Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex (BJCC) · 1 day ago
Assistant Director of Finance
Birmingham, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expBirmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex (BJCC) is a premier entertainment destination in Birmingham, Alabama. The Assistant Director of Finance is responsible for supporting accounting principles, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with GAAP while overseeing various financial functions.
ConcertsEventsRental Property
Responsibilities
Responsible for general ledger account reconciliations and necessary adjustment
Responsible for month-end and year-end general ledger closing and review of working papers prepared by other accountants in the department
Responsible for event settlement functions related to ticket reports and event charges
Assist with preparing annual plan, projections and budget
Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Responsible for recording long-term debt transactions and reconciliation of debt service investment accounts
Responsible for preparing and reviewing monthly financial reports submitted to Director of Finance before the Board’s regular meeting
Assist with implementing and management of the new accounting software system
Assist with ensuring compliance with organization’s policies and applicable laws. Ensure all organizational policies and guidelines are adhered to and administered correctly
Responsible for preparing work papers and schedules for annual financial statement audit
Responsible for demonstrating the organization’s core values and using performance management principles to continuously improve the department and organization’s effectiveness, efficiency, services. This includes but is not limited to participating in improvement teams, recommending and implementing improvement ideas, and participating in training and other activities to keep current on processes, information, etc
Champion and ensure the administration of safe work practices and operations
Maintain and protect sensitive and confidential financial information
Perform all work safely in accordance with established safety policies and procedures
Performs other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Minimum of ten (10) years related knowledge, experience, and skills in accounting and finance experience in a governmental agency, public employer, or other municipality is required with a preferred minimum three (3) years supervisory experience
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with emphasis in accounting, finance, business management, public administration or a related field
Valid State Driver License
Due to the significant fiduciary responsibilities of this position, the offer will be contingent on an additional satisfactory credit check
Demonstrates excellent time management and organizational skills with an attention to details
Ability to work ethically and maintain confidentiality
Exceptional understanding of applicable bid laws and Alabama Ethic laws ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal laws
Ability to act within established accounting principles and best practices with the BJCC best interest
Must possess superb verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly speak and write Business English
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationship with vendors and the public
Ability to build effective relationships, both internally and externally, by representing BJCC in a professional manner in all endeavors
Ability to apply accounting principles to the maintenance of complex fiscal and accounting records
Knowledge of budgeting procedures including forecasting and monitoring
Must have excellent computer skills to include Microsoft Office and using spreadsheets and accounting software
Knowledge of principles and best practice of modern finance and accounting principles in a public organization
Ability to strategically and critically think, use good judgment, problem solve, plan and coordinate programs
Must have the ability to manage finances for capital improvement projects, bond indentures, and actively engage and make recommendations as part of the group strategic planning process
Must have knowledge of procurement policies and procedures consistent with state Bid Laws
Knowledgeable of risk management and governmental regulations governing accounting practices, to include, Network Security, credit card standards, etc
Knowledgeable of tools for financial forecasting
Must have the ability to calculate figures and amounts, event settlement costs, rental fees, discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, etc.. Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Must have an aptitude for performing numerical analysis of data and formulate conclusions and/or solutions
Ability to use logic to define a problem collect information establish facts draw valid conclusions interpret information and deal with abstract variables for unique or unfamiliar situations
Ability to create, analyze and interpret financial statements, reports and documents
Exceptional leadership skills and strategic decision-making skills
Ability to think creatively and practically to develop execute and implement business strategies
The ability to communicate complex financial concepts and expectations in a clear manner that drives results
Maintains peak performance levels under pressure and in a dynamic work environment
Preferred
Industry certification(s) and accreditation strongly preferred: Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Prior auditing experience is a plus
Company
Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex (BJCC)
The Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex (BJCC) is Alabama’s premier sports, convention, and entertainment destination.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
Business Journals
2024-05-23
Business Journals
2022-10-24
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