Senior Accounting Manager

Job Details: Job Location: Station 31

• Louisville, KY, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Accounting, The Senior Accounting Manager is responsible for supervising and coordinating the day-to-day accounting operations of the Department. This position performs and oversees accounts payable, accounts receivable activities, general ledger maintenance, account and bank reconciliations, purchasing and payment processes, financial recordkeeping, monthly financial close, payroll and payroll processing and related accounting functions. The Senior Accounting Manager ensures that accounting transactions are accurate, properly authorized, timely recorded, and maintained in accordance with Department policies, procedures, applicable laws and regulations, and generally accepted accounting principles. The position provides accounting support and financial information to the Controller, Fire Chief, Chiefs, Officers, and administrative staff; supervises assigned accounting personnel; assists Controller with budgeting and financial reporting; and serves as a resource for employees, vendors, auditors, and other stakeholders. This is a civilian, non-hazardous position and works under the direction of the Controller.

Benefits

• Full Family Paid Heath, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Kentucky County Employee Retirement System
• Generous vacation, sick, and personal time Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications A. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, evaluated by the Human Resources Division and approved by the Fire Chief. B. A combination of education, training, and experience may be substituted when competency in the role is demonstrated. C. Five (5) years of progressively responsible accounting experience, preferably with an organization comparable in size and complexity to AMFEMS. D. Management experience strongly preferred. E. Effective written and oral communication skills. F. Excellent administrative, organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills. G. Proficient knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures. H. Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite. I. Experience with accounts payable, general ledger, account reconciliations, payroll, financial reporting, and month-end close procedures. J. Experience assisting with or developing budgets and monitoring budget-to-actual variances. K. Ability to work effectively within a team and independently under general supervision. L. Ability to maintain confidential, accurate, and meticulous financial records. M. Willingness to work a 40-hour work week and weekends, evenings, or holidays as required. N. Members must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license prior to operating any vehicle owned by the Anchorage Middletown Fire & EMS. The license must be a full operator's license. Instructional or temporary learning permits do not meet this requirement. O. Employee must be insurable under the District’s existing vehicle and umbrella liability insurance carrier. Desirable Qualifications A. Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. B. Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), C. Seven (7) or more years of progressively responsible accounting experience. D. Prior Management experience in an accounting or finance environment. E. Prior experience working in a governmental or nonprofit organization. F. Experience with Sage Intacct or a comparable accounting system. G. Fire service or public safety organization experience is preferred.