Job Information
Bonner County COMPTROLLER in Sandpoint, Idaho
This job was posted by https://idahoworks.gov : For more information, please see: https://idahoworks.gov/jobs/2203460
JOB TITLE: COMPTROLLER
Department: Auditing
Supervisor: Clerk
Supervision Exercised: None
Exempt Status: Exempt
Benefits Eligibility Status: Eligible
BOCC Approval: April 30, 2024
SUMMARY
This position requires a thorough knowledge of a wide range of accounting and finance including; general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash handling, payroll, auditing, financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, fixed assets, sales tax, levy calculation, financial statement preparation, and internal and external reporting. This position provides extensive technical accounting expertise and training to other departments, agencies and the 40+ taxing districts that operate within Bonner County, such as cities, fire districts, school districts, etc.
These responsibilities require the individual to use sound technical judgment on complex accounting and financial questions, daily. It is also critical that this position understand what is available as public information and what is confidential. The decisions made at this level are independent and require examining many dimensions to find workable solutions to the matter at hand.
There is extensive interaction with staff and management from other departments, as well as commissioners, outside agencies, vendors, and the general public. It is imperative that this individual use excellent judgment when talking to others and handling documents because of issues of confidentiality which could expose the county to extensive liability if handled negligently. This position has significant and major impact on the budgets, policies and procedures adopted by the county as well as through its interaction with all taxing districts, various departments of state government, the federal government and other agencies.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following duties and responsibilities which are not listed in any particular order of priority and may be amended or added to by the County at any time:
GENERAL ACCOUNTING
The Comptroller is responsible for applying accounting principles and procedures to analyze financial information, prepare accurate and timely financial reports and statements and ensure appropriate accounting control procedures.
Prepare journal entries
Understand general ledger operations
Reconcile and maintain balance sheet accounts
Prepare analysis of accounts as requested
Produce financial reports as requested
compile and analyze financial information to prepare financial statements including monthly, quarterly and annual reports
ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures
ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met
prepare financial management reports
establish and monitor the implementation and maintenance of internal control processes and procedures
resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities
continuous management and support of budget and forecast activities
monitor and support taxation issues
develop and maintain financial data bases
financial audit preparation and coordinate of the audit process with the outside auditors
ensure accurate and appropriate recording and analysis of revenues and expenses
analyze and advise on business operations including revenue and expenditure trends, financial commitments and future revenues
analyze financial information to recommend or develop efficient use of resources and procedures, provide strategic recommendations and maintain solutions to business and financial problems
FINANCIAL ANALYST & BUDGETING
Performs complex budgeting and accounting functions; conducts financial, statistical, and analytical studies; prepares and assists in the preparation of financial reports, statements, and claims for reimbursement. Reports financial status by preparing and analyzing financial plans, forecasts, and reports.
Tracks financial status by monitoring variances from pl