NEOGOV · 1 day ago
Department Manager of Accounting (Controller) - Limited Term
Hybrid; Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$149K/yr - $215K/yr
7+ years expSouthern California Association of Governments (SCAG) is seeking a hands-on leader and manager with a 'big picture' vision to fill the limited-term position of Controller during an instrumental era of transformation for the agency. The Controller will manage the Accounting Department and be responsible for external audit administration, financial reporting, payroll, tax reporting, and collaborating with the Chief Financial Officer and other divisions to streamline finance processes.
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Responsibilities
Assume management responsibility for all Accounting department services and activities: plan, direct, coordinate, and review the work plan in the Accounting department; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems; assign work activities, projects, and programs; monitor work flow; review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures
Prepare SCAG’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards, including implementation of new Accounting standards
Review and approve accounting and financial transactions including: memorandum of understanding, contracts, journal entries, accounts payable, accounts receivable, receipts, refunds, cash management functions
Manage and participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for accounting and finance programs including the General Fund and all Special Revenue Funds
Continuously monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; assess and monitor workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identify opportunities for improvement and review with the Chief Financial Officer; direct the implementation of improvements
Develop and standardize procedures, methods, and workflows to improve and continuously monitor the efficiency and workload of staff during the implementation of SCAG’s new ERP system
Monitor costs and expenses approved by the Regional Council and other expenses that can only be charged to the General Fund; monitor dues collections from member jurisdictions; assume responsibility for long-term strategy and implementation to conserve the agency's financial reserves
Access financial data and information for preparation of reports pertaining to the General Fund, Special Revenue funds, and other reports to assess fund utilization by SCAG and use of resources available to SCAG. Monitor, record and report OPEB and Pension Obligations
Serve as a liaison for Accounting with the Regional Council, other SCAG departments and divisions, and outside agencies; negotiate and resolve significant and controversial issues
Communicate directly with Federal and State administrators, contractors, subregions and other vendors to discuss and resolve problems that affect SCAG's financial interest on an ongoing basis
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
7 years of experience in government accounting
4 years of management or direct supervisory experience
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
Preferred
CPA is highly desirable
Knowledge of governmental accounting and auditing standards as prescribed by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board and the US Government Accountability Office
Experience preparing and submitting the annual ACFR
Knowledge of principles and practices of leadership
The ability to strategically plan and coordinate the work of a department
Knowledge of federal and state grant administration guidelines
Experience in budget development and administration
Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical information to all levels of staff and stakeholders
High level of attention to detail with effective problem-solving skills
The ability to identify opportunities for improvement and implement procedures to streamline processes
Benefits
Employees may choose from nine HMO and two PPO health plans administered through CalPERS. SCAG contributes the following amounts towards the monthly health premium: $850 for employee only coverage; $1500 for employee plus one dependent; $1800 for employee plus family.
Upon meeting eligibility requirements, employee is eligible to receive opt out amount of $200 per month, paid as taxable earnings.
Premiums for dental and vision are covered 100% by SCAG.
Life insurance in the amount of $150,000 is provided by SCAG.
Supplemental life insurance is available at a minimal cost to the employee.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance plans are provided by SCAG.
Employees become members of the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS).
Effective January 1, 2013, for new members of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS), the retirement formula is calculated at 2% @ 62 with a Three Year Average Formula.
In accordance with the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA), the new member will have a mandatory contribution of 7% of reportable compensation.
Employees who are current members of CalPERS or an agency with CalPERS reciprocity, or who have less than a six-month break in service between employment with SCAG or in a CalPERS (or reciprocal) agency will be enrolled in the 2% @ 55 benefit formula.
Empower deferred compensation plan is available and all non-management positions receive a 50% match, up to $1,500.
Employees do not pay Social Security.
12 weeks of paid parental leave to employees following the birth of an employee’s child or the placement of a child with an employee in connection with adoption or foster care.
Employees receive 10 designated holidays and 44 hours of Personal Floating Holidays (PFH) per fiscal year, 11 hours for each full quarter worked.
Ten to twenty days per year depending on length of service with SCAG.
Employees accrue sick leave at the rate of one day per month.
Tax-exempt savings plans are offered to pay for eligible expenses associated with healthcare, dependent care, and parking.
SCAG reimburses up to $230 per month for commute to the office via public transit via bus, rail, or train.
Employees may work a modified 9-80 work schedule, with every other Friday off.
SCAG offers a flexible work schedule to allow employees some flexibility on daily work hours.
Employees in hybrid and remote work models will receive a one-time stipend of $300 to be used for remote office setup.
All employees receive a $140 monthly technology allowance to cover phone usage for business use and to offset utilities costs while working remotely.
Educational assistance up to $5,250 per year is offered for qualified courses after one year of employment.
Professional membership reimbursement up to $300 per year for professional associations.
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NEOGOV
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