Deputy Director of Finance

The Deputy Finance Director is responsible for the management of the full accounting cycle, purchasing and treasury management. Works closely with the Director of Finance to ensure the accounting, in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and purchasing functions are performed in an accurate, complete, and timely manner as well as provides high-level financial analysis to help improve operational performance.  Participates in setting strategic direction for the organization and advancing the execution of strategic goals.  Serves as liaison between departments to communicate policies and procedures affecting purchasing and financial reporting and to provide staff training.

Performs recruitment, supervision, evaluation and training of staff.  Responsible for maintenance of the general ledger through journal entries, performs the month-end closing and year-end closing processes.  Ensures accuracy and timeliness of account reconciliations. Reviews financial transactions, procedures and processes for proper handling and improvements.

Maintains day to day banking activities ensuring adequate funding is available.  Invests District funds according to policy, including the purchasing, recording, reporting and planning for cash flow needs.  Evaluates and develops modifications to existing policies and procedures, such as cash receipts, disbursements, internal controls, cash handling and purchasing.  Coordinates annual audit and works closely with the District’s outside auditors to review annual financial information and record year end journal entries including GASB34 entries and preparing footnotes.  Prepares the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).  Coordinates audit for Foundation and grant single audits.  Responsible for proper grant financial reporting, prepare grant reports.  Develops proper implementation of GASB pronouncements.

Drives a motorized vehicle to travel to different locations.  Performs tasks that will require walking, bending, stooping, standing, kneeling, climbing, reaching and sitting.   Performs lifting tasks up to 25 pounds.

EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree with concentration in Accounting or Finance.  Seven years of accounting experience including four  years supervisory experience.  Working knowledge of Fund accounting.  Ability to provide direction, supervision and mentoring to staff.  Ability to effectively present facts and recommendations both verbally and in writing to all levels of employees and the general public.  Good analytical skills, problem solving ability and judgment to resolve, organize and manage programs and issues.  Ability to collect, compile and analyze facts and exercise sound judgment in arriving at conclusions and translating observations and results into clear, concise reports.  Ability to make decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures.   Ability to use computers to prepare financial statements.  Must possess valid Driver’s license.

HOW TO APPLY AND APPLICATION DEADLINES

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task.  We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background.  If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

Interest in employment with the Forest Preserve can only be expressed by submitting an application online at www.LCFPD.org.  Positions are open until filled.

ABOUT LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVES

The Lake County Forest Preserves offers an excellent work environment as well as a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and life insurance, IMRF pension plan, and paid vacation, personal, and sick leave.

As principal guardian of Lake County’s open spaces and natural areas since 1958, we manage more than 31,000 acres of land and offer innovative educational, recreational, and cultural opportunities for all people.  Visitors of all ages can enjoy over 209 miles of trail for a variety of outdoor recreation uses, ponds and lakes for fishing, public golf courses, historical and cultural venues, public access to the Fox River and Lake Michigan, and award-winning nature and history education programs and events.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER