This position has primary responsibility for all financial activities of the District, which include providing complete and accurate financial information, monitoring accounting systems and controls to safeguard the District’s assets, and improving the accounting and reporting functions by staying current with accounting pronouncements and technology changes.
Typical Duties Include:
Fulfill the statutory duties of the position of Accountant as defined and set forth in the California Municipal Utility District Act (CPUC §11940)
Management of District budgeting process with departmental input, and administer departmental expenses under the guidelines of District policy, General Manager’s approval and the approved annual budget; monthly analysis and reporting of budget vs. actuals and other ad hoc managerial reporting
Manage and maintain financial forecasts and monitor the overall financial condition of the District. Manage working capital resources, including cash investments, to maximize earnings potential
Management of Accounting & Finance personnel, accounting operation workflows, and associated documentation and reporting
Leadership of successful public and regulatory audits and external stakeholders.
Working with intradepartmental teams to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and collaboration on Ad hoc accounting and finance projects as directed
Interpret and apply District resolutions, policies, rules and other laws, regulations, standards and objectives as they apply to the Accounting department
Identify system weaknesses and design work paper support for various aspects of the accounting and reporting function
Prepare State of California Controller’s Office and other regulatory office reports
Prepare various other compliance and informational reports as required
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Business Administration with a focus in accounting. Certified Public Accountant desirable, but not required. Minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, OR minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience and CPA
Extensive experience with accounting, spreadsheet and word processing software, interactive websites and other software tools as required
Basic organization and function of public agencies, including the role of an elected Board of Directors;
Comprehensive understanding of budgetary principles and practices
Interested individuals must submit an LMUD Employment Application and a current resume.
Applications may be obtained from our website at www.lmud.org or from the District Office at 65 South Roop Street, Susanville, CA, 96130.
