Accounting Director

The Accounting Director is responsible for the administration, development and implementation of initiatives, supervision of employees, management of the operating budget, and manages the comprehensive accounting and financial activity for a technical college. Manages and develops a comprehensive accounting program, which integrates Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAP), Governmental Accounting Standards, statutory accounting requirements, and departmental fiscal policies and procedures.. Analyzes financial statistics and other accounting data to identify trends impacting fiscal position of the technical college.. Supervises subordinate employees involving financial and accounting operations; Monitors the activities of personnel to ensure compliance with TCSG policy manual and department procedures. Evaluates employees at scheduled intervals upon reviewing of all relevant information.. Reviews and analyzes general ledger accounts accurately for fiscal integrity as well as compliance with applicable principles, standards, guidelines, policies, and procedures.. Correctly applies principles in analyzing accounting and fiscal situations to ensure integrity of the fiscal operations.. Develops and maintains effective internal control structures that preserve the integrity of the fiscal operations.. Develops and/or assists with the development of policies and procedures and recommends changes to effectively meet the goals and requirements of the program.. Maintains knowledge of assigned program area and gives updates to management on services, operations, and projects.. Conducts regular evaluation of services provided and makes adjustments as needed.. Prepares or directs the preparation of financial reports in both standard and specialized formats. Submits financial reports as requested.. Correctly identifies discrepancies in financial records and takes appropriate corrective action(s) to amend identified variances. Represents the financial interests of the technical college in accounting related interactions with other parties such as banks, vendors, auditors, and external customers.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in accounting or a closely related field, and Five (5) years full-time work experience.
• Functional knowledge of State of Georgia PeopleSoft Financial System and Banner student accounts system.