Assistant Director of Finance

The purpose of this position is to assist with the management of the department. This is accomplished by supervising annual audits; collaborating on the annual budget; managing staff and functions; coordinating hardware and software issues; overseeing payments and the filing of all financial reporting information. Additional duties include forecasting finances; organizing financial reporting, and directing special projects.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Manages department functions by ensuring proper staffing, complying with all federal, state and local regulations; preparing and managing financial records and reports; auditing financial transactions; establishing customer service procedures and related tasks; and coordinating reporting processes for agencies and audits.
• Manages programs and audits by coordinating document preparation and submission; reviewing reports and related information; gathering and disseminating budget information; preparing documents and financial reports; recommending system and program improvements; and representing the department to boards and commissions.
• Coordinates the operational budget by developing budget materials; preparing estimates; reviewing revenues and expenditures; assisting departments in gathering materials; compiling information; and coordinating budget reviews and presentations.
• Supervises the audit by reviewing requests; gathering documents and materials; working with departments on requests; ensuring work paper accuracy; supervising accounting processes; authorizing journal entries, compiling audit papers; and preparing special reports.
• Participates in policy and procedure review by analyzing new and existing systems and software; reviewing fiscal year budget data; analyzing, reviewing, and projecting revenues; and recommending accounting, purchasing and inventory practices.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field or equivalent experience as an accountant
• Five years of experience in governmental accounting, two of which must be in supervision

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with co-workers, the public, and elected and appointed officials
• Skill in the operation and use of standard office software which includes databases and presentation programs, along with standard Microsoft products

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• None

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATES

• Valid driver’s license with good driving record and ability to maintain while employed.
• Valid CPA, CGFO, CIA certification preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Position requires mobility within an office environment and requires little physical effort in working with light materials generally weighing ten (10) pounds or less.