Description
Nestled on the Outer Banks of North Carolina, Dare County is a vibrant and welcoming community that offers a unique blend of coastal charm and modern amenities. With its stunning beaches, extensive recreational opportunities, rich history and diverse attractions, Dare County is a great place to live, work and raise a family. While the year-
round population in Dare County is just over 38,000, the population swells to 300,000 in the summer when vacationers from throughout the country come to enjoy all that the area has to offer.
Dare County offers a diverse range of unique towns and villages, each with its own distinct character. Along the Atlantic coast, pristine beaches stretch for over 100 miles,
offering everything from popular oceanfront communities north of Oregon Inlet to the charming villages of Hatteras Island. Inland, Roanoke Island, steeped in history and
surrounded by the Roanoke Sound, offers a quaint coastal village experience. The mainland portion of Dare County provides still another perspective, with quiet villages
and access to the natural inland beauty of the region and the wildlife refuge.
Dare County has a rich history dating back to the days of the Native Americans and the early European settlers. The county is home to several historical sites, including the Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, home of the infamous Lost Colony that mysteriously vanished in the late 16th century, and the Wright Brothers National Memorial, where the historic first flight happened in1903. Dare County is also home to a thriving arts scene, boasting a wide array of galleries, museums and other cultural attractions.
Dare County is a close-knit community with a strong sense of place and connection. Residents enjoy a variety of amenities, including excellent schools, healthcare facilities,
shopping and dining options. The county is also home to College of The Albemarle’s Dare Campus and the ECU Coastal Studies Institute, making it a great place for
students and lifelong learners alike. Situated along the coast of northeastern North Carolina, the area also serves as a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering unparalleled
opportunities to enjoy a variety of recreational activities that range from fishing and surfing to kayaking, paddle boarding, wildlife watching and much more.
The Assistant Chief Financial Officer position: performs difficult administrative work assisting with managing and participating in the daily operations of the department,
supervising accounting, accounts payable, fixed assets, purchasing and payroll functions; assists with budget preparation; leads audit processes and compliance filings;
assists with cashflow and liquidity modeling; serves as backup to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in their absence; maintains files and records, prepares reports, and
completes related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the general direction of the CFO. Departmental supervision is exercised over all personnel within the department. The Assistant Chief Financial Officer is an expert in governmental accounting standards and state compliance and filing requirements, including the use of federal and state restricted funds. This position is an administrator of the County’s financial system and responsible the general ledger. They serve as a technical resource to the department, designing and supervising the work that supports efficient operating processes with appropriate internal controls, providing the basis for the annual audit and compliance filings at the highest standard. (The County has received a Certificate of Achievement from the GFOA for the last 30+ years.) This position is also a resource for the Tyler Munis system for which the County is a reference site. Bachelor’s degree in related field with CPA/Master’s degree preferred. 5-7 years of experience in related field. Experience with Munis and ClearGov preferred.
Requirements
Operational & General Accounting
Supervises a staff of technical positions and establishes daily priorities for the operation of the accounting functions and activities for the department including: accounting, accounts payable, fixed assets, procurement and payroll.
Defines the work processes of the team, including daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual processes necessary to provide the finance, accounting, and reporting functions of the County.
Maintains the chart of accounts and general ledger system; reviews and/or enters journal entries and adjusts and corrections as needed.
Munis administrator, maintaining and evolving processes to ensure modules and other systems interface appropriately with the general ledger. Imports, posts, runs reports and reconciles data from other systems and financial system modules.
Partners with the CFO to maintain and evolve internal control processes, including the review of account reconciliations and supporting schedule; defines and supervises the work of the internal audit function.
Leads equipment financings for the County; from RFP, through bid evaluation, to final closing.
Interprets and enforces current fiscal policies and practices for the department; provides input on financial policy changes and financial system changes.
Communicates with and advises department heads and other departmental staff on budget, expenditure, and other issues.
Completes the preaudit function.
Monitors funds in the operating account; transfers funds as needed between various County accounts; transfers funds for debt service and other payments.
Partners with CFO to ensure appropriate liquidity and in planning investments.
Reviews financial data for accuracy of reporting; gathers and organizes data for preparation of various reports.
Financial and Compliance Reporting
A lead on the annual external audit including GAGAS Yellow Book, Federal Uniform Guidance and State Single Audit Act standards.
Composes sections of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) including the combing and governmental statements and the Schedule of Federal and State Awards.
Reviews and compiles audited financial information from component units; this may include providing guidance to the component units during their engagement (e.g., DCAA)
Completes the Annual Financial Information Report (AFIR).
Supports departments in the use of, accounting for, and reporting on restricted grants and funds. This may include the preparation and filing of grant reports.
Prepares ad hoc and routine reports to review financial transactions - revenues and expenditures, evaluate discrepancies, and support County financial forecasts and models.
Prepares other compliance filings and surveys as required.
Budget and Financial Planning
Maintains the fiscal year budget and post budget amendments in both Munis and ClearGov;
Administrator of the ClearGov Operating Budget submission; reviews all budget requests and prepares summary for manager review
Manages the underlying personnel budget and partners with the CFO, HR and manager in FTE decisions and modeling.
Reviews available funding sources and directs departments in their uses; reviews and/or creates budget amendments for approval by the Board of Commissioners.
Participates in and in preparing for committee meetings (e.g., Audit)
Other Duties
Serves on the Dare County Public Facilities Corporation Board
Assumes responsibility for all CFO activities in their absence.
Maintains appropriate credentials and training.
Performs other assigned duties.
Position Qualifications:
Thorough knowledge of governmental accounting and budgeting principles, rules, and regulations.
Thorough knowledge of accounting terminology, methods, procedures and equipment.
Thorough knowledge of principles and procedures of financial record keeping and reporting.
General knowledge of and ability to operate personal computers, associated hardware, software including word processing and spreadsheets and peripheral equipment.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
Ability to establish and follow work procedures.
Ability to post accounts and to perform mathematical computations with speed and accuracy.
Ability to understand and apply laws and established policies to the maintenance of financial records.
Ability to prepare complete and accurate reports from various accounting data.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, elected officials, attorneys, contractors, engineers, vendors, auditors, and the public.
Education, Experience and Supplemental Information:
Bachelor’s degree in related field. Master’s degree preferred.
Five to seven (5-7) years of experience in related field or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
CPA credentials with governmental accounting standards and related compliance filings preferred.
Experience with Munis and/or ClearGov preferred.
Valid driver’s license.
