The City of Richmond Department of Finance is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Controller. This position requires experience with large complex financial structure and statements (multi-billion dollar per year appropriation) and the implementation of governmental financial systems. The individual will be responsible for meeting with department management to discuss operational and financial concerns This position is Unclassified and serves at the will of the appointing authority.

Duties include but are not limited to

Planning, organizing, implementing and directing the financial accounting & reporting activities of the City.
Managing financial cost analysis, implementing and maintaining of sound internal controls per fiscal policies and procedures.
Ensuring fiscal records are reconciled monthly, and coordinating with internal/external auditors.
Directing the preparation of regular and special financial reports, including the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and the A-133 Single Audit Report.
Supervising staff including selecting or recommending selection, training, assigning and evaluating work, counseling, disciplining, and terminating or recommending termination.

Qualifications, Special Certifications and Licenses

Considerable knowledge in GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), Data analyst and forecasting, auditing practices, planning and developing budgets, financial reporting, governmental accounting and auditing practices, procedures and standards.
Demonstrated skills in analyzing and interpreting fiscal and accounting data, producing effective budgets, communicating and presenting information to city leaders and departmental managers, establishing and maintaining effective relationships with co-workers and the public, managing functions in areas of responsibility, overseeing the preparation of statements and reports and solving complex problems.
Demonstrated ability in accountability, adaptability, fiscal responsibility, and professional judgment, oral and written communication as well as the ability to present information to a variety of audiences and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum Training and Experience

Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, accounting or related field.
Six years of journey-level professional accounting experience.
Four years of supervisory experience; Experience working with both internal and external auditors.
An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in a related field is preferred.
Experience with not-for-profit accounting, preferably in a government environment.
Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) experience is required.
At least two years of auditing experience is a plus.
Microsoft Office Suite experience.
Certified Professional Accountant (CPA) designation is preferred.