Application and resume review will begin as soon as possible with scheduled interviews to follow.
Salary starts at $112,143.00. Rate of pay depends upon qualifications. Job DescriptionJOB SUMMARYThe Director - Accounting manages the personnel and financial resources of the general accounting and property accounting functions ensuring the overall accuracy of the San Antonio Water System’s (SAWS) financial books and records. The Director - Accounting ensures the overall accuracy of the financial books and records through the timely closing of the general ledger and the prompt reconciliation of all balances supporting these books and records. The Director - Accounting oversees the completion of the financial statements and management reports that accurately reflect SAWS’ financial position and the results of its operations in accordance with accounting and governmental standards.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- Manages the month-end general ledger closing process to ensure the accuracy of financial data and the adherence to reporting deadlines.
- Selects, supervises, trains, develops, and evaluates assigned staff.
- Supervises and ensures the timely review and reconciliation of general ledger accounts; assists staff with researching discrepancies and resolving open items.
- Investigates financial variances, performs routine accounting analyses and prepares reports of findings and recommendations for management review.
- Maintains the general ledger accounting code structure and ensures appropriate application of all relevant accounting practices and procedures in compliance with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) using Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Researches existing GASB accounting pronouncements to ensure the proper accounting treatment of any new or unusual financial transaction.
- Researches new GASB accounting pronouncements and the impact of these pronouncements on the financial statements.
- Develops, recommends, implements and maintains accounting policies and procedures. Ensures internal controls, reliability, and completeness of accounting records and the appropriate application of all relevant accounting practices and procedures.
- Maintains overall responsibility for ensuring that any changes made to the financial accounting systems are adequately tested and communicated so that such systems continue to accurately process and report the financial activities of the System and do not impact the overall efficiency of the System.
- Assists with the preparation and coordination of the external audit process by providing all requested information, documents and records in a timely manner; responds to inquiries from the external auditors.
- Develops and presents financial presentations and various accounting analysis to internal and external customers, including the Board of Trustees.
- Provides accurate and timely financial information to internal and external customers required to make decisions related to operations.
- Forecasts, allocates and monitors the human, physical and financial resources for the assigned areas.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
DECISION MAKING- This position receives limited supervision; reports to the Senior Director of Financial Services/Controller.
- Supervises assigned staff.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or related field.
- Licensed as a Certified Public Accountant.
- Eight years’ experience in accounting administration and financial reporting, including five years’ supervisory experience in the accounting field.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or related field.
- Previous experience with financial analysis.
- Experience in Public Accounting.
JOB DIMENSIONS- Knowledge of professional standards including governmental accounting and financial reporting standards, generally accepted accounting principles and generally accepted auditing standards.
- Skill in using Microsoft Office software, including Word and Excel.
- Skill in analyzing, interpreting and reporting complex financial data, and providing recommendations.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers, consultants, vendors, and local public agencies.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Ability to develop and assess the effectiveness of internal controls.
- Ability to thoroughly understand complex data interfaces between various financial systems and identify changes to improve the accuracy and effectiveness of those interfaces, as necessary.
- Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries and concerns.
- Ability to manage aggressive deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to exhibit high standards of business and personal ethical conduct, leadership, teamwork, positive attitude, initiative and problem-solving skills.
- Assists with the timely and accurate reporting of the financial position and the results of operations for a consolidated entity with $862 million in annual revenues, $9.5 billion in assets, and an annual construction budget in excess of $500 million.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONSWorking conditions are primarily in an office environment. Requires visual acuity, speech, hearing, and manual dexterity necessary to operate basic office equipment.
May be required to work hours other than regular schedule such as nights and weekends.
San Antonio Water System values the contributions of all its employees, providing them the best in compensation and benefits. The benefits package is designed to attract and retain a workforce of qualified employees who share a responsibility in providing quality water to 1 million consumers.
From an affordable medical and dental plan to life-sustaining retirement and insurance plans, we offer benefits that reward employees for their commitment to a challenging career at SAWS. Employee benefits include the following:
- Competitive, market-based salaries
- Performance-based incentives
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Life insurance
- Prescription drug program
- Vision care plan
- Two retirement plans
- Deferred compensation plans (457 plan)
- Disability income
- Paid leave (vacation, sick, personal)
- Education assistance program
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible, tax-deferred health and dependent care spending accounts
- Wellness programs
- On-Site Fitness Facilities
- Community service opportunities
Closing Date/Time: 7/7/2024 11:59 PM Central
