Comptroller Position Available In Dutchess, New York

Comptroller 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars 807 Route 52, Fishkill, NY 12524

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Comptroller is responsible for analyzing and overseeing the Town of Fishkill’s accounting and budgeting functions, including a variety of routine and complex transactions, analytical, administrative, financial and technical records and to assist in preparing, reviewing and maintaining the Town’s Operating and Capital Budgets (All Funds). This position performs professional accounting and auditing services enforcing internal accounting controls and compliance with internal and external reporting requirements. The Comptroller is required to exercise considerable independent judgment in administering and managing the efficiency and effectiveness of all areas under his/her direction and control. This is an exempt class position responsible for the general oversight of the fiscal affairs of a municipality. The incumbent works under the administrative supervision of the Town Supervisor and reports to the Town Board.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

1. Maintains records of appropriations, encumbrances, and expenditures, and prescribes approved methods of accounting for all units of local government; 2. Certifies the availability of funds for all requisitions, contracts, purchase orders and other documents for which the municipality incurs financial obligations; 3. Prescribes the form of receipts, vouchers, bills and claims otherwise prescribed by the State Comptroller; 4. Supervises/manages the Finance department staff; including training and staff development. 5. Performs audits and certifies for payment all lawful claims or charges; 6. Performs audits of financial records and accounts of all units of the government; 7. Timely submits reports to the governing body; 8. Has all the powers and performs all the duties conferred or imposed by law; 9. Directs the annual year-end financial system closeout process ensuring all general ledger reconcilement, accruals, and various year-end adjustments and entries are accurate and complete; oversees the annual external audit. 10. Prepares various financial reports or financial analysis as requested. 11. Ensures timely payment of all debt/bond obligations. 12. Assists with training on budget preparation and financial compliance; makes recommendations to resolve issues and improve procedures, processes and accountability related to financial matters throughout the Town’s departments. 13. Performs other duties as assigned.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Good knowledge of financing, major economic objectives and policies; good knowledge of budget preparation and financial forecasts; knowledge of operational adjustments due to tax revisions; knowledge of internal auditing and process re-engineering; knowledge of insurance coverage and protection against property losses and potential liabilities; strong interpersonal skills and comfortable with interacting with all levels of Town management; and physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major in accounting or business administration. Ten (10) years of accounting and auditing experience increasingly responsible experience in a governmental or equivalent accounting environment. Five (5) years of the required experience must have been in a supervisory capacity. Three (3) years of the required experience must have been in internal auditing capacity.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

The position of Town Comptroller is an exempt, at-will management position. The Comptroller is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the Town Board.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$110,000.00 – $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to Friday People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person