Financial Services Administrator
Job Location:
Atlanta, GA - USA
Yearly Salary:
Posted on:
Vacancies:
Department:
Job Summary
Job Description:
The Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) is the regional planning and intergovernmental coordination agency that focuses on issues critical to the regions success including growth and development transportation water resources services for older adults workforce solutions and homeland security. ARC is dedicated to unifying the regions collective resources to prepare the metropolitan area for a prosperous future. This is done through professional planning initiatives the provision of objective information and the involvement of the community in collaborative partnerships.
The Financial Services Administrator is responsible for supporting the successful implementation of a unique multimillion-dollar limited-term project that the Atlanta Regional Commission has been engaged to manage on behalf of local addition this individual will play a key role in supporting the agencys accounting and financial reporting functions with a primary focus on grant management fiscal compliance and financial accountability. This position will help oversee daily accounting operations including maintenance and reconciliation of the general ledger preparation and review of journal entries month-end and year-end closing processes cash management accounts payable oversight and preparation of financial statements.
The Financial Services Administrator develops subject matter expertise in the agencys financial management system and ensures the integrity accuracy and reliability of financial data and reporting. This role is also responsible for coordinating and preparing the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) managing the Single Audit process and ensuring compliance with federal state and local regulations including grant and Uniform Guidance requirements.
This will be a temporary position for 12 months with a possibility for extension.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Help oversee and manage all accounting operations and financial reporting activities.
- Maintain and reconcile the general ledger and ensure accurate financial records.
- Review approve and prepare complex journal entries and account reconciliations.
- Coordinate month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Manage grant accounting reimbursement requests expenditure tracking and compliance reporting.
- Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for the ACFR and Single Audit.
- Ensure compliance with governmental accounting standards internal controls and grant requirements.
- Develop expertise in the agencys financial system and recommend process improvements.
- Assist with budgeting audit coordination and financial analysis.
- Supervise and provide guidance to accounting and finance staff.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
- Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible professional accounting or financial management experience preferably within a public sector or governmental environment.
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience managing or overseeing grant accounting financial reporting and compliance activities.
- Experience preparing or supporting the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and Single Audit process.
- Strong knowledge of governmental accounting standards financial reporting requirements and internal controls.
- Valid Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is required.
- Equivalent combinations of education training and experience that provide the required knowledge skills and abilities may be considered where permitted.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Knowledge of Cost Point Financial Software
Required Knowledge Skills Abilities and Competencies:
- Thorough knowledge of governmental accounting principles standards and practices including GASB requirements.
- Knowledge of federal and state grant regulations Uniform Guidance and Single Audit requirements.
- Proficiency in financial management systems accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong analytical organizational and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to interpret financial regulations policies and procedures and apply them effectively.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities meet deadlines and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to supervise mentor and develop staff.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.
Additional Information
About ARC:
The Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) is the regional planning and intergovernmental coordination agency that focuses on issues critical to the regions success including growth and development transportation water resources services for older adults and workforce solutions. ARC is dedicated to unifying the regions collective resources to prepare the metropolitan area for a prosperous future. This is done through professional planning initiatives the provision of objective information and the involvement of the community in collaborative partnerships.
ARC Strategic Framework
Vision ONE great REGION
Mission Statement
The Atlanta Regional Commission fosters thriving communities for all within the Atlanta region through collaborative data-informed planning and investments.
Our Goals
- Healthy safe livable communitiesin the Atlanta metro area.
- Strategic investmentsin people infrastructure mobility and preserving natural resources.
- Regional services delivered withoperational excellenceandefficiency.
- Diverse stakeholders engageand take a regional approach to solve local issues.
- A competitive economythat is inclusive innovative and resilient.
Our Core Values
Excellence A commitment to doing our best and going above and beyond in every facet of our work allowing for innovative practices and actions to be created while ensuring our agencys and our colleagues success.
Equity We represent a belief that there are some things which people should have that there are basic needs that should be fulfilled that burdens and rewards should not be spread too divergently across the community and that policy should be directed with impartiality fairness and justice towards these ends.
Integrity In our conduct communication and collaboration with each other and the regions residents we will act with consistency honesty transparency fairness and accountability within and across each of our responsibilities and functions.
Application Process:
The Atlanta Regional Commission is looking for individuals who enjoy working in a public service environment where the mission is to improve the quality of life for the citizens of the Atlanta serves as a forum where leaders come together to discuss and act on issues of regionwide consequence so it is important that our staff share the public entrepreneurial spirit that defines ARC.
As an Equal Opportunity EmployerARC does not discriminate on the basis of race color age national origin sex religion or disability.
To request a reasonable accommodation during the application interview or testing process please contact ARC at or Human Resources via email at .
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
