GENERAL SUMMARY:
Supervises, assigns, reviews and participates in the work of a team of accountants whose scope of responsibilities include accounts receivable, cash, investment, inventory, general ledger accounting activities and month-end and year-end accounting closing procedures. Monitors and ensures that accounting records are maintained in compliance with accounting policies, procedures and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Assists the Financial Reporting Manager with day-to-day responsibilities and acts as back up for the manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Plans, prioritizes, assigns, supervises and reviews the work of assigned staff; participates in the selection of section staff; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline procedures in accordance with established policies, procedures and guidelines. Provides performance review for supervised employees.
2. Supervises the daily operations of assigned staff to ensure timely and accurate completion of section responsibilities. Oversees and monitors daily activities of the accounts receivable functions; ensures timely and accurate processing of cash, and investment transactions; ensures that sub-system transactions are interfaced with general ledger and sub-system ledgers reconcile/balance to the general ledger; oversees the proper maintenance of the General Ledger chart of accounts, and report writers; reviews business processes for areas of responsibility, works on improving the processes and monitors the implementation of improved or new business processes; for area of supervision, interprets financial transactions and ensures recording of them is compliant with GAAP.
3. Plans and coordinates month-end and year-end accounting closing procedures. Monitors timely and accurate completion of month-end and year-end accounting closing procedures of assigned staff. Ensures that accruals and other journal entries are completed timely and accurately and period end accounts receivable, cash, investment, and inventory transactions are processed with appropriate cut-off. Reviews revenue and expense trending reports, explains variances or fluctuations. Reviews general ledger reports such as trial balance, income statements and balance sheets. Closes the books in a timely manner in order to meet internal and external reporting deadlines.
4. Reviews bank reconciliations, monthly account reconciliations, and balance sheet account analysis prepared by direct reports. Reviews accounts receivable aging reports monthly and ensures timely collection of receivables. Ensures compliance with state unclaimed property laws.
5. Reviews and ensures that accounting records for areas of responsibility are kept in accordance with accounting policy, procedures and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
6. Assists with the coordination of DARTs internal and external audits including the preparation of audit confirmations, client prepared schedules, and fluctuation analysis of revenues, expenses, assets and liabilities.
7. Coordinates system upgrades for areas of responsibility; identifies and resolves system issues; monitors and review application testing and documentations of test results during system upgrades; functions as contact person for system support for areas of responsibility; coordinates with IT staff in identifying and resolving system issues.
8. Participates in the preparation of difficult and complex financial and administrative reports; analyzes financial reports and records and determines trends or irregularities.
9. Provides backup in the absence of the Financial Reporting Manager.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Note: An equivalent combination of related education and experience may be substituted for the below stated minimums excluding High School Diploma, GED, Licenses, or Certifications.

1. Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting or related field.
2. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.
3. Five (5) years progressively responsible experience in general ledger, month-end and year-end closing, general accounting and working knowledge of ERP systems to include two (2) years supervisory experience. Familiarity with Lawson System is a plus.
4. Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Ability to research, identify and apply relevant existing and new accounting and reporting requirements to DART. Knowledge of accounting theory, principles, practices and their application to a wide variety of accounting transactions and problems.
5. Proficiency with personal computer, internet/intranet and related software applications such as MS Word, Excel, and Access.
6. Ability to be dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers. Gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services. Acts with customers in mind. Establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.
7. Ability to make good decisions (without considering how much time it takes) based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment). Most of his/her solutions and suggestions turn out to be correct and accurate when judged over time. Sought out by others for advice and solutions.
8. Ability to pick up on technical things quickly. Can learn new skills and knowledge. Is good at learning new industry, company, product, or technical knowledge. Does well in technical courses and seminars.
9. Ability to be able to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings and styles. Can get messages across that have the desired effect.
10. Ability to quickly find common ground and solve problems for the good of all. Can represent his/her own interests and yet be fair to other groups. Can solve problems with peers with a minimum of noise. Is seen as a team player and is cooperative. Easily gains trust and support of peers. Encourages collaboration. Can be candid with peers.
11. Ability to use rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions. Can see hidden problems. Is excellent at honest analysis. Looks beyond the obvious and does not stop at the first answers.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Works in an environment where there is minimum exposure to dust, noise, or temperature. May be moderately exposed to unpleasant working conditions to include dust, noise, temperature, weather, petroleum products, and chemicals while visiting DART's operating facilities, assuming incumbent is observing all policies and procedures, safety precautions and regulations, and using all protective clothing and devices provided.

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. The statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may perform other duties as assigned.

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