Controller
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onUnderground Atlanta, Kimball Way Southeast, Five Points, Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia, 30303, United States
About the Role
This position serves as a critical leadership pillar within the Department of Finance, dedicated to managing Fulton County's accounting and financial reporting operations. The primary mission is to ensure that all official financial books and records remain fully compliant with federal, state, and local laws, as well as established governmental accounting practices.
The role exists to provide strategic oversight of the county's financial health, directing complex operations ranging from debt administration and the annual audit process to vendor payments and grant accounting. You will be responsible for preparing official financial reports that not only summarize the County's current financial position but also forecast future trends. This position acts as a vital liaison between the Finance Department and external entities, including bond counsel, rating agencies, and the State of Georgia, ensuring transparency and accuracy in all financial disclosures.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Underground Atlanta, Kimball Way Southeast, Five Points, Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia, 30303, United States
Atlanta, Georgia
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleDirect the annual audit process and prepare the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
- check_circleSupervise cash management, general accounting, accounts payable, and project accounting operations
- check_circlePerform detailed cash flow projections and analyze complex investment alternatives
- check_circleResearch and evaluate the financial impact of proposed state legislation
- check_circleManage bonded debt administration, credit ratings, and bond offering document preparation
- check_circleRevise financial policies and procedures to ensure compliance with government accounting standards
- check_circleOversee financial information system operations, internal controls, and software upgrades
- check_circleSupervise, direct, and evaluate Finance Department staff including hiring, scheduling, and performance appraisals
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's Degree in finance, accounting, business administration, public administration, or related field
- verified7 years of experience in governmental budgeting, accounting, auditing, and financial administration
- verified4 years of management experience
- verifiedValid Georgia driver's license
- verifiedActive Certified Public Accountant (C.P.A.) license issued by the State of Georgia
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Governmental Budgeting, Accounting, Auditing, Financial Administration, Certified Public Accountant, C.p.a., Governmental Accounting Standards, Debt Administration, Grant Accounting, Cash Management.
Education: Bachelor's Degree in finance, accounting, business administration, public administration, or related field required, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Frequently asked questions about Controller at Fulton County
What does a Controller at Fulton County do?expand_more
A Controller at Fulton County is responsible for the following: Direct the annual audit process and prepare the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report; Supervise cash management, general accounting, accounts payable, and project accounting operations; Perform detailed cash flow projections and analyze complex investment alternatives; and Research and evaluate the financial impact of proposed state legislation.
What are the requirements for this Controller role?expand_more
To qualify for the Controller at Fulton County position, applicants should have: Bachelor's Degree in finance, accounting, business administration, public administration, or related field; 7 years of experience in governmental budgeting, accounting, auditing, and financial administration; 4 years of management experience; Valid Georgia driver's license; and Active Certified Public Accountant (C.P.A.) license issued by the State of Georgia.
Where is the Controller role at Fulton County located?expand_more
Controller at Fulton County is based in Underground Atlanta, Kimball Way Southeast, Five Points, Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia, 30303, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Controller job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Fulton County has listed this Controller role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Controller role?expand_more
Controller at Fulton County typically requires 7+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.
What skills do you need for the Controller role at Fulton County?expand_more
Key skills for Controller at Fulton County include Governmental Budgeting; Accounting; Auditing; Financial Administration; Certified Public Accountant; C.p.a.; Governmental Accounting Standards; and Debt Administration.
What education is required for Controller at Fulton County?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's Degree in finance, accounting, business administration, public administration, or related field required, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
What category does the Controller role belong to?expand_more
Controller at Fulton County is part of the accounting & finance job category on Recrutus.
About Fulton County
Fulton County operates as a Government Administration entity located in Georgia, serving the residents and businesses within its jurisdiction. Established in 1853 by splitting from DeKalb County and later consolidating with Milton and Campbell Counties in 1932, the organization manages a distinct, elongated geographical footprint that reflects its unique historical formation. Among the 159 counties in the state, it holds the distinction of being the 144th to be created. The county derives its name from Robert Fulton, the inventor credited with building the Clermont, the first commercially successful steamboat in 1807. As a public administrative body, the county provides essential services and governance to the community while maintaining a connection to its historical roots and the legacy of its namesake.
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