never
Noise and Vibration
N = Never
Fumes and Odors
N = Never
Wetness/Humidity
N = Never
Darkness or Poor Lighting
N = Never
Primary Work Location
Office Environment
Non-Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Time Pressures
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Emergency Situations
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Frequent Change of Tasks
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Tedious or Exacting Work
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Noisy/Distracting Environment
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Other
If Other, Description
Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)
No
Professional References
Professional References
Please provide contact information for professional references.
Minimum Requests
2
Maximum Requests
4
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