Sr. Manager, Accounting

Position InformationFunctional TitleSr. Manager, AccountingRecruitment Category TypeStandardFunctional CategoryFinance/AccountingGradeGS.19FLSA StatusExemptRequisition Number26-0216Number of Vacancies1Job LevelDivision ManagerJob CodeN/AJob Description SummaryOrganization NameAccountingReports toChief Financial OfficerFull or Part TimeFull TimeIf Part Time how many hours per weekRegular or TemporaryRegularPosition End Date (if temporary)Work ScheduleMon – Fri 8:00 am -5:00 pmPosition LocationLaurelPosition Summary InformationGeneral SummaryTheSr. Manager, Accountingdirects advanced professional accounting and analysis of a varied nature, manages the work of professional accountants and functional implementers and coordinates financial system (General Ledger, Assets and Accounts Receivable) activities and sub-system interfaces to the general ledger.Essential FunctionsCoordinates financial system (General Ledger and Capital Assets ) activities and sub-system interfaces to the general ledgerMonitors on-going system operations, performing routine maintenance and managing upgrade/implementation processes (includes non-financial systems impacting the general ledger, capital assets and subledger activities )Designs and coordinates user acceptance testing and testing of new system functionalityCoordinates with vendors, and/or IT to identify and resolve programming and functionality problemsRepresents financial system end users in projects/discussions with information systems personnel, and other system/module administratorsActively participates in the implementation of new or enhanced systems that will impact accounting/analysis dataContributes expertise to cross-functional workgroups to enhance the data and process coordination between and among business units and software modulesApplies relevant techniques and processes to ensure that data integrity, internal controls, and audit trails are maintained throughout all applicationsSubject matter expert in General Ledger and all other subledger systemsResponsible for the design, preparation and distribution of annual US GAAP Financials, monthly internal Comparative Financial Statements and management reports;Manages data analysis in the creation of month end reportsDirects research and reporting of analytical reviews/variance analyses of the balance sheet and results of operationsManages annual activities with external auditors to support the year-end (US GAAP ) and OMB Circular A-133 auditsReviews audit work papers and supporting schedules and documentation for external financial reportingResearches and remains up to date with new technical accounting standards and Federal and State regulations, coordinating the writing of position papers and memosAdvises on the accounting treatment of unusual transactionsInitiates process improvement initiatives and updates Commission-wide internal control memorandums annually for the external auditorsCoordinates the development and maintenance of Accounting Procedures in compliance with accepted accounting and regulatory requirementsManages the development of annual audited financial statements and the annual uniform financial report for the State of MarylandManages the maintenance of the general ledger and reconciliation of accountsAscertains the reliability of management data developed within WSSC Water and establishes processes to safeguard integrityInitiates process improvement initiativesImplements operating, control, and reporting improvementsManages performance of advanced professional accounting and analysis of a varied natureDirects the work of professional accountants/financial analystsPerforms performance management evaluations in accordance with Commission policiesInstructs employees on technical accounting issues and the interpretations and application of rules, regulations and accounting proceduresManages the following:The review and payment of quarterly bills from DC Water for WSSC Water's portion of costs under a regional agreement (the Blue Plains Intermunicipal Agreement of 2012), providing for wastewater treatment at the Blue Plains facility in Washington DCThe timely reconciliation and preparation of bills to DC Water for costs related to Biosolids Handling, sewer pumping stations, and sewer meter vaultsThe timely reconciliation and preparation of bills to the City of Rockville for their portion of the Blue Plains costsThe true-up analysis of Rockville operating and maintenance costs upon communication of audit resultsCoordinates the analysis of historical costs and anticipated trends to establish annual Front Foot Benefit Rates and House Connection ChargesOversees performance of reconciliation, reporting and analysis of house connection dataDirects performance of monthly indirect cost allocations, including analysis and resolution of discrepanciesMonitors standard rate allocation results and recommends changes based on cost analysisCoordinates the preparation of special and periodic studies, ad hoc analysis and reporting as requested by internal customers and the CFORoutinely interacts with management and staff throughout the Commission and coordinates with actuaries, auditors, and federal, state and local government staffs on accounting mattersOther FunctionsRepresents the CFO in matters of accounting policies and proceduresAdvises the CFO on technical accounting issues and their relationship to the preparation of financial statementsAdvises the CFO on the relationship of accounting policies and practices to generally accepted accounting principles and Financial and Governmental Accounting Standards Board proceduresEstablishes and maintains the Accounting Procedures Manual for Commission-wide useCoordinates troubleshooting and problem resolution of issues impairing the operation of financial systems and/or processesPerforms other related duties as requiredWork Environment And Physical DemandsWork is performed in a business casual office environmentRequired Knowledge, Skills, And AbilitiesThorough knowledge of accounting theory, principles and practices (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles ( GAAP ), applicable AICPA Industry Guides and Pronouncements) and their application to a wide variety of transactions and problem resolutionThorough knowledge of principles and practices of analytical review, including problem definition, setting evaluation criteria, and analysis of alternatives; ability to analyze financial information and prepare complex financial and administrative reportsThorough knowledge of internal controlsAbility to analyze and interpret accounting and financial records and recommend improvementsThorough knowledge of WSSC Water's accounting system and regulations governing the Commission's operationsExcellent project management skills including the ability to coordinate multiple projects, work independently and meet deadlinesDemonstrated skills in developing and presenting accurate and complete financial reports;Ability to plan, organize and coordinate the technical work of accountants and financial analysts, and provide effective trainingDemonstration of advanced skill and proficiency in the utilization of spreadsheets, databases, general ledger applications and related sub-ledgers, data manipulation and reporting tools;Overall knowledge of the Commission and its operationsAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of management and external organizations/individualsMinimum Education, Experience RequirementsBachelor's degree in Accounting or related field8+ years of experience in public or corporate accounting, auditing, or combination thereof, including:3+ years of recent experience in the operation and maintenance of general ledger software (Oracle General Ledger or equivalent)2+ years of experience in financial analysis3+ years of supervisory/management experiencePrior experience in the design and installation of accounting/financial systems and related sub-ledgersExperience with GASB and FASB pronouncements and their application, preparation and analysis of financial statements in accordance with GAAPAdditional RequirementsCPA certificationMust be able to work extended hours periodically to complete special projects, upgrade or enhance systems, or support the monthly and annual financial statement review and preparation processCompletion of the WSSC Water Financial Disclosure statement within 30 days of employment and annually thereafterPreferencesOther professional accounting/fraud certificationsMaster's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fieldSalary$159,015 - $270,756Posting Detail InformationEEO StatementClose Date06/05/2026Open Until FilledNoSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsAdditional InformationAll applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.Eligible applicants will be reviewed for consideration after 6/5/26.Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Do you have a Bachelor's degree?YesNoAre you a CPA?YesNoWill you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status?YesNoAre you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran?YesNoApplicant DocumentsRequired DocumentsResumeOptional DocumentsCover Letter/Letter of Application