Job Title: Director of Accounting
Department/Division: Accounting /Administration
Status: Regular, Full time, Exempt Employee
Pay: Salary commensurate with qualifications
Reports to: Chief Accounting Officer
Benefits: Health Insurance, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, Spouse/Child Life Insurance, AD&D, Critical Illness, Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts (health, dependent). Retirement benefits include pension plus a matching 401(k). Paid vacation and sick leave accrual. Paid Holidays. Parking pass and Amenity pass.
Closing date: Open until filled Note: This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. Incomplete applications or applications without accompanying documents when required will not be considered.

Jekyll Island is dedicated to maintaining the delicate balance between nature and humankind through conservation, education, and preservation. Surrounded by salt marshes, expansive oceanfront, and ancient maritime forests, it is situated within the chain of the Golden Isles, and just a few miles from St. Simons Island, Sea Island and Brunswick. As a State Park, Jekyll Island is a coastal haven where nature and humans peacefully co-exist.

Job Summary:
Under general direction and utilizing broad objectives and guidelines, the Director of Accounting leads the accounting and financial operations, according to JIA and State of Georgia established policies and standards, as well as Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). This position is responsible for ensuring that all Authority funds are properly accounted for and that accurate records are kept, and reporting and documentation requirements are met. Works under defined deadlines and performs a diverse set of accounting activities including financial reporting, year-end audit preparation, and budget preparation. Responsible for management of accounting department staff members.

Job Description:

• Correctly applies various accounting theories according to GAAP, governmental accounting standards, applicable state, and federal guidelines as well as fiscal policies and procedures.
• Reviews source documents such as accounting reports, invoices, receipts, and checks to support the accuracy and completeness of accounting entries.
• Analyzes general ledger transactions and accounts for fiscal integrity as well as compliance with applicable principles, standards, guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Examines reconciliation documents to ensure logical and accurate conclusions about financial data and ensures discrepancies are identified, supported, and corrected.
• Learns and maintains comprehensive knowledge of State Accounting Office (SAO) policies and procedures. Assists with State Accounting Office initiatives as well as quarterly and year-end reporting requirements.
• Oversee and manage the general accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, purchasing and cash management.
• Responsible for overseeing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes.
• Prepares financial statements and monthly budget variance reports for management and JIA Board of Directors.
• Assists in the development of accounting policies and procedures. Assess current practices and procedures and make recommendations for improvements.
• Assists with the development and monitoring of internal controls; assists with the annual review and certification of Internal Control procedures for the State Accounting Office/State Department of Audits.
• Prepare or oversee preparation of monthly sales tax returns submitted to the Department of Revenue.
• Assists with preparation of JIA budget to provide a guide for Authority spending and capital projects.
• Oversees/performs audit of retail operations and amenities to ensure compliance with established procedures.
• Oversees financial aspects of grants received by JIA (reimbursement requests, contract requirements, appropriate expenses, etc.). Maintains comprehensive knowledge of Federal and State laws and regulations including grantor specific requirements for all grants as well as State funded bond and other projects.
• Co-Administrator of the State Purchasing Card program.
• Prepares or oversees preparation of required year end accounting schedules for State Accounting Office, State Department of Audits, and Office of Planning and Budget.
• Coordinates and assists with year-end management review/audit by the State Department of Audits.
• Oversee cash controls at special events.
• Assist with investigations regarding accounting policy violations.
• Motivates and develops staff by managing performance, setting goals, providing ongoing training, and maintaining strong employee relationships. Sets and exemplifies customer service standards for all staff.
• Participates in internal and external meetings, seminars, workshops, conferences.
• Maintains complete, accurate and readily accessible accounting files that conform to applicable policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards.
• Maintains confidentiality of all records, files, and other information.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or a closely related field from an accredited college or university. Master’s degree in one of these areas is preferred.
• CPA and/or Government Financial Manager certification is preferred.
• Minimum of five years of professional level experience in accounting and/or a closely related fiscal activity; with at least one year of it being in a supervisory role.
• 1+ years of audit related experience in private or governmental accounting preferred.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Knowledge of business operations (Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Purchase Orders, and Payroll)
• Ability to retrieve information from the accounting system, analyze, identify, and investigate discrepancies and make recommendations.
• Knowledge of the preparation process for financial statements in conformity with generally accepted auditing standards and accounting principles.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Ability to effectively communicate information, policies & procedures; must be detailed oriented, display leadership and initiative; must be self-directed and timeline driven.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
• Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with personnel at all levels.
• Must have valid driver’s license; Criminal and consumer background check required.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

• Exert up to 35 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• More than 50% of the typical workday may be spent walking, sitting, and standing.
• Between 25% and 50% of the typical workday may be spent climbing stairs, pushing, and pulling.
• Less than 25% of the typical day is spent balancing, stooping and/or crouching, kneeling, reaching, sitting and repetitive motions of the wrists, hands, or fingers.
• Sensory abilities required are feeling, grasping, and touching with more than 50% of the time spent talking and hearing.
• Visual abilities to perform tasks required of utilizing computer, analyzing data and determine the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work.
• Work is typically conducted in an office environment; exposure to extreme heat, high humidity and occasional adverse weather conditions is minimal.
• Noise levels are considered normal to office environment.

This description of job responsibilities is intended to reflect the major responsibilities and duties of the job, but is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. Applicants who complete the online application process will receive an email receipt of submission to the email address provided. If email confirmation is not received, applicant may contact Human Resources at 912-635-4086 for confirmation, however, due to the volume of applicants received, we are unable to provide information on application status after receipt.

All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Incomplete applications or applications without accompanying documents when required will not be considered. Selected applicants will be contacted for the next steps in the selection process. Relocation expenses are not authorized, applicants should consider this when applying.

Jekyll Island Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Authority supports equal employment opportunities for all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

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