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County of Madera is establishing a list of qualified applicants for this position. Applications will be accepted continuously until otherwise noted and the list will be used to fill current vacancies in this classification. Under general direction, plans, organizes, oversees, coordinates, and manages the staff and operations related to County fiscal audits including audits of accounting transactions, reports, and systems; oversees the analysis of accounting records and financial transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance with statutory requirements, policies, and best practices; provides technical expertise for the County’s financial operations; and performs related duties as assigned.

• Plans, manages, and oversees the daily functions, operations, and activities of the accounting audit function, including the preparation of internal financial reports and conduct of compliance and performance audits of county departments, programs, special districts, trust funds, and redevelopment and other agencies.
• Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the division; continuously monitors the efficiency and effectiveness of assigned programs, service delivery methods, and procedures; assesses and monitors workload, administrative, and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities and makes recommendations for improvement.
• Participates in the development, administration, and oversight of division budget; determines funding needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; ensures compliance with budgeted funding.
• Participates in the selection of, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel; works with employees to correct deficiencies; recommends and implements discipline and termination procedures.
• Reviews existing accounting procedures, policies, and internal control methods to ensure compatibility with accounting principles and applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations; develops, implements and interprets County fiscal policies and procedures; studies internal controls, analyzes manual and automated accounting systems, and makes recommendations to promote increased efficiency and accuracy of financial records.
• Oversees the preparation and accuracy of financial statements, reports, and analysis; conducts thorough financial analyses to identify trends and insights for strategic decision-making; ensures compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and internal policies.
• Plans, organizes, and oversees audit activities to ensure compliance with financial regulations; identifies control weaknesses, reviews processes, and recommends improvements; collaborates with auditors and regulatory agencies for external audits.
• Establishes and monitors financial controls and procedures to mitigate risks; identifies opportunities to streamline processes and enhance efficiency; oversees adherence to internal control policies and documentation.
• Oversees account reconciliation processes to ensure accuracy and completeness; manages general ledger activities and ensures proper coding and classification.
• Manages cash flow forecasting and ensures liquidity for operational needs; coordinates with treasury to optimize investment strategies and debt management.
• Serves as a liaison for assigned functions with other County departments, divisions, and outside agencies; provides staff support to commissions, committees, and task forces as necessary.
• Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of legislative changes and new Government Accounting Standard Board (GASB) announcements; researches emerging products and enhancements and their applicability to County needs.
• Monitors changes in regulations and technology that may affect operations; implements policy and procedural changes after approval.
• Receives, investigates, and responds to difficult and sensitive problems and complaints in a professional manner; identifies and reports findings and takes necessary corrective action.
• Directs the establishment and maintenance of working and official division files.
• Ensures staff compliance with County and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

• Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field and five (5) years of increasingly responsible professional experience in financial auditing in a government agency including at least two (2) years in a lead or supervisory capacity.