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Marshalltown Water Works
Marshalltown, Iowa, United States
(on-site)
Posted
9 days ago
Job Type
Full-Time
Min Experience
None
Job Function
General Ledger Accountant
Description
MARSHALLTOWN WATER WORKS
FINANCE MANAGER
FINANCE MANAGER
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in finance, accounting or a related field; be designated as a Certified Public Accountant; and have at least two years of accounting experience in a governmental organization.
COMPENSATION:
Salary: $65,815 - $92,187/year,
depending on experience and qualifications
Competitive benefits package offered
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
*Serves as a member of MWW's management team, actively participating in Managers Meetings. Shares appropriate information with General Manager, other managers, and staff.
*Performs various administrative duties with specialized attention to the fact that the information, decisions, and communication involved may be sensitive or confidential.
*Works with the General Manager and Assistant General Manager to develop and maintain long-term financial plans.
*Facilitates and analyzes major public improvement project financing.
*Works with the General Manager and Assistant General Manager to develop annual operating and capital budgets.
Provides accounting guidance to other MWW departments, assisting with financial information and reporting.
*Maintains accurate financial records for the Water Works in conformance with state law and the Board approved budget; prepare and file reports for Board approval.
*Reviews accounting transactions for accuracy, performs variance analyses, and reconciles accounts as needed.
*Assist or train others in accessing information from the financial system.
*Directs the general accounting functions, including general ledger and accounts payable updates and processing.
*Coordinates with the Administrative Services Manager to carry out payroll functions.
*Prepares financial statements including balance sheets, income statements and cash flow statements.
*Direct and participate in the preparation of cost-of-service rate studies.
*Work with other MWW department managers to develop and monitor performance measures and costs of operation.
*Seeks and manages grant and loan opportunities as needed.
*Oversees the company's accounting efforts in relation to the annual audit.
*Oversees the retention of cash balances in conformance with Water Works policy.
*Participate in MWW's IT initiatives.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
*B.S. degree in finance, accounting or related field and/or equivalent relevant experience.
*Designation as a Certified Public Accountant is highly desirable.
*Two years of accounting experience in a governmental organization is preferred.
*Comprehensive understanding of principles and process of governmental accounting.
*Familiarity with State and Federal rules and regulations regarding utility business systems.
*Ability to independently initiate analyses and solve a variety of accounting and fiscal issues for both long-term and daily operational needs.
*Significant knowledge of computer hardware and software used in the utility environment, including experience with automated accounting financial and billing systems. Advanced user of Microsoft applications preferred.
*Ability to communicate verbally and in writing to the MWW General Manager, other MWW managers, the MWW Board of Trustees, and financial consultants.
*Ability to prepare and estimate budgets.
*Ability to fluidly operate a 10-key adding machine.
*Possession of a valid Iowa driver's license with a good driving record.
*Ability to maintain confidentiality of MWW confidential records.
*96% Minimum attendance.
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
*Ability to lift 40 pounds.
*Ability to remain seated for long periods of time.
*Frequently uses repetitive finger and hand movement.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
Normally inside building.
Closing Date: This position will be open until filled.
provided by The Marshalltown Times-Republican
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Job ID: 76438600
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