Director of Finance And Accounting Position Available In Miami-Dade, Florida

The Director of Finance & Administration is responsible for all administrative, financial, and customer service functions of the business office in the city.

Essential Functions:

Directs, coordinates, and supervises administrative, financial and service functions of office. Develops the Annual Operating Budgets for the Water and Sewer Enterprise Funds. Develops the 10 Year Capital Investment Plan for the Water and Sewer Enterprise Funds. Provides long and short-range revenue forecasting. Manages accounting, billing, budgeting and payroll activities. Performs revenue analysis and assists with setting yearly usage rates in cooperation with the Water & Sewer Director. Develops proposals for new charge models with the goal of complete cost recovery. Researches, investigates, and applies for all current grant and loan programs including those offered by the MWRA, DEP, and Clean Water Trust Fund. Manages the financial aspects of MWRA grant and loan programs, including all required reporting. In conjunction with City Treasurer, manages bond schedules and ensures on-schedule payment of debt service payments. Performs cost/benefit and ‘make/buy’ analysis of proposed vendor contracts. Oversee water and sewer billing, lien activity, and water shut-offs for non-payment. Monitors departmental spending and makes recommendations for budget adjustments. Manages all contracts and contract renewals. Coordinates with Departmental personnel the development of contract specifications for procurement purposes. Reviews revenue receipts and entries for proper posting in accounting system. Manages customer service staff responsible for providing centralized reception, work request and complaint services. Establishes administrative and operational controls to record and monitor departmental activities (i.e., attendance, overtime, project costs). Participates in developing and implementing departmental policies and procedures. Responds to all requests for public information.

Requirements:

Recommended Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting – CPA preferred . Financial experience with Public Utilities preferred.