Finance Director

Employee Type :  Full-Time Industry :  Government - Civil Service Manages Others :  Yes Job Type :  Finance Education :  4 Year Degree Experience :  At least 10 year(s) Post Date :  5/13/2012 Contact Information Phone : 407-656-4111 Fax : 407-877-2795  Description

                                                            CITY OF WINTER GARDEN

                                                           Classification Description

 

CLASSIFICATION TITLE:                                                     FLSA Status:    E

DEPARTMENT:  Finance Department                                                             Pay Grade:  TBD

 

 

WORK OBJECTIVE

 

Under direction of the City Manager or his/her designee, performs highly professional accounting work involving all fiscal operations of the City’s Finance Department. Employees in this job classification are responsible for management of accounting and related staff.  Position ensures all work is performed according to generally accepted standard accounting principles, procedures, departmental guidelines, and regulatory requirements applicable to the work.  Employee works with a high degree of independence and initiative, and may confer with his/her supervisor as needed.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

 

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. Management may assign duties not listed herein as deemed necessary.

 

Plans, develops and administers all departmental policies and procedures of all administrative aspects of the departments in order to achieve established goals and objectives. Supervises and evaluates staff. Performs accounting work according to generally accepted standard accounting principles, established procedures, departmental guidelines, and regulatory requirements Prepares annual budget; directs and oversees audits; approves and controls disbursements of funds for the entire City. Directs accounting/payroll activities, systems and reporting as needed and directed. Performs highly advanced accounting and finance work involving the organization and interpretation of the city's financial records, and the managing of City funds and investments. Advises City Manager, department heads and other officials on accounting policies, and provides information regarding finances, budgeting or expenditure allowances. Performs related duties as directed when such duties are logical/appropriate assignment to position. Directs the treasury collection activity and custody of public funds.  Oversees the investment of City funds and the payment of bond obligations.  Directs the office and activities of the Utility Billing Division. Responsible for the administration of the Pension funds.  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

           

Bachelor’s  Degree (Master’s preferred) in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, Public Administration or related field; with ten (10) years experience in municipal finance administration, including four (4) years in management of professional accounting / finance staff; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.  CPA certification preferred.

 

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