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Director of Financial Reporting

Employer
Community Colleges of Spokane
Location
Washington, United States
Salary
Competitive Salary
Date posted
Jan 14, 2022

Job Title: Director of Financial Reporting

Salary: $82,526.00 Annually

Job Type: Administrative

Location: District Office, 501 N Riverpoint Blvd, Spokane, Washington

Department: DIST Accounting Office

Community Colleges of Spokane (CCS) District Equity Statement 
CCS believes that access to high-quality education in a safe and inclusive environment is the right of all individuals and imperative for the continued advancement of a strong democracy and workforce. We also believe higher education institutions have an obligation to work toward and demonstrate progress in ensuring equity amongst their students, faculty, and staff. Equity is grounded in the principle of fairness. In higher education, equity refers to ensuring that each student receives what they need to be successful through the intentional design of the college experience.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.  However, since the Director of Financial Reporting Search Screening Committee will begin reviewing applications on January 28th, 2022, submissions are encouraged prior to that time.

The Community Colleges of Spokane is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual for the position of Director of Financial Reporting in the Accounting Office. 

GENERAL DEFINITION
This position, reporting to the District Director of Fiscal Services – Controller, directs and manages financial reporting and general ledger, treasury accounting, accounts payable, travel reimbursement and P-Card processing, and   accounts receivable processing for the Community Colleges of Spokane (CCS), consistent with Washington State Law, Washington Administrative Code, District policies and procedures and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and the governmental accounting standards board (GASB).

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Responsible to administer the following District Business office financial reporting functions:  Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDs), fiscal year end, internal controls, financial statement and supplementary report preparation, State of Washington ACFR audit documentation preparation, Federal single audit document preparation, ensuring reporting complies with Washington State Law, Washington Administrative Code, District policies and procedures, GAAP and GASB. *
  • Responsible for District financial management including cash management, expense payment, revenue collection and analysis of all district general ledger funds and account groups. *
  • Responsible for all district cash and treasury accounting functions ensuring those functions comply with Federal and State laws, Washington Administrative Code, District policies and procedures and generally accepted accounting principles. *
  • Serve as the primary advisor to the CCS District Director of Fiscal Services - Controller for assigned functions. *
  • Provide leadership in the delivery of financial, cash and treasury services throughout the District to departments and students. *
  • Responsible for appropriate internal controls related to invoice payment, check and electronic deposits and electronic disbursements. *
  • Responsible for internal management reporting and analysis: provide cash and treasury projections, forecasts, and financial trends to meet internal and external reporting requirements; ensure proper accounting techniques and controls are used. *
  • Supervise (train, schedule, evaluate and recommend selection and disciplinary action) exempt and classified employees. Adhere to District rules and regulations ensuring efficient operations of CCS budget and fiscal services. *
  • Responsible for ensuring assigned staff adhere to acceptable behavior and performance standards. Demonstrate that assigned staff have been informed how behavior and performance will be assessed, receive timely and accurate feedback regarding performance, and any observed performance and behavioral problems are corrected promptly. *
  • Responsible for the integrity, and compliance with GAAP, of financial and other data provided to the State Board for Community and Technical Colleges and external auditors. *
  • Oversee computerized financial systems. *
  • Attend meetings and represent CCS on State Boards and Councils. *
  • Act for CCS District Director of Fiscal Services – Controller, as requested.
  • Model professional decorum and mutual respect in all personal interactions. *
  • Complies with district policy, procedures and directives, state and federal regulations, orders and statute and collective bargaining agreements. *
  • Support and advance the CCS strategic plan, and perform other duties as assigned. *
* Indicates this is an essential duty.  

COMPETENCIES & OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or related finance field from an accredited institution. Or an equivalent mix of education and experience that demonstrates the candidate meets all competency requirements for this position.
  • Five (5) years increasingly responsible experience as a professional accountant or financial analyst, including experience with financial statement preparation. Experience to include progressively responsible accounting experience which involved the application of advanced accounting principles and theories to an accounting operation.
  • Certification as a Public Accountant (CPA), Government Financial Manager (CFGM), or Management Accountant (CMA).
  • Knowledge of State of Washington’s accounting policies and regulations; federal cost principles, principles and procedures of governmental accounting; internal auditing principles, procedures and practices; financial records and reports; recognized methods used in effecting internal control; and methods of accounting systems design.
  • Ability to extract data from ERP and other systems and use automated spreadsheets and other tools for financial accounting, reporting and analysis.
  • Ability to extract and analyze complex financial and statistical data and determine their significance. 
  • Ability to recognize and solve accounting and finance system related problems.
  • Ability to supervise employees.
  • Ability to monitor and evaluate fiscal and/or accounting activities.
  • Ability to direct the development of controls and procedures for programs and appropriations.
  • Ability to project and report on cash, revenue and expenditure trends.
  • Ability to prepare and present comprehensive reports and recommendations.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills with individuals and groups. 
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with district and campus administrators and staff.
  • A demonstrated understanding and value of the contributions that a diverse workforce can make to the success of the organization and the students we serve.
  • Acceptance of the responsibility to promote the welfare and best interests of students at all times.
  • A demonstrable understanding and acceptance of the mission, values, goals and objectives of CCS.
  • The ability to perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations and goals of the institution, and community and technical college system.
  • Demonstrated commitment to fostering and supporting a teaching, learning and working environment that honors diversity, equity and inclusion.

PREFERRED COMPETENCIES (DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS)
  • Master’s degree or higher in Accounting, Business, Public Administration or Organizational Leadership from an accredited institution.
  • Experience in a State of Washington college, university, or public agency.
  • Management experience of large and complex accounting systems.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of governmental accounting.
  • Demonstrated experience supervising a unionized workforce.
 

CONDITIONS/TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

TOTAL COMPENSATION $107,640
 Total compensation is an estimate based upon adding the following amounts together:
  • Base compensation, plus
  • Current employer-paid health and related benefit contribution rates, plus
  • Median retirement fund contributions. 
  • The actual total will vary depending upon each employee's enrollment choices.

    Person hired must be able to provide acceptable documentation of U.S. Citizenship or lawful authorization to work in the United States. This is an absolute condition of employment. An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of the District to sponsor an H1-B visa. In addition, the Community Colleges of Spokane maintains a drug-free work environment and prohibits all smoking in the college buildings and state-owned vehicles. Must be able to successfully work in and promote a multicultural work and education environment.  

    Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted.  Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. Once an applicant is chosen for an interview, they are required to complete and submit a declaration regarding sexual misconduct and investigation per state law.

    Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14 (Download PDF reader), state employees must be fully vaccinated. For anyone starting employment after October 18, 2021, your vaccine status will be verified at New Hire Intake. Please reach out to Reggie.Eans@ccs.spokane.edu if you need information on a medical accommodation or Macki.Snyder@ccs.spokane.edu if you need information on a religious exemption.

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
    • Work is performed in a normal, temperature-controlled office environment.
    • Work is sedentary in nature.
    • Frequent use of computer and exposure to terminal screens.
    • Visual focus and strain.
    • Work involves constant interruptions and requirement to answer on demand questions by phone, in person, or electronically.
    • Frequent repetitive hand/wrist motions and finger manipulation.
    • Frequent oral and auditory communication with others.

    CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
    • Contract 12-month position.  
    • Position is exempt from Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
    • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination.
    • Requires local or regional travel.  If using personal vehicle proof of driver's license and car insurance required.   
    • Criminal background check required.  
     

    REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

    To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet required competencies and submit a complete application packet, which includes the following:
    • CCS online application.
    • Cover letter addressing your qualifications as applied to the responsibilities of this position. *
    • Comprehensive resume. *
    • Names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references.*
    • College transcript(s) if applicable - unofficial/copies of transcripts are acceptable for initial application, official copies must be submitted upon acceptance of job offer.
    NOTE:  All of the above are required to ensure your consideration for this position.  The item(s) marked with an asterisk are required attachments to your application prior to submission. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact HR at CCS.recruiter@ccs.spokane.edu
     
    Community Colleges of Spokane does not discriminate in its programs, activities and employment on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, marital status, pregnancy, parental status or families with children, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, AIDS/HIV or hepatitis C, honorably discharged veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, use of trained guide dog or service animal by a person with disability, genetic information or any other legally protected category.  Please direct all inquiries regarding compliance with access, equal opportunity and/or grievances to the Chief Administration Officer, Community Colleges of Spokane, 501 N. Riverpoint Blvd., PO Box 6000, MS 1004, Spokane WA 99217-6000 or call 509-434-5037; WA Telecommunication Relay Services (TRS) 1-800-833-6384 or 7-1-1.
     
    Native Land Acknowledgement
    We are honored to acknowledge that the Community Colleges of Spokane, and our main campuses for Spokane Falls and Spokane Community College, are located on the traditional and sacred homelands of the Spokane Tribe. We also provide services in a region that includes the traditional and sacred homelands of the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation and the Kalispel Tribe. The CCS Pullman Center operates on the WSU campus and is located on the ancestral homelands of the Palus people and on the ceded lands of the Nimíipuu (Nez Perce) Tribe.

    We pay our respect to tribal elders both past and present as well as to all indigenous people today. This land holds their cultural DNA and we are honored and grateful to be here on their traditional lands. We give thanks to the legacy of the original people and their descendants and pledge to honor their stewardship and values.

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