DESCRIPTION: Polk County (The County of Choice),  located in beautiful Central Florida mid-way between Orlando and Tampa is seeking a Fiscal Manager.  This is a responsible administrative and professional position in the field of governmental finance, budgeting and accounting.  Participates in the formulation of department policies and procedures.  Responsibility for all budgeting and accounting activities relating to the department, requiring a thorough knowledge of governmental and fund accounting principles.  Work requires proficiency with, and the ability to learn and efficiently utilize, sophisticated computer application software, including development of customized spreadsheet and reporting applications. Supervises assigned fiscal personnel. Responsibility for preparation of monthly financial updates, quarterly interim financial statements, and annual finance reports.

Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited four (4) year college or university with a degree in Accounting or  Finance, and a minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in accounting and fiscal preparation which included budget preparation and financial analysis with emphasis on governmental operations.  Requires a valid Florida driver�s license at the time of employment. Prefer applicants hold an active designation of Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and two (2) years supervisory management experience.

Polk County (The County of Choice) is located in beautiful Central Florida mid-way between Orlando and Tampa.  Polk County employs 2200 + and with a total population of 520,000, is the eight largest county in population in the state.  It is 20 to 45 minutes away from all major theme parks and 90 minutes away from the beautiful Gulf of Mexico.