The City of Chickasha is seeking a qualified municipal Comptroller to ensure the integrity, efficiency, and transparency of municipal funds in our financial operations. This is a key support role responsible for financial reporting, internal controls, financial analysis, and budgeting. The ideal candidate will bring experience in government budgeting, a deep understanding of municipal finance, and a commitment to serving the public interest.
The Comptroller must have solid communication, technology, analytical and supervisory skills. The Comptroller is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the City’s financial accounting and general ledger reporting in accordance with Modified Cash Basis of Accounting and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB).
This position is supervised directly by the Finance Director and exercises direct supervision of the Accounting Technician, and indirect supervision of the Accounts Payable Clerk and other Finance Department employees.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
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Oversee and review the general ledger and financial statements preparation for accuracy and completeness. Ensure timely completion of the month and fiscal year end closing.
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Supervise and coordinate the reconciliation of the City’s financial and general ledger accounts. Ensure all financial accounting requirements follow Modified Cash Basis of Accounting and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB).
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Will be expected to prepare Journal Entries, including Year End Adjusting Entries and Schedules.
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Assists Finance Director with annual budget preparation.
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Analyzes accounting and budget reports in order to evaluate budget related fiscal data, identify trends and problem areas.
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Prepare Financial Reports for Tax Increment Financing Districts.
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Coordinate with Consulting Services as needed, including preparation and publication of Annual Financial Report.
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Respond to internal and external audit inquiries.
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Develop and maintain policies and procedures for financial accounting and general ledger accounting processes and internal controls.
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Manage and coordinate special projects to identify and correct financial and accounting issues. Implement current and new accounting policies and procedures as needed.
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Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
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Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or Public Administration or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Experience in government budgeting and municipal finance preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
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Extensive knowledge of municipal governmental accounting
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Extensive knowledge of Modified Cash Basis of Accounting and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB).
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Advanced analytical skills and attention to detail.
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Proficient skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
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Extensive skills with preparing and analyzing financial statements and reports.
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Proficient in accounting and general ledger systems preferably Incode.
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Ability to communicate in presentation and writing.
Physical requirements:
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Work is typically indoors, subject to sitting, standing, walking, or using a telephone for extended periods of time;
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Subject to abnormal daily stress;
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Regular attendance at work is required;
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Subject to exposure to light and glare from a computer terminal;
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Subject to noise of a copying machine, ten-key, telephone or computer;
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Subject to working in a confined area in close proximity to others, with frequent interruptions;
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Vision required to read and review written correspondence, reports, statistical and technical data, and computer screen, etc.;
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Hearing and speech required to communicate clearly and distinctly in English, by telephone and in person within the confinement of a semi-noisy environment.
This is a full-time exempt position with a schedule of Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm. Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision; employer contributions to a retirement plan; paid holidays and accrued paid time off.
