Albuquerque Housing Authority (AHA) is seeking a full-time Accounting Manager . Apply at **RESUMES NOT ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF APPLICATION** Competitive salary & benefits. EEOE & Drug-Free Workplace.
The largest housing authority in the State of New Mexico is looking for energetic, conscientious and detail oriented individuals who enjoy making a difference, being part of a team and takes pride in their career to work in our fast paced office. ACCOUNTING MANAGER FOR THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT Compensation: $80,867 - $99,455 annually based on experience
Closing Date/Time: Until filled
POSITION FUNCTION SUMMARY: Under general direction, plans, organizes, oversees, coordinates, and manages the accounting staff and operations of the Finance Department, including accounting, accounts payable, payroll, accounts receivable, general ledger reporting, grants and fixed assets; performs professional accounting work to ensure regulatory compliance with governmental accounting standards; provides complex and responsible support to the Finance Director in areas of expertise; and performs related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general direction from the Finance Director. Exercises direct supervision over professional, technical, and administrative support staff.
Education and Experience: Required: Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business or public administration, or a closely related field, and Five (5) years of professional-level accounting experience including three (3) years of experience in preparing, monitoring, and administering general ledger and budgets. Working knowledge and experience in a federally funded program or fund accounting with grant experience. Preferred: Master's degree in Accounting. CPA Language Requirements: Ability to read and write English in order to understand and interpret written procedures and technical manuals. This includes the ability to give and receive instructions in written and verbal forms and to effectively present information and respond to questions from vendors, contractors, supervisors, co-workers, residents, and city/county agencies.
We offer competitive compensation and very attractive fringe benefits including medical (including gym membership), dental, vision, 10 paid holidays, paid leave, PERA pension, free basic life insurance, volunteer life, paid STD and LTD, 457 and an employee assistance program.
AHA strives to maintain a drug-free work environment. As a recipient of federal funds, AHA adheres to the Drug-free Workplace Act of 1988 and, accordingly, AHA conducts pre-employment drug screening as well as drug testing of employees in cases of reasonable suspicion.
***RESUMES NOT ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF APPLICATION***
