As a key member of the Financial Services Department, the Accounting Manager works under the Financial Director to support the department's management responsibilities, focusing on accounting, budgeting, and grants management. This role includes overseeing accounting, capital budgeting, audits, strategic planning, financial analysis, and reporting in line with Governmental Accounting standards while supervising staff in these areas. Additionally, the Accounting Manager coordinates citywide grant programs, serving as a liaison between the City of Navasota and granting agencies. Related tasks may be assigned as needed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

Grants Management:

• Identify potential grants and funding opportunities. Write grant proposals and collaborate with grant consultants to ensure effective applications.
• Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations regarding grant management, including financial compliance and reporting requirements.
• Serve as the financial liaison between the Finance department and other departments engaged in grant activities.
• Examine award documents to clarify guidelines and reporting obligations for each grant received.

General Ledger:

• Oversee the City’s general ledger, including payroll, accounts payable, and fixed assets.
• Analyze general ledger accounts for variances and ensure accuracy.
• Maintain the integrity of financial statements and conduct risk assessments.
• Record and review financial transactions for inconsistencies.

Budget:

• Assist with preparing the City’s annual budget for various funds.
• Oversee departmental budgets to ensure compliance with allocations.
• Provide information for budgeting policies and the impact of grant-funded programs.

Financial:

• Support citywide projects with financial solutions per Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Manage payroll and accounting staff, ensuring their professional development.
• Conduct month-end and year-end closings for financial accuracy.
• Oversee annual audits and the preparation of the ACFR.
• Supports other City departments with accounting-related issues and tasks as needed.

Other:

• Coordinates and/or reviews special projects, studies, and contracts for financial impact and feasibility.
• Assists in cash and treasury management.
• Resolves internal and external customer concerns and inquiries.
• Complies with City policies and procedures to include work schedule and attendance policies.
• Recruits, mentors, and develops a knowledgeable team to support the City's growing financial needs.
• Provides timely, accurate, and thorough performance evaluations for supervised employees.
• Manages work allocation and establishes timelines and priorities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA’s)

• Proficient in GAAP, general accounting practices, financial reporting, and ledger systems.
• Knowledgeable in purchasing standards for local government, regulatory requirements, and experienced in budget preparation and controls.
• Strong Excel skills for data analysis and entry, with proficiency in Word and PowerPoint.
• High integrity, critical thinking, and skilled in assessing complex proposals and contracts.
• Committed to process improvements, problem-solving under time constraints, and effective communication.
• Reliable judgment, dependability, and a collaborative approach.

Education
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field, supplemented by formal training in GAAP and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB). Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen. Successful candidates should possess three (3) years of relevant experience in progressively responsible experience in budget, financial, and accounting administration.
Any work-related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above minimum qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above-specified education and experience requirements.

Preferred Qualifications, Certificates, Licenses
Preferred certifications/licenses for this position: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO), and/or Certified Public Manager (CPM). Municipal management experience in a progressive and/or fast growth community and experience collaborating with developers on Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ’s), Public Improvement Districts (PID’s), Municipal Utility Districts (MUD’s), and Local Government Code Chapter 380 incentive projects preferred.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is required to sit at a desk, as well as engage in tasks that involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of lightweight (25 pounds). These essential duties include tasks that may involve extended periods at a keyboard or workstation. Some tasks require visual and sound perception and discrimination and oral communication ability. May be subject to extended periods of standing and sitting during presentations or attending public and special events. May work extended hours, evenings, and weekends as needed.

Sensory Requirements: The employee must be able to see clearly, with or without vision correction, and able to recognize colors and adjust focus. Some tasks require oral communication ability.

Environmental Factors: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee constantly must present a positive attitude as a role model in the community. The employee frequently must work closely with others as part of and/or leader of a team and must remain calm and professional in tense, emotionally charged, and stressful situations. The employee regularly must work under time pressures to meet deadlines and occasionally must perform multiple tasks simultaneously. The work environment characteristics of the employee’s essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.