Chief Accountant
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Chief Accountant
Salary
$79,622.55 - $119,433.83 Annually
Location
Employment Services, FL
Job Type
Full Time Regular
Job Number
2009-10
Department
Finance
Division
Central Accounting 0701000000
Opening Date
06/12/2025
Closing Date
6/26/2025 3:00 PM Eastern
FLSA
Exempt
Bargaining Unit
NA
Description
Benefits
Questions
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF CLASS
This is advanced professional accounting and administrative work in planning, organizing, and directing the operations for central fiscal control. Work involves supervising and participating in all general accounting activities of a department. Work includes the exercise of considerable judgment in planning, installing, revising, and maintaining accounting procedures and in preparing statements and reports. Supervision is exercised directly or through subordinate supervisors over all employees of the unit. Work assignments are received in the general form indicating desired results, and questions relating to major objectives and priority of work are discussed with the department head. Work is subject to verification by periodic audits and various internal automatic checks.
This posting will close after the receipt of the first 10 qualified applicants or two weeks (June 26 at 3 PM), whichever comes first.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Plans, organizes, directs, and participates in the work of a group of subordinate professional, sub-professional, and clerical employees engaged in maintaining general ledger and budgetary control accounts for a department.
Supervises and personally prepares regular and special fiscal and statistical statements and reports.
Directs the pre- and post-audit of purchase requisitions, receipts, and invoices for correctness, legality, and proper account classification.
Directs the preparation and maintenance of payroll records, reconciles banking transactions, and exercises control procedures over cash.
Studies, devises, and installs revisions of systems and forms to facilitate the production of information and control receipts and expenditures.
Confers with administrative personnel regarding interpreting accounting policies, procedures, and practices.
Performs research projects requiring a high degree of analytical ability, familiarity with City policy and procedures, and considerable knowledge of computer applications.
Works closely with multiple levels of the organization, including management teams, to produce the required financial deliverables and implement improvements to facilitate efficient and effective operations.
Supervises the monitoring, administering, and preparing grant programs and reporting requirements.
Plans, organizes, supervises and participates in the City's Annual Audit and the preparation of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report.
May be required to work overtime or alternate hours as necessary for the efficient operation of the department.
Position is Mission Critical.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
Performs related work as required.
QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE)
Bachelor's degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in Accounting.
Four (4) years experience in accounting and fiscal operations.
Two (2) years of general supervisory experience.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Must maintain a valid telephone number.
CPA preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
Thorough knowledge of governmental accounting principles, procedures, and processes governing the receipt, custody, and expenditure of the monies of the City.
Strong functional experience in analyzing, developing, and administrating various financial applications in Client/Server environments, including Oracle and Hyperion.
Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of City fiscal administration.
Ability to analyze and solve a wide variety of accounting and fiscal problems.
Ability to plan, organize, and supervise the work of a group of professional, sub-professional, and clerical personnel in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, other employees, City officials, and the general public.
Ability to express ideas clearly, orally, and in writing.
Thorough knowledge of Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) Standards and Statements and the ability to interpret and implement GASB Statements.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time, exerting up to ten (10) pounds of force regularly, and routine keyboard operations.
The job risks exposure to bright/dim light, dusts, and pollen.
The job requires normal visual acuity, field of vision, hearing, speaking, color perception, sense of smell, depth perception, and texture perception.
All City of Lakeland positions are subject to testing (e.g. written, oral, performance, computerized, interview, and/or any combination). Candidates selected for testing will be notified via email or telephone. Please check your e-mail and telephone messages regularly, including "junk" folders. Test times and locations to be announced.
THE CITY OF LAKELAND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/EQUAL ACCESS EMPLOYER AND A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE.
City of Lakeland
2024 Summary Sheet
Annual Leave
Annual leave is accumulated bi-weekly and based upon years of service as follows:
Annual leave may be taken as earned by employees hired after January 1, 1989. Employees hired prior to that date use annual leave within the calendar year following the year the leave is earned. All employees may carry over up to a maximum of twenty (20) days at the end of the calendar year. Regular part-time employees who work at least twenty (20) hours per week accrue annual leave at the rate of four (4) hours per month.*
Sick Leave
Sick rate is accrued biweekly based upon years of service and standard hour classification. Eligible for use as soon as earned. Regular part-time employees who work at least twenty (20) hours per week accrue sick leave at the rate of four (4) hours per month.
*NOTE: REGULAR employees with a working day other than eight (8) hours, please contact your supervisor regarding these policies.
Sick Leave Pool
Allows employees to receive sick leave benefits in cases involving catastrophic or long-term illnesses or injuries after all personal leave time has been depleted. Regular full-time employees contribute eight (8) hours and Regular part-time employees contribute four (4) hours on an annual basis. Employees must have completed one full year of service on or before December 31st of the calendar year enrollment; and have accumulated at least forty (40) hours of sick time (twenty (20) hours for Regular part-time employees). Participation in this program is voluntary.
For more information contact Amanda Kaiser at 834-8768
Family & Medical Leave
Federal legislation guarantees up to twelve (12) weeks per year off work under certain circumstances outlined in the policy manual. The employees must have been employed by the City for at least twelve (12) months and have at least 1,250 hours of service during the 12-month period before the requested leave. The City will continue its group life and health insurance for an employee on leave at the same level and under the same conditions that existed while the employee was working.
For more information contact Dawn Justice at 834-6038.
Pension Plan
Provision for retirement income requiring mandatory participation for full-time regular employees.
Defined Benefit Plan:
Plan C Employee 4.16%
Employer 15.66%
OR
Defined Contribution Plan:
Executives, New Hires aged 52 and older, and Fire/Police Recruits
Employee 8.5% or 11% per election upon hire
Employer 15.39%
Deferred Compensation 457 Plan:
A voluntary plan that is invested in mutual funds. The Employees' Pension Board performs the due diligence on the mutual funds. Employees may reallocate their account at any time.
Maximum contribution for 2025 is $23,500; employees age 50 or older can also add a "catch-up" amount of $7,500; employees age 60-63 can also add a "catch-up" amount of $11,250.
Additionally, a match of up to 5% of salary is offered by the City in Plan C.
Holidays
Twelve (12) holidays, includes one (1) personal floating holiday to be used at any time after three (3) months of employment and prior to the end of the calendar year.
Funeral Leave
Up to three (3) days off with pay due to death of an immediate family member (as defined in the policy manual). Up to four (4) hours off with pay may be obtained through supervisor approval to attend local funeral services of persons other than immediate family.
Jury/Witness Duty
Employees required to serve on jury duty will be relieved of responsibility for their regular work shift or portion thereof and receive full pay while serving. All fees received for such service may be retained by the employee. Employees subpoenaed to any civil or criminal court proceeding, which employee is not personally or monetarily interested, shall be paid as if engaged in regular work activities.
Military Leave
Allows for up to 240 hours in any one calendar year for annual military training without loss of pay or benefits for any employee in some @type of reserve status for the United States Armed Forces. (see policy manual for additional information).
Maternity Leave
Refer to Family & Medical Leave for those employees who qualify. Others may take up to three (3) months leave of absence available upon approval of the Department Head. Employees may opt to utilize any combination of paid (sick or annual leave) or unpaid leave.
Leave of Absence Without Pay
Written requests are subject to approval by Department Head and City Manager or designee for less than ninety (90) days. Requests for more than ninety (90) days also require Civil Service Board approval for employees in a Civil Service classification.
Longevity Pay
Tuition Reimbursement
Program provides employees up to $2,500 per fiscal year (October 1 through September 30) for reimbursement of tuition of approved college, university, vocational, or correspondence classes upon completion with a grade of "C" or better in credit courses only. Full reimbursement is given for courses and fees, upon approval. The program does not include reimbursement for cost of books, supplies or other related expenses.
For more information, contact Melissa Yelnick at 834-6844.
Suggestion Awards
A program designed to provide a consistent and organized method for employees to submit and be rewarded for constructive ideas for improvement. Maximum award is $1000.
For additional information, contact Employee Engagement and Development at 834-6837.
Direct Deposit of Paycheck (refer to handout in new employee folder)
An account must be established with the institution of your choice prior to signing up for direct deposit.
Uniforms/Equipment
Uniforms issued at no cost to employees for those job classifications which require them. Equipment is issued to employees at either no cost or discounted cost depending upon job classification.
Parking
Free while at work.
Break Periods
Employees may be permitted two (2), fifteen (15) minute breaks during the workday. The time shall be at the discretion of the supervisor.
For Information on Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance please contact Benefits at 834-6797.
For Information on Retirement Benefits, contact the Retirement Services Department at 834-8765 or 834-8797.
For Information on Firefighter and Police Officer Retirement Benefits, contact Foster & Foster at 239-333-4872.
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Do you have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in Accounting?
Yes
No
02
Do you have four (4) years experience in accounting and fiscal operations?
Yes
No
03
Please provide a narrative supporting your answer to the above question. Be sure to include specific job title(s), job duties, organization(s) and the dates where the work was performed. Note: The employers and dates of employment you list here must also be included in the "Work Experience" section of this job application.
04
Do you have two (2) years of general supervisory experience?
Yes
No
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Please provide a narrative supporting your answer to the above question. Be sure to include specific job title(s), job duties, organization(s) and the dates where the work was performed. Note: The employers and dates of employment you list here must also be included in the "Work Experience" section of this job application.
06
Please indicate which @type of valid driver's license you possess.
Florida driver's license
I have an out-of-state driver's license
I do not have a valid driver's license
07
Are you currently a Certified Public Accountant? (CPA)
Yes
No
08
Please indicate your level of experience working with Oracle, PeopleSoft, or Hyperion.
No experience
Some experience, but less than 1 year
At least 1 year, but less than 2 years
At least 2 years, but less than 4 years
At least 4 years, but less than 5 years
5 years or more
09
Please provide a narrative supporting your answer to the above question. Be sure to include specific job title(s), job duties, organization(s) and the dates where the work was performed. Note: The employers and dates of employment you list here must also be included in the "Work Experience" section of this job application. If no experience, please @type N/A.
10
Please indicate your level of experience in preparing financial statements in accordance with Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) guidelines and preparing budgets and capital improvement plans.
No experience
Some experience, but less than 1 year
At least 1 year, but less than 2 years
At least 2 years, but less than 4 years
At least 4 years, but less than 5 years
5 years or more
11
Please provide a narrative supporting your answer to the above question. Be sure to include specific job title(s), job duties, organization(s) and the dates where the work was performed. Note: The employers and dates of employment you list here must also be included in the "Work Experience" section of this job application. If no experience, please @type N/A.
12
Please indicate your level of experience in governmental accounting.
No experience
Some experience, but less than 1 year
At least 1 year, but less than 2 years
At least 2 years, but less than 4 years
At least 4 years, but less than 5 years
5 years or more
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Please provide a narrative supporting your answer to the above question. Be sure to include specific job title(s), job duties, organization(s) and the dates where the work was performed. Note: The employers and dates of employment you list here must also be included in the "Work Experience" section of this job application. If no experience, please @type N/A.
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By clicking "Yes" below, I understand that all relevant work experience MUST be entered in the "Work Experience" section on my application. In addition, all current City of Lakeland employees must list all previous City of Lakeland work experience in the "Work Experience" section of the application. Failure to complete the "Work Experience" section will disqualify you from the application process.
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Required Question
Employer
City of Lakeland, Civil Service
Address
500 N Lake Parker Avenue Lakeland, Florida, 33801
Phone
(863)834-8790
Website
http://www.lakelandgov.net/employmentservices
