Accounting Manager

Linn County

Cedar Rapids, IA     Full Time

Oversees and manages the operations and the activities of the accounting functions within the Auditor’s Office.

MAIN ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

  • Ensures accurate processing and reporting of financial transactions by staff
  • Supervises staff; recommends actions related to selection, performance evaluations and discipline 
  • Oversees the accounting functions and evaluate processes and workflows for effectiveness and compliance
  • Acts as a functional subject matter expert in the administration of related accounting systems
  • Prepares various records, reports, and manuals, and conducts special projects

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university
  • 4+ years of professional level accounting experience

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Experience leading or supervising teams 
  • Strong oral and written and communication skills 
  • Collaborative mindset and positive team approach
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

SHIFT:                        

  • 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.    Monday – Friday

 

Linn County is committed to creating a Customer-Center Culture placing our internal & external customers at the center of everything we do! Why do we do this? We get that question a lot. The answer is simple: We want our customers to have a positive experience. Our co-workers are customers too. Exceptional internal customer satisfaction leads to exceptional customer satisfaction for the public!

Why work at Linn County? 

  • Competitive wages with annual pay increases & annual cost of living increase (depending on budget) 
  • Medical, dental, vision, short & long term disability insurance
  • 100% covered basic life insurance for $25,000 plus supplemental life insurance available  
  • Iowa Public Employee's Retirement Pension Plan (IPERS) 
  • Wellness program offering credit on insurance premiums to eligible employees 
  • On-site fitness centers for $15 per year 
  • 100% County paid basic life insurance 
  • 13 paid holidays per year 
  • Training & professional development opportunities