Financial Manager ; Financial Reporting

Atlanta, GA, United States

Salary Range: $68,156.41- $79,177.50

Performs complex professional and technical accounting activities related to the processing, reconciliation, and reporting of financial transactions. Responsible for preparing, reviewing, and reconciling financial and accounting records and reports in compliance with governmental accounting standards. Provides technical input in the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures; participates in the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and other mandated financial reports.

Ensures adherence to internal control, work quality standards, and accuracy requirements. Works collaboratively with internal departments and external stakeholders to provide responsive financial reporting support and performs related duties as required.

Reports to Director of Financial Reporting

• Apply advanced knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), governmental fund accounting, grant accounting, internal controls and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements and implementations.
• Utilize Oracle ERP Systems to generate, analyze, and financial data supporting the preparation of financial statements reporting in the ACFR.
• Prepare and review financial statements, including Statement of Cash Flows.
• Work with trial balance prepared on both a modified accrual and full accrual basis.
• Prepare, review, and submit a variety of financial reports, reconciliations, work papers, schedules, tables, and supporting documentation.
• Serves as a technical lead on assigned reporting areas by providing guidance, clarification, and best-practice recommendations to peers and departmental staff.
• Review work products prepared by others for accuracy and compliance and provide constructive feedback, coaching, and technical assistance as needed.
• Supporting onboarding and knowledge transfer by assisting with training and documentation of financial reporting processes.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance of financial records and reports with applicable regulations and standards.
• Respond to requests for financial information from other City departments, external agencies, auditors, and the general public.
• Coordinate responses to internal and external audit requests and provide supporting documentation as required.
• Monitor external audit activities and support audit processes through timely and accurate responses.
• Perform other duties as assigned

The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position.

COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

• Knowledge of internal controls, financial reconciliations, and audit support practices
interpret and apply GASB standards to complex reporting scenarios
• Ability to analyze complex financial data and prepare accurate financial statements and reports
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and compliance
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools
• Ability to communicate complex accounting concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; OR any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides required knowledge, skills, and abilities
• (4) or more years of professional experience in governmental or non-profit accounting
• Highly Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel

• Master's degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Municipal finance and government experience
• Experience with Oracle financial systems highly preferred

• Job Identification 33486
• Job Category Finance
• Posting Date 01/23/2026, 05:02 PM
• Job Schedule Full time