Salary: $140,725.73 - $179,605.65 Annually Location : Marina, CA Job Type: Client Full Time Job Number: 24-MCWD-Controller Department: Marina Coast Water District Opening Date: 10/04/2024 Closing Date: 11/3/2024 11:59 PM Pacific Position Description Are you a senior professional in the field of finance and accounting seeking a new leadership opportunity? Do you thrive as a self-starter, and are you adept at developing solutions and strategies to tackle challenges? Do you have a background in governmental budgeting analysis and financial reporting? Are you interested in a collaborative leadership setting that fosters your goals and personal growth? If so, Marina Coast Water District welcomes your application. Regional Government Services and its staff are conducting this recruitment on behalf of Marina Coast Water District.THE POSITION The Controller, a valued member of the Finance Division, monitors the financial performance of the District; develops and implements investment plans to ensure appropriate cash flow; tracks annual operating and capital improvement budgets. The Controller reports to the Director of Administrative Services and maintains ledgers and financial records; coordinates and provides schedules for the annual audit; administers current and long-range planning activities; and provides highly complex and responsible support. The Controller also plans, organizes, oversees, coordinates, and reviews the work of staff performing difficult and complex professional, technical, and financial support. Some of the top organizational priorities of the incoming Controller include financial reporting, accounting oversight, budgeting and forecasting, and leading an ERP implementation. The Ideal Candidate Will:
- Be an innovative, ethical, self-motivated, organized leader with a strong work ethic, who takes initiative and has high standards for work products and a commitment to customer service.
- Have experience planning, organizing, coordinating, and directing the work of the finance and administrative staff to achieve efficient operations.
- Have the skills to direct, oversee, manage, and assist in the development and administration of the agency's annual budget, various project and program budgets, revenue and expenditure estimates, grant management, budget adjustments and reporting, and the evaluation of accounting procedures and financial controls.
- Have proven expertise in managing an investment portfolio including fiscal and cash flow analysis, and investment reporting.
- Have a financial background and strong analytical skills in the review of financial data in order to draw sound conclusions and offer improvements.
- Thrive in a project focused, fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
- Be analytical and appropriately meticulous.
- Have outstanding communication skills both written and verbal; be articulate and credible including the ability to be comfortable presenting in a public forum and delivering technical information in an understandable format.
- Maintain effective working relationships with both internal and external partners and demonstrate sincere care for stakeholder interests and needs.
- Be proactive, approachable, and responsive.
- Be skilled with principles, practices, methods, and procedures used in governmental accounting, financial management, auditing, and budgeting.
- Be experienced in developing and mentoring staff.
- Be experienced with modern financial systems, applicable software and office methods, procedures, and equipment including the Microsoft programs (Excel, Word, and Outlook); as well as experience with financial system upgrades.
COMPETENCIES Accountability - Considers alternative available actions, resources, and constraints before selecting a method for accomplishing a goal or project Analytical Thinking - Identifies diverse solutions to complex problems integrating findings from several different disciplines; identifies and evaluates the various options developed and selects the most effective solution Attention to Detail - Guides the team to accomplish tasks with thoroughness and accuracy Collaboration - Fosters staff and stakeholder communication and dialogue; identifies opportunities to build consensus for options, decisions, and outcomes Communication - Exchanges information with constituents using oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills Customer Service - Continuously searches for ways to increase customer satisfaction Influence - Maintains an awareness of organizational goals and objectives while simultaneously navigating solutions towards desired outcomes and preserving relationships Judgment - Makes decisions based on careful thought taking both agency goals and input from others into account Leadership - Understands formal and informal power and influence structure within the organization and successfully achieves positive, desired outcomes Leverage Technology - Champions innovative use of technology; authorizes resources for tools to support the organization's mission and strategic goals SALARY AND BENEFITSSalary RangeController: $140,725.73 - $179,605.65 (Range T/33) Retirement - The District participates in CalPERS with Social Security. Benefit is 2% @ 60 for classic members with the District paying the employee share. And 2% @ 62 for new members as defined by PEPRA, subject to the limitations set by PERS. Employee pays the employee portion (new employees only). Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision/EAP) - District provides health insurance plan options and provides full employee coverage and a portion of the premium for coverage for employee dependents. Deferred Compensation - Optional enrollment in a pre-tax payroll-deducted 457 plan. The District will match an employee's contribution up to a maximum of $2,500 annually. Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance - District provides coverage. Life Insurance - District provides coverage at an amount equal to two times employee's salary. Vacation Leave/Sick Leave/Holidays - District offers generous vacation benefit beginning at an accrual of 3.08 hours per two-week pay period and sick leave at 12 days accrual each year. In addition, 12 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays per year. ABOUT THE DISTRICT Background In 1958, a local group of dedicated citizens, known as the Marina Community Service Corporation, proposed the formation of a municipal-owned water system with boundaries to coincide with the existing Marina Fire District, which was approximately 1,600 acres. Two years later, the Marina County Water District was formed by the registered voters of the then unincorporated City of Marina. In 1966, voters authorized the sale of water bonds totaling $950,000 to acquire a privately owned water company serving the area. Our Vision Today, we serve more than 40,000 customers and 9,500 accounts split roughly equally between Central Marina and the Ord Community on the former military base including California State University (CSU) Monterey Bay. Our vision is to become the leading public supplier of integrated water and wastewater services in the Monterey Bay Region. Our Mission Currently, the District is actively engaged in the conversion of the former Fort Ord military base to a vibrant mixed-use community, including approximately 6,000 new homes and several hundred thousand square feet of commercial/industrial facilities. Our mission is to provide high quality water, wastewater, and recycled water services to the District's expanding communities through management, conservation, and development of future resources at reasonable costs. Our local water supply means you can be sure your water is clean, fresh, and sustainably sourced. It's an exciting time to work for the District and to play an integral role in this high-profile opportunity, while also living on the Central Coast of California along the scenic Monterey Bay area-It just doesn't get any better... Examples of Duties Click HERE to view the full job description. Typical QualificationsQUALIFICATONS Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field, and five (5) years of experience performing professional accounting duties, preferably in a public agency, including two (2) years of supervisory experience. Licenses and Certifications:Must possess valid California class C driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record. Working Conditions: May be required to work on evenings, weekends and holidays. Supplemental InformationSELECTION PROCESS DEADLINE TO APPLY: November 3,2024, at 11:59 PM PST. Apply at: Applications must be submitted online through this applicant tracking system. All materials must be complete and clearly indicate the candidate meets the minimum qualifications. All statements made on the application, resume, and supplemental materials are subject to verification. False statements may be cause for immediate disqualification, removal from eligibility list, or discharge from employment. Application -Applications are screened based on the criteria indicated in this announcement. Incomplete, late, emailed, and faxed applications will not be accepted. Resumes are not considered in lieu of the required employment application. Certificates, resumes, and/or cover letters must be uploaded with your application through this applicant tracking system. All completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed for each applicant's ability to meet the minimum work experience, training, and education qualifications. Minimum Qualifications (MQ) Appraisal - All completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed for each applicant's ability to meet the minimum work experience, training, and education qualifications. Financial Analysis and Writing Exercise - The most qualified candidates from the MQ Appraisal may be invited to a remote financial analysis and writing exercise. This exercise will evaluate candidate's knowledge and skills for the position. Candidates who are most qualified may be invited to a remote screen and/or hiring Interview. Neither Regional Government Services nor the Marina Coast Water District are responsible for failure of internet forms or email transmission in submitting your application. Candidates who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or selection process should advise Regional Government Services by emailing . Marina Coast Water District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 01 Please indicate the highest level of education you have completed.
- High School Diploma or GED
- Some college coursework completed
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree or Higher
02 If you indicated you have earned a degree in the question above, please indicate your degree major. If you did not earn a degree, please type NA. 03 Do you possess any relevant certifications related to this position? (Put NA if not applicable.) 04 How many years of progressively responsible accounting or finance administration experience do you have? (Please make sure the years of experience indicated is also reflective of you experience on your application.)
- None.
- Less than 1 year of experience.
- At least 1 year of experience but less than 2 years.
- At least 2 years of experience but less than 3 years.
- At least 3 years of experience but less than 4 years.
- At least 4 years of experience but less than 5 years.
- At least 5 years of experience but less than 6 years.
- At least 6 years of experience but less than 7 years.
- 7 or more years experience.
05 How many years of supervisory experience do you have over accounting or finance staff? (Please make sure the years of experience indicated is also reflective of you experience on your application.)
- None
- Less than 1 year of experience
- At least 1 year of experience but less than 2 years
- At least 2 years of experience but less than 3 years
- At least 3 years of experience but less than 4 years
- At least 4 years of experience but less than 5 years
- At least 5 years of experience, but less than 6 years
- At least 6 years of experience, but less than 7 years
- 7 or more years
06 To what extent have you performed or supervised complex professional, administrative, and technical accounting and finance functions?
- I have no background in this.
- My experience is limited to training only.
- I have some independent experience but not frequently.
- I have experience and is a regular part of my job.
- I have extensive experience at a high level of complexity.
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