Assistant Finance Director

Examples of Work Performed

• Affords assistance to the Finance Director in overseeing and directing department operations.
• Serves as Finance Director in the Director's absence.
• Assumes management responsibility for financial operations and preparation of reports which would include the general ledger, periodic and annual financial reports, cash and debt reconciliation and grant management programs.
• Manages audits, supervises bank reconciliations and all general ledger transactions.
• Reviews and approves ACH/wire transactions completed by staff and collaborates with staff to complete journals and other transactions.
• Collaborates with City Departments on the development of 5-year Capital Improvement Plan, Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, County Auditors Report, annual department and city-wide budgets.
• Oversees Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Accounting functions, including associated staff.
• Assigns work activities for their direct reports (3 FTEs), including projects and programs; reviews and evaluates work products, methods and procedures; meets with staff to identify and resolve problems; assists in selecting, training, motivating and evaluating department personnel; provides and/or coordinates staff training; works with department employees to correct deficiencies; implements corrective action procedures.
• Collaborates with Finance Director in the development and administration of the City’s annual budget which involves monitoring budgets, collaborating with Departments staff, reviewing and approving budget requests.
• Enters monthly supplemental budgets, revenue adjustments and communicates changes to the County Auditor’s office.
• Performs accounting tasks including the monitoring of cash flows, reconciling the general ledger and related accounting records to ensure accuracy; prepares periodic and annual comprehensive financial statements; ensures accuracy and completeness of all statements.
• Reviews invoices, requisitions, journal entries and budget transfers for accuracy in the workflow before final review and signature from Finance Director.
• Completes special reports requested by the Finance Director; may serve as liaison for the Finance Department with other City departments, divisions and outside agencies; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the fields of finance, accounting and taxation.

Typical Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Public Finance, or other closely related field, and a minimum of five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in governmental accounting, including three (3) years of progressively responsible supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO), Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) and/or CPA desired.
• Valid Ohio Driver’s License.

Supplemental Information

• Knowledges, Skills And Abilities:
  • Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP); principles and practices of the governmental accounting standards board.
  • Knowledge of internal controls.
  • Knowledge of good supervisory principles and practices including employee training and development.
  • Knowledge of municipal finance, budget preparation and administration.
  • Knowledge of cash management and investments.
  • Knowledge of debt management and bonding procedures, practices and policies.
  • Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, and Ohio codes and regulations.
  • Skills in reviewing and developing new ideas for operational efficiency or recommending revenue enhancements.
  • Skills in financial software programs and standard office software including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
  • Experience with Tyler MUNIS, SSI:VIP or similar applications desired.
• Ability to interpret extensive variety of technical material from books, journals and manuals; understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules or regulations to specific situations.
• Ability to analyze and implement new procedures and ideas to foster a climate of continual improvement and enhance internal controls.
• Ability through independent judgment to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions or alternatives to difficult financial, personnel or operational issues.
• Ability to develop complex reports; use proper research methods to gather data; communicate effectively in written and verbal form; prepare and deliver speeches and presentations.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, subordinates, vendors, Council members and others.
• Ability to supervise employees which includes commending, motivating, counseling and disciplining employees.
• Ability to handle sensitive inquiries from and contacts with officials and general public.
• Ability to meet all job safety requirements and all applicable safety standards pertaining to the essential functions of the position.
• Health Insurance offered is a high deductible health plan (HDHP) and health savings account (HSA). Monthly premiums are paid by employees at 21%. Deductibles are $2000/$4000 (Single/Family). The City funds 75% of the deductible after successful probationary period expiration as approved by the annual budget.
• Dental Insurance offered through Delta Dental (employee pays 10% of monthly premium).
• Vision Insurance is offered through EyeMed (employee pays 10% of monthly premium).
• AFSCME employees follow their bargaining unit agreement for dental, vision, hearing and life.
• Term Life Insurance is paid by the employer.
• Employees and Employer contribute to Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) or Ohio Police & Fire Pension Fund dependent on position.
• Vacation/Sick Leave accrual is more than adequate.
• Personal Leave/Injury Leave/Funeral Leave/Sick Leave is provided based on Union or Non-Union group.
• Holidays (11 per year) Deferred Comp and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) are offered.