Deputy Finance Director

About the role

The Deputy Finance Director is a key position in the Finance Department reporting to the Finance Director. This position directs, manages, supervises and coordinates the day-to-day activities and operation of the Finance Department including the activities of payroll processing, accounts payable, and financial statement preparation; provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Finance Director; The position requires independent judgment and decision-making skills. This position will have frequent interaction with members of the public and outside agencies and serves as the acting Finance Director in his/her absence.

Responsibilities

• Manage and participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, polices and priorities for assigned programs; recommend and administer policies and procedures.
• Reconciliation of all bank accounts.
• Prepare monthly financial reports for City Council.
• Prepare and review financial statements, ledgers, and complex financial reports concerning operating, capital and grant funds.
• Cookordination the annual independent financial audit and special audits by other governmental agencies including preparation of audit work papers and reconciliations.
• Compile fiscal estimates and prepare special financial reports as required.
• Assist with preparation and administration of the Finance Department and City’s annual budget and Supplemental Appropriation as necessary.
• Research and analyze transactions to resolve general ledger/budget issues.
• Prepare and submit annual Unclaimed Property.
• Maintain Fixed Asset Records.
• Assist other City departments with fiscal and accounting needs.
• Provide training and support for the position of Finance Specialist.

Requirements

• Knowledge of state and federal payroll laws; and Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable processes required.
• Perform Payroll and Accounts Payable duties in the event of the Finance Specialist’s absence.
• Maintain accurate records and supporting materials for all transactions.
• Protect the safety and security of records and reports; assist Finance Director with the Finance Department record retention activities.
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; maintain awareness of new trends and developments in the field of municipal accounting; incorporate new developments as appropriate.
• Serve as the acting Finance Director when assigned in absence of Finance Director.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field and two (2) to five (5) years of experience performing accounting and/or financial management responsibilities in the public or private sector.
• Or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certified Public Accountant or Certified Public Finance Officer through GFOA a plus.
• Valid IL Driver’s License.

Benefits

This position comes with an excellent benefit package that includes health, dental, vision, & life insurance, paid time off, plus an IMRF pension. We offer a excellent benefit package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, pension, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and paid time off.