Finance Director Position Available In Brevard, Florida

Finance Director City of West Melbourne – 3.7 West Melbourne, FL Job Details $122,072 – $189,212 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Management Writing skills Finance 8 years Public Administration Driver’s License Supervising experience Bachelor’s degree Accounting Business Administration Budgeting Business management Financial management Senior level Accounting Communication skills Full Job Description

THE CITY OF WEST MELBOURNE JOB DESCRIPTION

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

Finance Director Department:

Finance Pay Grade:

23

FLSA Status:

Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

The Finance Director is an executive, administrative position reporting to the City Manager. This position is responsible for planning, directing, coordinating, and controlling the budgeting, accounting, treasury management, billing, and collection of City revenues. Responsibilities include complex data analysis, budget forecasting, overseeing accounts and budgets, and making strategic financial decisions that will promote long-term financial wellbeing. Provides technical supervision to subordinates and participates in the formulation of and execution of broad financial policies. The position has considerable independence and latitude for discretion and authority to exercise professional judgment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Plans, organizes, directs, and controls all financial procedures and methods; organizes, coordinates, and prepares the City budget; administers all treasury functions; responsible for designing, implementing, recording, and controlling all revenue collection, and administers all bond indebtedness of the City. Confers with and advises subordinates concerning challenging work problems in the development and installation of new work procedures and policies; approves and controls disbursement of all funds. Analyzes City fiscal policies, interprets data, formulates the recommendations for action by the City Manager, approves and controls contracts and financial obligations. Plans and effects the investments of all funds; collects, receives, and maintains custody of all funds. Directs and supervises the accounting division, reviews present accounting procedures and policies, and recommends changes or modifications which are designed to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of accounting operations. Coordinates overall accounting activities. Studies present accounting practices to ensure conformance with established policies and procedures; develops and modifies detailed accounting procedures, policies, and systems in order to meet the changing requirements of City administration. Advises Department Heads on accounting policies and interprets and applies them to various City functions. Performs special accounting studies and analyses of various activities of the City government. Prepares special financial statements and reports for the information and guidance of City officials, prepares quarterly reports of financial analyses and budgetary reports on the City’s operating funds. Directs annual audit and preparation of Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. Approves final accounts payables and purchase order electronic requests from all City departments. Participates in special projects as assigned by City Manager at the request of City Council. Performs other related job duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field; eight (8) years of progressively responsible financial management experience, five (5) of which are specifically in governmental budgeting and management, including three (3) years of supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Qualifications:

• Valid Florida Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of governmental finance, revenue administration, and other phases of fiscal management and budget control. Knowledge of principles, methods, and practices of accounting. Knowledge of the principles underlying the laws, ordinances, and regulations governing the financial operations of the City. Knowledge of modern business management practices. Skill in effective communication both verbally and in writing. Skill in the use of computers and applicable software programs. Ability to devise and apply modern accounting procedures. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the installation of accounting systems and procedures. Ability to analyze and interpret fiscal and accounting data. Ability to prepare appropriate statements and reports. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, City Staff members, and the general public. Ability to understand and interpret complex written and oral instructions. Ability to operate various office equipment such as, but not limited to, computer, copier, multi- line telephone.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is sedentary work, which requires exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Requires standing or sitting for sustained periods of time; walking or moving from one work site to another; manual dexterity to pick, pinch, type, or otherwise work primarily with fingers; mental acuity including the ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes; hearing to receive detailed information and to make the discrimination in sound; and the ability to express ideas by means of the spoken word and have close visual acuity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is typically performed in a safe and secure work environment that may experience periodical unpredicted requirements or demands. This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. The City of West Melbourne has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. The City of West Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City of West Melbourne is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, other non-merit based factors, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of West Melbourne will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. __________________________1_0_/_0_1_/_2_0_2_3_ _ ______________________1_0_/_0_1_/_2_0_2_3_ ______ City Manager Signature and Date Human Resources Director Signature and Date _____________________________________ ______________________________________

Employee Signature and Date Supervisor Signature and Date Updated:

10/01/2023