Job Posting End Date: June 3, 2024 at 11:59pm CST Hiring range: $92,601 to $111,113 ($44.52 to $53.42 per hour). Starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County. Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance! This includes 24 days paid of flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year. In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59pm on 06/03/2024 in order to be considered. Position Description The Anoka County Finance Department's mission is Enriching our community by providing quality services and assuring financial integrity. The department has an immediate opening for an Accounting Manager who will oversee a team responsible for Anoka County's financial operations functions. This position is responsible for overseeing various functions including Treasury, Collections, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable. The Accounting Manager works on issues of diverse scope where analysis of the situation or data requires evaluation of a variety of factors, including an understanding of current trends and extensive knowledge of financial operations, accounting, and department processes. Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve results may add to costs and impact the short-term goals of the county. The Accounting Manager has full authority on personnel decisions related to hiring, performance, or disciplinary actions. The Accounting Manager primarily focuses on administering established policies and procedures but may have some impacts on finance department budgeting, strategic planning, and procedural change. This is a full-time, exempt, hybrid position. First interviews will take place the week of June 17th, 2024, for those selected to move forward in the hiring process. The anticipated hire date will be August 2024. Pay & Benefits Salary: $92,601 to $111,113 ($44.52 to $53.42 per hour). 2024 Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 38: $92,601 to $129,604 ($44.52 to $62.31 per hour). 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays. Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at . Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center. Pension plan and other retirement investment options. Advancement/professional development opportunities. Work Location This position will work at the Anoka County Government Center, located at 2100 3rd Ave, Anoka, MN 55303. This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work, with some days working remotely and somedays working in the office. Expected work hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Job Duties and Responsibilities These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Manager, Accounting. Provide leadership, coaching, and work direction while managing activities of the financial operations team. Provide in-depth accounting support of all accounting responsibilities: accounts receivable, accounts payable, collections, and treasury operations. Coordinate, perform, and promote policies, procedures, and internal controls related to the specific operational areas. Evaluate and make improvements to financial operations processes while ensuring that practices comply with organization policies and all applicable laws and regulations. Mitigate risk through audit procedures. Interpret accounts and records to senior leadership. Advise senior leaders regarding matters, such as effective use of resources and methods. Develop comprehensive strategic plans for Anoka County's current and future operation l needs. Ensure accurate recording and recognition of all revenue and expenses. Qualifications and Requirements: Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed Requires a bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of job-related experience. In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. Successfully pass driver's license background check. Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed Degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or closely related field. Previous leadership experience. Possess a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) license. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), financial systems and county organization and operation and ability to apply that knowledge. Ability to analyze, develop and interpret rules, regulations, policies, and practices. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Physical Demands and Work Conditions Degree in Accounting, Business, Finance or related field. Previous leadership experience. Possess a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) license. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), financial systems and county organization and operation and ability to apply that knowledge. Ability to analyze, develop and interpret rules, regulations, policies and practices. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Selection Process It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Pre-employment Requirements Anoka County has determined that successfully passing a pre-employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen and DOT physical, and/or other qualifications checks may be necessary for certain positions. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the County to obtain to conduct such screenings and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position. About Anoka County As the fourth largest county in Minnesota, we depend on the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. We offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences who can come together for the single purpose of serving Anoka County's 369,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner. If your career aspirations resonate with our mission, we invite you to Find Your Path with Anoka County! Hear from other Anoka County employees . Commitment to Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employment Anoka County is committed to the principles of our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, marital status, genetic... For full info follow application link. Anoka County is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, or age except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification. It is the policy of Anoka County to make employment decisions in a manner which will further the principles of equal employment opportunity.