City of Diamond Bar, CA
Finance Supervisor
City of Diamond Bar, CA, Diamond Bar, California, United States, 91765
Salary:
$90,388.03 - $121,128.60 Annually
Location :
Diamond Bar, CA
Job Type:
Full-time
Remote Employment:
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number:
2024-0015
Department:
Finance
Opening Date:
09/10/2024
Closing Date:
10/6/2024 12:00 AM Pacific
The Position
The City of Diamond Bar is looking for a finance professional who is technologically savvy to join its team as its next Finance Supervisor! Are you highly motivated, detail-oriented, and interested in developing and streamlining business processes? This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of the Finance Department in a financially stable City.
The Finance Supervisor, under general direction, performs advanced general ledger maintenance and accounting tasks, including planning, organizing, and auditing the City's accounting and financial transactions; and performs other related duties as required.Examples of Essential Job Duties
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this position.
1. Under the direction of the Finance Director plans, organizes, and oversees the functions of general accounting, auditing, cash management, revenue collection, financial data processing, budgeting, and purchasing.
2. Participates in all accounting tasks associated with maintenance of the City's financial record keeping, reporting, and control system including maintenance of the City's fixed asset module and capital improvement projects ledger.
3. Performs complex analyses required for GASB 87 (Leases) and GASB 96 (Subscription Based Software) reporting;
4. Reviews departmental expenditures and encumbrances for accuracy and conformance with budgeted amounts and coding.
5. Prepares journal entries and processes fund transfers.
6. Participates/manages the preparation of the City annual budget.
7. Prepares books for year-end closing and assists in the preparation for annual audits, year end closing reports and other financial reports.
8. Prepare and analyze financial reports and statements; notify departments when there are discrepancies; monitor cash balances in all funds; recommend adjustments as appropriate.
9. Assist in preparation of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, State Controller's Report and other financial reports;
10. Explains accounting standards and procedures to accounting support staff; organizes tasks and checks work for completeness and accuracy; participates in performance evaluation, as needed.
11. Act as lead on computerized accounting system revisions, upgrades and conversions
12. Conducts special accounting and financial studies and prepares related reports.
13. Monitors and assists departments with grant funding requirements, including funding requisitions.
14. Monitors other financial management activities of the City, including general ledger, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, treasury functions.
15. Coordinates assigned activities with other departments and outside agencies, and performs related duties as required.
16. Review and prepare as necessary all financial transactions and financial reporting in compliance with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB)/Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
17. May assist in supervision of staff and/or assign and monitor the completion of assignments and projects; may assist in evaluation of personnel.
18. May serve as backup to accounting support personnel, as needed.
19. Perform other duties as assigned.Qualification Guidelines
Knowledge of:Principles, practices, terminology and forms used in governmental accounting and auditing work; principles of budgeting, posting, and ledger work, reconciliations, double-entry bookkeeping; State and federal laws, regulations, and governmental accounting standards; City Municipal Code and ordinances, City policies and procedures related to accounting fees, charges, and practices; standard office methods, practices, and procedures; computerized accounting and recordkeeping systems and related software applications for performing required duties; basic cost control and auditing procedures and practices.
Ability to:Conduct complex accounting and financial analyses in order to detect errors, monitor trends, and prepare reports; operate computer hardware and related office equipment and use specialized spreadsheet, database and word processing software applications; apply, and explain applicable laws, the Diamond Bar Municipal Code and City policies and procedures; prepare accurate departmental reports; perform duties in a timely manner and meet deadlines; make mathematical calculations with speed and accuracy; communicate effectively orally and in writing; establish and maintain cooperative relationships; provide technical direction to accounting support staff related to accounting methods and procedures; attend City Council and/or other meetings and maintain confidentiality.
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
Experience:
Four years of increasingly responsible experience in governmental accounting and one year of lead or supervisory experience preferably in a municipal organization. Experience with Tyler Munis and/or OpenGov is highly desired.Selection Process
Candidates whose education, experience and/or training appear to be best qualified will be invited to participate in an Oral (virtual) Interview: 100%.
The top candidate(s) will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check, verification of work experience, and submit an official copy of educational transcripts verifying obtained degrees or certificates as indicated on the employment application. The selected candidate will be required to successfully pass a medical examination after a conditional job offer is made.
The City of Diamond Bar offers an outstanding benefits package. The key components are listed below.
Accrued Leave: Accrual of eighty (80) hours of vacation (first day of employment through year five), accrual of eighty (80) hours sick leave, eleven (11) designated holidays and eighteen (18) floating holiday hours and twenty-seven (27) hours of administrative leave.9/80 Work Schedule: Full-time City staff participate in a 9/80 work schedule program.Retirement: Employees hired after January 1, 2013 who are existing CalPERS members or a member of an agency with reciprocity with the City of Diamond Bar will be enrolled in the 2% @ 55 retirement benefit formula. The City pays both the employee and employer share for Classic members. Employees hired after January 1, 2013 who have never been a CalPERS member, or is a member of a reciprocal retirement system but has a break in service longer than six months will be enrolled in the 2% @ 62 CalPERS retirement benefit formula. Employees contribute half of the normal benefit cost for this retirement benefit.Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance: The City of Diamond Bar pays for employee coverage for dental and vision insurance and dependent coverage is available. Employees receive a benefit allotment of $1,750 per month for employee and dependents' health insurance coverage. Dental and vision benefits for dependents may be taken from the benefit allotment.Life Insurance: The City of Diamond Bar provides a $75,000 term life insurance policy. Employees may purchase additional insurance coverage at group rates.Deferred Compensation: Employees are eligible for participation in the deferred compensation programs offered through MissionSquare.Flexible Spending Accounts: Employees are eligible to participate in IRS Code Section 125 Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account programs, thereby lowering their tax liability.Personal Computer Loan Program: Employees are eligible to receive an interest free loan up to $2,500 for the purchase of a personal computer.Employee Assistance Program: Employee Assistance Program is available at no cost.Short-Term/Long-Term Disability: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability benefits are provided at no cost.
01
Do you possess a valid driver's license?
YesNo
02
Please indicate the highest level of education that you have completed.
Less than High School/GEDHigh School Diploma/GEDSome College (60-90 units)Some College (90-120 units)Associate's DegreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's Degree of Higher
03
How many years of govermental accounting experience do you have?
None1-2 Years3-4 YearsMore than 4 Years
04
How many years of supervisory experience do you have?
NoneLess than 1 Year1 - 2 YearsMore than 2 Years
05
Do you have experience with Tyler Munis?
YesNo
06
Do you have experience with OpenGov?
YesNo
07
Please explain your experience, in detail, with capital asset analysis and booking depreciation for the year-end financial statements.
08
Please explain your experience, in detail, preparing for the year-end financial audit.
Required Question
$90,388.03 - $121,128.60 Annually
Location :
Diamond Bar, CA
Job Type:
Full-time
Remote Employment:
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number:
2024-0015
Department:
Finance
Opening Date:
09/10/2024
Closing Date:
10/6/2024 12:00 AM Pacific
The Position
The City of Diamond Bar is looking for a finance professional who is technologically savvy to join its team as its next Finance Supervisor! Are you highly motivated, detail-oriented, and interested in developing and streamlining business processes? This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of the Finance Department in a financially stable City.
The Finance Supervisor, under general direction, performs advanced general ledger maintenance and accounting tasks, including planning, organizing, and auditing the City's accounting and financial transactions; and performs other related duties as required.Examples of Essential Job Duties
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this position.
1. Under the direction of the Finance Director plans, organizes, and oversees the functions of general accounting, auditing, cash management, revenue collection, financial data processing, budgeting, and purchasing.
2. Participates in all accounting tasks associated with maintenance of the City's financial record keeping, reporting, and control system including maintenance of the City's fixed asset module and capital improvement projects ledger.
3. Performs complex analyses required for GASB 87 (Leases) and GASB 96 (Subscription Based Software) reporting;
4. Reviews departmental expenditures and encumbrances for accuracy and conformance with budgeted amounts and coding.
5. Prepares journal entries and processes fund transfers.
6. Participates/manages the preparation of the City annual budget.
7. Prepares books for year-end closing and assists in the preparation for annual audits, year end closing reports and other financial reports.
8. Prepare and analyze financial reports and statements; notify departments when there are discrepancies; monitor cash balances in all funds; recommend adjustments as appropriate.
9. Assist in preparation of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, State Controller's Report and other financial reports;
10. Explains accounting standards and procedures to accounting support staff; organizes tasks and checks work for completeness and accuracy; participates in performance evaluation, as needed.
11. Act as lead on computerized accounting system revisions, upgrades and conversions
12. Conducts special accounting and financial studies and prepares related reports.
13. Monitors and assists departments with grant funding requirements, including funding requisitions.
14. Monitors other financial management activities of the City, including general ledger, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, treasury functions.
15. Coordinates assigned activities with other departments and outside agencies, and performs related duties as required.
16. Review and prepare as necessary all financial transactions and financial reporting in compliance with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB)/Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
17. May assist in supervision of staff and/or assign and monitor the completion of assignments and projects; may assist in evaluation of personnel.
18. May serve as backup to accounting support personnel, as needed.
19. Perform other duties as assigned.Qualification Guidelines
Knowledge of:Principles, practices, terminology and forms used in governmental accounting and auditing work; principles of budgeting, posting, and ledger work, reconciliations, double-entry bookkeeping; State and federal laws, regulations, and governmental accounting standards; City Municipal Code and ordinances, City policies and procedures related to accounting fees, charges, and practices; standard office methods, practices, and procedures; computerized accounting and recordkeeping systems and related software applications for performing required duties; basic cost control and auditing procedures and practices.
Ability to:Conduct complex accounting and financial analyses in order to detect errors, monitor trends, and prepare reports; operate computer hardware and related office equipment and use specialized spreadsheet, database and word processing software applications; apply, and explain applicable laws, the Diamond Bar Municipal Code and City policies and procedures; prepare accurate departmental reports; perform duties in a timely manner and meet deadlines; make mathematical calculations with speed and accuracy; communicate effectively orally and in writing; establish and maintain cooperative relationships; provide technical direction to accounting support staff related to accounting methods and procedures; attend City Council and/or other meetings and maintain confidentiality.
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
Experience:
Four years of increasingly responsible experience in governmental accounting and one year of lead or supervisory experience preferably in a municipal organization. Experience with Tyler Munis and/or OpenGov is highly desired.Selection Process
Candidates whose education, experience and/or training appear to be best qualified will be invited to participate in an Oral (virtual) Interview: 100%.
The top candidate(s) will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check, verification of work experience, and submit an official copy of educational transcripts verifying obtained degrees or certificates as indicated on the employment application. The selected candidate will be required to successfully pass a medical examination after a conditional job offer is made.
The City of Diamond Bar offers an outstanding benefits package. The key components are listed below.
Accrued Leave: Accrual of eighty (80) hours of vacation (first day of employment through year five), accrual of eighty (80) hours sick leave, eleven (11) designated holidays and eighteen (18) floating holiday hours and twenty-seven (27) hours of administrative leave.9/80 Work Schedule: Full-time City staff participate in a 9/80 work schedule program.Retirement: Employees hired after January 1, 2013 who are existing CalPERS members or a member of an agency with reciprocity with the City of Diamond Bar will be enrolled in the 2% @ 55 retirement benefit formula. The City pays both the employee and employer share for Classic members. Employees hired after January 1, 2013 who have never been a CalPERS member, or is a member of a reciprocal retirement system but has a break in service longer than six months will be enrolled in the 2% @ 62 CalPERS retirement benefit formula. Employees contribute half of the normal benefit cost for this retirement benefit.Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance: The City of Diamond Bar pays for employee coverage for dental and vision insurance and dependent coverage is available. Employees receive a benefit allotment of $1,750 per month for employee and dependents' health insurance coverage. Dental and vision benefits for dependents may be taken from the benefit allotment.Life Insurance: The City of Diamond Bar provides a $75,000 term life insurance policy. Employees may purchase additional insurance coverage at group rates.Deferred Compensation: Employees are eligible for participation in the deferred compensation programs offered through MissionSquare.Flexible Spending Accounts: Employees are eligible to participate in IRS Code Section 125 Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account programs, thereby lowering their tax liability.Personal Computer Loan Program: Employees are eligible to receive an interest free loan up to $2,500 for the purchase of a personal computer.Employee Assistance Program: Employee Assistance Program is available at no cost.Short-Term/Long-Term Disability: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability benefits are provided at no cost.
01
Do you possess a valid driver's license?
YesNo
02
Please indicate the highest level of education that you have completed.
Less than High School/GEDHigh School Diploma/GEDSome College (60-90 units)Some College (90-120 units)Associate's DegreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's Degree of Higher
03
How many years of govermental accounting experience do you have?
None1-2 Years3-4 YearsMore than 4 Years
04
How many years of supervisory experience do you have?
NoneLess than 1 Year1 - 2 YearsMore than 2 Years
05
Do you have experience with Tyler Munis?
YesNo
06
Do you have experience with OpenGov?
YesNo
07
Please explain your experience, in detail, with capital asset analysis and booking depreciation for the year-end financial statements.
08
Please explain your experience, in detail, preparing for the year-end financial audit.
Required Question