Salary:
$64,000.00 per year
How to Apply:
Applications are submitted online until the position is filled and/or the posting is closed. After reviewing this job announcement, please click on the link at the bottom of the page to apply online. A resume is required with the application. Further instructions on submission of documents are available in the online application. A resume may not be substituted for an application.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business, or Business Administration AND five (5) years of office experience using accounting software and applying math and fiscal skills, to include one (1) year of supervisory experience, or
- An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience is acceptable.
It is the policy of Allegheny County that in order to receive a final offer of employment, candidates must successfully pass a background check, which includes verification of Allegheny County Real Estate Tax status.
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Financial Manager, the Accounting Supervisor manages the accounting section and monitors all financial transactions in the Department of Court Records, Civil/Family Division and Wills/Orphans’ Court Division, involving the general ledger, balancing and reconciling bank accounts, escheating funds, and the daily operations of the financial matters in these Divisions. The Accounting Supervisor also ensures compliance with State and Local regulations and restrictions.
Overview:
Duties:
- Supervises the operations of the accounting sections of the Civil/Family and Wills/Orphans’ Court Divisions.
- Manages a computer accounting software package and prepares financial reports and other specialized reports as requested.
- Manages the financial portion of a case management computer operating system and prepares financial reports and other specialized reports as requested.
- Assists in the development and implementation of updates in accounting procedures.
- Performs monthly bank reconciliation of bank accounts.
- Monitors the internal controls for quality assurance.
- Assists auditors by providing needed data and responding to inquiries.
- Compiles data for vouchers to be prepared for reimbursements from the General Fund.
- Prepares reports for collections for deposits to the General Fund.
- Performs other related duties as required or requested.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Principles and practices of employee supervision
- Accounting software packages including journal entries, bank reconciliations, check preparation and printing, closing entries, and appropriate adjusting journal entries
- General office equipment
Skill in:
- Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and Access.
Ability to:
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, co-workers, supervisors, and the public
- Maintain accurate and concise accounting records
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Work independently utilizing critical thinking skills
- Lift and carry up to 20 pounds
Residency:
Allegheny County within 1 year.
Veterans' Preference:
Will be awarded to eligible candidates.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - M/F/V/D