Controller

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Job Information

Title:

Controller

Market Range:

MR23

Approved Date:

3/8/2024 1:37:48 PM

FLSA:

Exempt

EEO Code:

PROFESSIONALS

Career Level:

M5

Career Level Description:

Management Level 5

Job Code:

100163

Job Family:

Fiscal and Business Management

Sub Family:

Accounting

Primary Purpose

Manages the accuracy and productivity of daily operations for the Finance Department, including procurement, disbursements, investments, revenues, financial reporting, and systems administration.  Under general direction of the Finance Director, works closely with Finance staff and other departments to ensure fiscal stewardship in support of County services and systems.  Ensures compliance with federal and state laws, County policies and governmental accounting best practices.  Helps establish and implement the use of data analytics and smart technology to improve business processes and increase staff efficiency.

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Plans, directs, and supervises through subordinate supervisors and direct reports accounting, cash management, accounts receivable, procurement, disbursement, and financial reporting functions.

1

20%

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Plans, directs, and supervises through subordinate supervisors processes that run through the County's ERP system, sub-ledger systems, and ancillary support systems.

2

20%

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Ensures that all activities of the department are in accordance with GAAP and that records are maintained accurately and in compliance with laws and regulations.

3

10%

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Implements and ensures policies and procedures reflect current regulations and are communicated to and implemented by subordinates and other stakeholders.

4

10%

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Develops and implements training programs utilizing recommended new process approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvement in operations.

5

10%

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Represents the department in multi-department and County-wide projects or system implementations, with a focus on compliance with financial policies, functionality, and data integrity for financial reporting.

6

10%

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Provides leadership and direction to ensure effective practices related to customer service and communication between Finance and other departments.

7

10%

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Holds periodic staff meetings. Identifies areas for improvement, changes in procedures, new developments, or changes in services.

8

10%

Position(s) may perform other duties in addition to the above as assigned by management.

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Serves on the County's eWake leadership team.

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Serves on Wake County Tax Committee

*IMPORTANT* In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.

Career Level Dimensions

Career Level:

M5

Career Level Description:

Management Level 5

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Directs multiple Divisions within a Department and/or manages a complex business oversight program with significant County-wide impact. Creates strategies for Divisions and has significant influence on overall Department budget.

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Responsible for identifying and directing implementation of changes to processes, systems or standards to enhance improvement of Department(s).

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Communicates within and outside the Department(s). Has significant influence with regard to the County or Department's practices and approaches.

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Achieves goals through Division heads and/or Directors in areas of responsibility. Serves as an extension of the Department Head by holding other teams accountable for delivery.

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Creates staffing plans for Department. Has hiring, firing, promotion and reward authority for direct reports.

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Requires advanced management and leadership knowledge to oversee diverse programs. Has master-level knowledge and skills within a specific technical or professional discipline with strong understanding of other areas within the Department or across the County.

Qualifications

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Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field

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Seven years of experience in financial management including at least three years of supervisory experience

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Equivalent education and experience are accepted

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5 Years

State or local government financial management

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CPA - Certified Public Accountant

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Certified Local Government Finance Officer

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Strong interpersonal skills, detail oriented and able to coordinate/manage multiple tasks simultaneously. 

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Strong analytical and problem solving skills. 

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Excellent organizational and management skills. 

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Excellent verbal and written communication skills and can effectively collaborate cross-functionally.

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Strong understanding of accounting procedures and US GAAP Guidelines. 

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Excellent verbal and written communication skills and demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.

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Proficient with spreadsheets and word processing software. Advanced understanding of accounting procedures.

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Strong attention to detail

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Positive attitude, good team member, treats everyone with respect

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily to perform this job successfully. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Competencies

Problem Solving

Builds a logical approach to address problems or opportunities or manage the situation at hand by drawing on one's knowledge and experience base, and calling on other references and resources as necessary.

Customer Service

Balances interests of a variety of clients, and readily readjusts priorities to respond effectively to pressing and changing demands for information, advice and assistance.  Anticipates and meets the needs of clients; achieves quality end products; and commits to continuous improvement of services.

Fiscal Accountability

Follows fiscal guidelines, regulations, principles, and standards when committing fiscal resources or processing financial transactions. Understands the organization's financial processes.  Prepares, justifies, and administers the program or project budget. Oversees procurement and contracting to achieve desired results. Monitors expenditures and uses cost-benefit thinking to set priorities. 

Relationship Building

Builds constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation, and mutual respect.

Team Leadership

Willingly cooperates and works collaboratively toward solutions that generally benefit all involved parties; works cooperatively with others to accomplish organizational objectives. Manages staff in ways that improve their ability to succeed on the job.

Coaching & Mentoring

Works to improve and reinforce performance of others. Facilitates their skill development by providing clear, behaviorally specific performance feedback, and making or eliciting specific suggestions for improvement in a manner that builds confidence and maintains self-esteem.

Integrity

Act with honesty, transparency and respect in our interactions with co-workers and those we serve. Adhere, without exception, to laws, policies, procedures and professional standards.

Accountability

Establish high-quality standards for work. Add value. Measure results and hold self and others accountable for making progress toward desired outcomes. Take a logical and data-driven approach to decision-making.

Diversity

Believe that different backgrounds and experiences strengthen the organization and produce better results. Value inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity and experience, and strive to reflect in our workforce the diversity of our community.

Collaboration

Foster a work culture in which different ideas and opinions are encouraged and expected. Listen carefully and speak thoughtfully. Work together toward shared goals with mutual respect and cooperation.

Continuous Improvement

Continuously improve work processes and products. Provide a safe environment to be innovative and creative and try new things. When things don't go as planned, use it as an opportunity to learn, regroup and begin again. Provide time and resources for individuals to grow and develop both personally and professionally.

Wellness

Take proactive steps to be physically fit and healthy, emotionally strong, financially secure and socially fulfilled, while inspiring and empowering others to do the same.

Service Orientation

Commit to making a difference within the community. Actively engage in and enjoy our work. Deliver services that exceed expectations, with courtesy, politeness and sensitivity to the experiences, concerns and feelings of all co-workers and customers.

ADA Checklist

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Standard ADA Selection:

Office Environment

Standing

X

Walking

X

Sitting

X

Lifting/Carrying 0-10 pounds

X

Lifting/Carrying 10-20 pounds

X

Lifting/Carrying 20-50 pounds

X

Lifting/Carrying 50-100 pounds

X

Pushing

X

Pulling

X

Climbing

X

Balancing

X

Stooping

X

Kneeling

X

Crouching

X

Crawling

X

Reaching

X

Handling

X

Grasping

X

Fingering

X

Feeling

X

Talking

X

Hearing

X

Visual Perception

X

Repetitive Motions

X

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

X

Memorization/Concentration

X

Learning/Knowledge Retention

X

Preparing/Analyzing Numerical Figures

X

Use of Interfaced Commmunication Devices (Phone, Computer, Radio etc.)

X

Analyzing/Examining/Testing Data

X

Emotional/Behavioral Self-Regulation

X

Interacting with Others

X

Comprehension

X

Organization

X

Decision Making

X

Comprehension

Understand complex problems and collaborate to explore alternative solutions

Organization

Organize and prioritize the work schedules of others to manage multiple tasks and/or projects

Decision Making

Make decisions that have significant impact on a department's credibility, operations and/or services

Communication

Communicate in-depth information for the purpose of interpreting and/or negotiating

Extreme cold

X

Extreme heat

X

Humid

X

Wet

X

Noise

X

Hazards

X

Temperature Change

X

Atmospheric Conditions

X

Vibration

X

Computers/Monitors

X