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City Clerk /

Finance Director City of Porterdale, Georgia Position Type:

Full-Time Salary:

Competitive, based on qualifications and experience The City of Porterdale is seeking a highly organized and experienced professional to serve as City Clerk/Finance Director . This key leadership position oversees the City's financial operations, maintains official records, and serves as Clerk to the Mayor and City Council. Essential Duties Serve as Clerk to the Mayor and City Council, including attending meetings and preparing official minutes. Maintain and preserve city ordinances, resolutions, contracts, records, and the official city seal. Coordinate public hearing notices, meeting advertisements, and bid publications. Oversee municipal elections, including election notices, poll worker coordination, and reporting requirements. Manage the City's treasury operations and serve as custodian of municipal funds. Assist with the preparation and administration of the annual operating and capital budgets. Maintain the general ledger and oversee financial reporting for all city funds. Prepare monthly financial reports and monitor budget performance. Coordinate property tax processes, millage rate advertisements, and related reporting. Perform other related duties as assigned. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a closely related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and progressively responsible experience in municipal government, finance, accounting, or public administration. Two or more years of management or supervisory experience. Knowledge of municipal finance, budgeting, accounting principles, and public administration. Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment. Ability to become bonded. Why Join Porterdale? This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a historic and growing community while working closely with elected officials, staff, and residents. Porterdale is a historic mill town of about 1,800 people in fast -growing Newton County Georgia. It is truly a "place" and you will recognize that as soon as you arrive. Our town, located on the banks of the Yellow River, is a classic example of an early 20th century Southern mill village. Almost the entire town is on the National Register of Historic Places. Porterdale is adjacent to Covington, 30 minutes east of Atlanta Application Process Qualified candidates should submit a: Cover Letter; Resume; and Professional References to the attention of Monika Singh at msingh@cityofporterdale.com or by mail to City of Porterdale P.O. Box 667 2800 Main Street Porterdale, Ga. 30014 Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The City of Porterdale is an

Equal Opportunity Employer Pay:

$65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person