Job Description
Job Summary :
The Director of Finance plans, organizes, directs, and supervises accounting, auditing, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, utility billing, general ledger, cash management, purchasing, investments, and financial reporting; assists in the planning, development, preparation, and monitoring of the agency budget; assists the overall organization to improve business and financial practices; recommends ways to maximize assets, minimize costs, and augment revenues. KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
Principles, practices and techniques of finance and financial information systems, administration, organization, and operations. Principles and practices of governmental accounting; principles and practices of auditing and financial internal control. Principles and practices of budgeting for ongoing operations and capital improvements. Principles and practices of long-term financial planning. Financial software systems and network-based and internet-based computer applications. Principles, practices, and techniques of effective organization, supervision, and training. Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations, including those related to investments, municipal taxes, and other revenues. Labor relations and public employment practices. Methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation. Proper English, spelling, and grammar for professional internal and external communication. Occupational hazards and standard safety practice to inform the annual insurance renewal process and policies. Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications. Ability to:
Respond to issues, concerns, and needs in a tactful and courteous manner with staff, vendors, and community partners. Adapt to changing technologies and learn functionality of new equipment and systems. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Accept correction and feedback and apply it to performance. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of employees and customers. Analyze complex financial and information system issues, adjust standard operating procedures as necessary to improve organizational effectiveness. Analyze complex budgets, rate setting formulas, and worksheets. Attend evening meetings as required. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & TRAINING
Any combination of education, training, and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities may be qualified for the position, at the sole discretion of the Employer. A typical combination would be:
Education:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in accounting, economics, finance, business, or public administration. A master's degree and/or CPA would be preferred but not required. Experience:
Five (5) or more years of increasingly responsible experience in public sector accounting and finance. At least one (1) year supervisory experience. Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year Education:
Bachelor's (Required) Experience:
increasingly responsible public sector accounting & finance: 5 years (Required) supervisory: 1 year (Required) Work Location:
In person
