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    "description": "<h2> Overview</h2>\n<p>Boston’s Planning Department was established by Mayor Wu in 2024 to restore planning as a core function of the City government and to shape growth that serves Boston’s residents and centers on their needs. Our mission is to address our City’s greatest challenges: resilience, affordability, and equity; we take real estate actions and prioritize planning, development, and urban design solutions that further these priorities. We seek to build trust with communities through transparent processes that embrace predictable growth.</p>\n<p>Delivering on this mission requires a modern, high-performing financial function grounded in accuracy, transparency, and strong internal controls. Under the direction of the Controller, the Deputy Controller of Accounting plays a critical role in strengthening the Department’s accounting infrastructure and ensuring reliable financial reporting that supports operational and strategic decision-making.</p>\n<h2> Responsibilities</h2>\n<p><em>General duties include, but are not limited to:</em></p>\n<p><strong>Accounting Operations & Financial Reporting</strong></p>\n<ul>\n <li>Oversee all day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and fixed assets.</li>\n <li>Identify and prepare information necessary to reclassify revenue and expenses; make recommendations to the supervisor; book journal entries as needed.</li>\n <li>Reconcile complex accounts and resolve discrepancies to maintain accuracy and compliance.</li>\n <li>Collaborate with departments on financial reporting needs and interpretation of data.</li>\n <li>Coordinate and support external audits; lead staff preparation for audits and foster working relationships with auditors.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Internal Controls, Systems & Compliance</strong></p>\n<ul>\n <li>Evaluate, enhance, and help implement internal controls, accounting standards, and financial policies.</li>\n <li>Support improvements and troubleshooting of accounting systems and related financial tools.</li>\n <li>Ensure ongoing compliance with GASB 87 and other governmental accounting requirements; coordinate with auditors on lease accounting documentation.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Treasury Support & Financial Analysis</strong></p>\n<ul>\n <li>Support management of cash flow, liquidity, and short- and long-term investment monitoring.</li>\n <li>Collaborate with departments to meet financial reporting needs and help interpret financial data.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Team Leadership & Collaboration</strong></p>\n<ul>\n <li>Supervise, coach, and develop accounting staff; monitor performance and ensure accuracy of work.</li>\n <li>Coordinate cross-departmental financial activities, deadlines, and reporting.</li>\n <li>Assist in the preparation of operating and capital budgets.</li>\n <li>Perform additional duties as assigned by the Controller.</li>\n</ul>\n<h2> Minimum Entrance Qualifications</h2>\n<ul>\n <li>Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred, and may substitute for three (3) years of experience. CPA preferred. </li>\n <li>6+ years of progressively responsible accounting experience required. 2+ years of supervisory experience required.</li>\n <li>Demonstrated experience in public-sector finance and governmental accounting standards.</li>\n <li>Proficiency in accounting systems and Microsoft Excel, Word, and Google Workspace.</li>\n <li>Experience with project management tools such as Airtable or Salesforce preferred.</li>\n <li>Focused attention to detail, deadlines, and adherence to ethical application of accounting standards.</li>\n <li>Must exercise discretion and sound judgment, and handle confidential and sensitive information with integrity.</li>\n <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li>\n <li>Commitment to diversity, equity, and the public good.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIRED</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Terms:</strong></p>\n<p>Union/Salary/Grade: EXM/($116,530 - $153,250)</p>\n<p>Hours per week: 35</p>",
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