Assistant Director of Finance

The Assistant Director of Finance provides leadership and oversight of the districts accounting operations financial controls and risk management functions to ensure the accuracy and security of financial operations. The role manages staff administers systems develops annual tax levy and supports long term planning and audit activities.

What Youll Do

• Lead and supervise accounting staff responsible for accounts payable accounts receivable payroll and account reconciliations providing guidance coaching and performance management.
• Develop administer and monitor the annual tax levy in while ensuring compliance.
• Oversee property and liability insurance and risk management activities.
• Establish maintain and monitor internal financial controls including system security period opening and closing processes and safeguarding of financial data.
• Serve as the districts financial system administrator ensuring the accurate and effective operation of accounting and financial software.
• Maintain and update the Accounting Manual financial procedures and general ledger chart of accounts.
• Provide leadership and training on financial systems policies and process improvements.
• Support budgeting cash management debt administration audits and long-range financial planning in collaboration with the Director of Finance.
• Monitor fund balances and related policies to ensure alignment with best practices and organizational goals.
• Foster a safe collaborative and service-oriented work environment that supports staff and exceeds expectations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What Youll Need

• Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of hire.
• Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Business Administration or related field; more than 7 years of related experience with 5 or more years of supervisory experience; or equivalent combination of education training and experience.
• Valid Drivers License in good standing.
• Certified Public Accountant or Certified Public Finance Officer preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office spreadsheet software packages and database software.
• Experience with BS&A or other Enterprise Resource Planning systems and Lightspeed.
• Demonstrated success in establishing and maintaining productive working relationships.
• Strong communication skills both verbally and in writing.
• Strong organizational skills to maintain accurate records and data.

Why Join Us

• Contribute to a team and watch as your work plays a direct role in shaping the processes and procedures of the districts operations.
• Develop your skills within and lead a highly awarded finance team.
• Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting (COA) Award Program Received over 30 times
• Distinguished Budget Presentation Award Program Received 3 times
• Popular Annual Financial Reporting Award Program Received 3 times

Schedule Pay & Benefits

• Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 am 4:30 pm.
• Starting salary: $per year.
• We offer an outstanding and affordable benefit package including vacation holiday and sick time as well as medical pension program and more. To find out more visit our website.

Work Setting

• Based out of the headquarters facility in Wheaton IL. May require visits to various Forest Preserve locations and work sites throughout DuPage County.

Apply Today

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Additional information about the position and job duties can be found in the attached job description or on our website.

The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is an equal opportunity employer.

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