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- THE POSITION
The Department of Housing Services/Housing Authority of Washington County is looking for a Financial Reporting and Audit Manager to join our team! This position will be part of the Finance, Budget and Accounting Division. Under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Finance, the manager will maintain the financial integrity of the Housing Authority's operations and ensure compliance with federal requirements.
The Financial Reporting and Audit Manager provides technical guidance and supervises a team of professional finance and accounting staff. The position prepares the Housing Authority's financial statements and manages the associated audits. The position is also responsible for overseeing the financial operations, financial reporting and audits for several development related partnerships that are separate legal entities from the Housing Authority.
This position is eligible for remote work for one - two days per week.
The ideal candidate we are looking for is:- a team leader who can manage and inspire staff to set and accomplish Housing goals at the local, state, and federal level.
- a workplace champion who values creating a safe space and collaborative teams, while promoting an environment respectful of living and working in a multicultural society.
- confident in handling a wide range of public sector financial responsibilities, including grants management, accounting, procurement, general ledger processes, and reporting on homeless and housing services.
- a change agent who can develop and implement accounting policies and procedures at the department level and communicate and train staff in proper financial protocols.
- current on GASB statements and guidance to accurately prepare financial statements and to maintain accounting procedures.
- a valid Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.
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- ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
The Financial Reporting and Audit Manager's key job duties are:
1. Supervising the Financial Reporting and Audit Team, including:
- a Financial Analyst that supports the Continuum of Care and Section 8 programs.
- a Financial Analyst that supports the Low-Rent Public Housing, Affordable Housing
and other property programs.
- a Financial Analyst that supports the Metro Affordable Housing Bond, Development
and Partnerships, and Local Fund.2. Preparing the Housing Authority's financial statements, a unit of Washington County,according to GASB and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)standards.3. Preparing the Housing Authority's HUD Financial Data Schedule.
4. Managing the Housing Authority's audits.5. Managing the preparation of financial statements for several partnerships.6. Managing the audit and tax returns for several partnerships.7. Maintaining the Housing Authority's and the Department of Housing's fund structure and
chart of accounts.
8. Establishing policies and procedures to ensure effective internal controls.
9. Collaborating closely with Washington County Finance, specifically financial statements
and audits.
10. Participating in the implementation of the County's new enterprise resource planning
system and the Housing Authority's new financial system.Financial Reporting and Audit Manager is a working title. The position is classified as a Senior Accountant. To learn more about this job classification, please click
- MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
A Bachelor's Degree in finance or accounting; AND four (4) years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience performing budgetary or financial analysis, or auditing, which includes at least one (1) year of supervisory or lead worker experience spanning responsibilities in the defined principle duties of this position classification.
Additional Licenses, Certificates, Physical Abilities and Specialty Requirements:- Passing a background check post offer is required.
Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your supplemental question responses. Please note: Answers to the supplemental questions are typically evaluated separately from your application.
- SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Washington County is committed to using a Merit-based System in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Our commitment to you:Washington County values a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration and work-life harmony. We offer job stability, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to serve and support our diverse community. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Steps of the process:- MQ Review: Human Resources will screen applications for MQs starting the week following the job posting close. Additional preferred qualifications screening may be applied prior to the interview step depending on the number of applications received.
- Subject Matter Expert Review: Your responses to the supplemental questions will be evaluated and scored by a panel of subject matter experts. Your total score for this examination will affect your placement on the eligible list (a list of candidates eligible for interviews).
- Panel Interview(s): Generally, the top six to eight candidates will be invited to participate in a panel interview.
- Conditional Offer: A successful candidate will require to successfully clear a third party background check as a pre-employment condition and a background check as a condition of employment.
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Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or e-mail: at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.
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