Ross Valley Sanitary District invites applications for the position of
FINANCE OFFICER
$13,470.56 - $17,192.23 per month
Plus an excellent benefits package
The Finance Officer reports directly to the Assistant General Manager and supervises two accountants responsible for accounts payable/ receivable and payroll. The Finance Officer manages the financial, accounting, and budgetary functions of the District. This position functions with a high degree of independence to provide a broad range of highly responsible fiscally administrative and analytical services to the District requiring the ability to coordinate multiple and concurrent activities independently while exercising discretion for confidential matters.
Sample Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform and oversee a broad range of financial responsibilities, analysis, accounting, and financial system functions; track and manage projects, programs, and budgets.
- Prepare the annual budget, including coordination of the capital improvement budget; provide financial forecasting and planning; track the adopted budget and prepare periodic budget reviews.
- Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, mid-year, and year-end financial reports, fiscal forecasts, and accompanying notes; conduct corresponding accounting procedures, and other accounting processes and activities as necessary to fulfill the fiscal operations of the District.
- Compile and prepare financial statements, general and subsidiary ledgers, supporting schedules, and other financial and statistical reports, including preparation of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and serve as the lead in assembling financial documents used in the preparation and submittal of the State Controller’s reports.
- Research and resolve technical questions and provide interpretations of County, State, Federal, GAAP, GASB, government circulars, and other regulatory or legislative requirements regarding accounting processes, fiscal controls, reporting, and the maintenance of District financial records for compliance.
- Understand, interpret, and explain GASB 68 (pension) & GASB 75 (OPEB) reports; use available specialized software to calculate pension and OPEB valuations and projections.
- Manage refinancing opportunities for existing bond issuances including working with bond counsel, financial advisers and others.
- Manage the District’s investment portfolio; ensure that investments meet the District’s policy guidelines, and that adequate cash flow is available to meet obligations; prepare periodic reports regarding investments to the Board of Directors.
- Work with a rate consultant to analyze fee schedules and rates; prepare documentation for annual and special fee hearings including staff report, schedules, and supporting documentation; research changes in legislation related to fees and rate schedules; and track actual costs associated with the development of fee and rate schedules.
- Oversee the administration of payroll, CalPERS retirement, leaves, and workers’ compensation benefits.
- Oversee accounts receivable and payable, requisitions and purchase orders.
- Oversee general ledgers, adjusting entries, various schedules, daily cash management, and bank and fund reconciliations.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Include:
- Principles, methods, terminology, and practices of public agency accounting, budget preparation, and financial record keeping and analysis.
- Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), auditing, internal controls, and reporting requirements; Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) proclamations and applicable circulars.
- Principles, practices, and methodology of research and analysis for fiscal and accounting operations.
- Federal and state regulations governing financial management of special districts.
- Principles and practices of technical and functional supervision.
- Ability to analyze a variety of data, synthesize related material and issues, prepare schedules and reports that clearly communicate process and conclusions, and make rational recommendations based on the data accumulated and the particular situation at hand.
- English language, vocabulary, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; letter and report preparation.
- Present reports and data to Board of Directors, community members, government agencies, and other entities.
- Organize, assign and review the work of staff engaged in accounting and financial duties.
- Expert in use of Microsoft Office Suite and financial software.
Interpersonal Skills
- Collaborative problem identification and solution development.
- Communication that maintains productive working relationships and facilitates a useful exchange of information.
- Maintain productive working relationships with District staff and representatives of external agencies.
Minimum Qualifications
Education, Training, and Experience
Any combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess the equivalent of:
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college with major course work in accounting, finance, public administration, or a closely related field.
- Five years of increasingly responsible accounting and financial analysis experience, preferably in a public agency.
Licensing, Certification, and Registration
Possession of the following licensures, certifications, and/or registrations:
- California Certified Public Accountant (CPA) from the California Board of Accountancy; or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) from the Chartered Financial Analyst Institute; or Certified Public Financial Officer (CPFO) from the Government Financial Analyst Association is desired.
- Must possess a valid California Driver’s License Class “C”, have a satisfactory driving record, and continue to meet District’s insurance company’s driving standards.