Financial Clerk Position Available In Putnam, Florida

Financial Clerk Town of Welaka Welaka, FL 32193 The Town of Welaka is looking for a Financial Clerk who is hard working, a team player, and can hit the ground running. Position Summary This position supervises all activities of the Finance Department, including preparing analysis and projections; maintaining integrity of the integrated financial information system; making long and short-range plans; and working with Town leadership. This is responsible supervisory finance and budget work in the management of all General Government accounting records, financial and budgeting reports, accounting and budget systems and procedures and risk management programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Reviews and approves all requisitions for Town purchases; inclusive of all departments. Forecasts revenues and expenditures; monitors revenues coming in and expenses going out; serves as liaison with the Town Commission, CRA, Airport Advisory, and Gas Authority on financial matters; offers advice based on experience and strong understanding of fiscal policy and best practices. Prepares long-and-short range plans for the Town in regards to spending trends and needs analysis; educate personnel on best practices on management of department finances; prepares transfers as needed. Manages Finance Department, including AP, AR, Payroll, Pension, audit, and benefits administration. Plans, supervises and coordinates the Town’s fiscal and accounting activities including: financial accounting and reporting; internal controls; internal auditing; management of financial software systems; payroll processing; administration of the Town’s business license function; billing and collection of locally-administered taxes and fees. Oversees Town cell phones and laptops assigned to users. Gathers, assembles and formats data and prepares preliminary analysis for budget preparation. Prepares and presents preliminary and final budget documents. Assists in financial management analysis of on-going functions within divisions including addressing issues related to fund availability, grants, budget transfers, overall budgetary compliance, and journal entries. Directs the preparation of the Town’s annual operating and five-year capital budgets, including the Finance Department budgets. Prepares and completes routine and annual financial reports for internal and external use. Reviews the work of subordinates for completeness and accuracy; evaluates and makes recommendations as appropriate; offers training, advice and assistance as needed. Ensures department compliance with all policies, procedures, rules, and regulations. Supervises staff with supervisory duties that include instructing, assigning, reviewing, and planning work of others; maintains standards; coordinates activities; allocates personnel; selects new employees; acts on employee issues; approves and implements employee discipline; and recommends employee transfers, promotions, demotions, discharge and salary changes. Oversees TRIM, special assessments, and the Budget Adoption process. Performs other duties as assigned. Does E.O.D (End of day report) of moneys brought in by the water utility.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of principles and practices of public administration, office administrative practices and procedures, including records management. Knowledge of and experience with accounts receivable, accounts payable, purchase orders, fixed assets and payroll systems and the demonstrated ability to oversee and supervise technical and clerical staff performing those duties. Knowledge of governmental accounting principles and practices. Ability to assist in the preparation of governmental financial reports (GAAP). Ability to clearly communicate both verbally and in writing. Ability to interact effectively with various departments and outside vendors/customers. Ability to make computations and tabulations with speed and accuracy. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to understand and follow complicated oral and written instructions. Ability to use a computer; computer network workstation; 10-key calculator; telephone; copy machine; fax machine; and cellular phone. Education and/or

Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting with 4-5 years’ experience in a government entity managing financial processes; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Masters degree and CGFO or CPA preferred. Environment & Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. Compensation This position is a non-exempt position. Minimum $16.35 – Maximum $22.12 – hourly Benefits include 80% of the employees’ Health Insurance paid by the Town. Retirement in the Florida League of Cities (401A) Retirement the Town Matches 7.5% of Pay Monthly. Paid time off includes vacation ten working days total of (80 Hours) after six month probation period. Sick time 5 Days (40 Hours) per year. One personal holiday (8 Hours) per year. Please attach resume and fill out application at Welaka-fl.gov The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel in this position. An individual must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $16.35 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Overtime Work Location:

In person