COMPTROLLER - REPOST Job at Chicago Park District

Chicago Park District Chicago, IL 60611

CHICAGO PARK DISTRICT – DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES


CLASS SPECIFICATION


Title: Comptroller Level: 2134


CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS:

Under administrative direction of the Chief Financial Officer, is the Chicago Park District officer responsible for establishing and maintaining the Chicago Park District budgetary control accounting system current. Responsible for preparing an annual statement giving full and detailed accounting of all receipts and expenditures for the proceeding year, detailing Chicago Park District liabilities and resources, and all other items necessary to reflect the true financial condition of the Park District. Performs other Comptroller related duties as assigned or required, including those required by law and ordinance.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

Prepares financial statements and maintains all financial books and records. Helps Budget Director compile revenue estimates and disbursements. Establishes and maintains accurate records and accounts for all Chicago Park District bonded indebtedness, including interest and amortization requirements of each bond issue. Prepares comprehensive annual financial statement giving full and detailed accounting of all receipts and expenditures during proceeding fiscal year. Such statements detail Chicago Park District liabilities such as bonded indebtedness and resources, and all relevant information needed to file a complete and accurate report. A Certified Public Accountant who is not connected to the Park District and is appointed by the Board of Commissioners must certify the report.

Implements a computerized financial system and its coordination with payroll and human resources systems. Processes payroll including tracking time and attendance of the District’s employees and related liabilities. Monitors the actions of the District’s Deferred Compensation Plan.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Training and Experience: A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, plus five years management experience as a Comptroller, Chief Accountant, managerial accountant or closely related position is required, or an equivalent combination of training and experience is required. CERTIFICATION: Certified Public Accountant status is preferred. Computer experience working with Windows, Word and Excel recommended.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Strong knowledge of computerized systems. Accounting and financial management skills. Ability to apply laws and policies governing municipal financial practices.


Senior Executive Service EEO: Officials and Administrators FLSA: Exempt

Approved: 10/94

Updated April 2013

Work Locations Comptroller 541 N. Fairbanks Court Chicago 60611
Job Finance
Schedule Full-time
Job Type Standard
Closing Date Apr 21, 2023, 11:59:00 PM
Budgeted Salary 149000



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