Finance Director

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The Finance Director is responsible for directing and coordinating activities concerning areas of accounting, budgeting, debt administration, payroll and accounts payable. This is responsible supervisory finance and budget work in the management of all General Government accounting records, financial and budgeting reports, accounting and budget systems and procedures and risk management programs. Work is performed with a high degree of independence, subject to policy direction by the City Manager.

Essential Job Functions

The following duties provide a general list of tasks. The position may or may not perform all the tasks listed and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and evolving business practices:

• Supervises, directs and evaluates assigned staff, processing employees’ concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining and completing employee performance appraisals. Conducts interviews and make hiring recommendations.
• Coordinates daily work activities, organizes, prioritizes and assigns work, monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work, consults with assigned staff, assists with complex/problem situations, and provides technical expertise.
• Performs research and analysis of various issues as needed.
• Performs general/clerical tasks, which may include answering telephone calls, typing documents, making copies, sending/receiving faxes, filing documentation or processing incoming outgoing mail.
• Provides assistance or back-up coverage to other employees or departments as needed.
• Interprets, applies and ensures compliance with established policies/procedures, governmental accounting standards, and all other laws, codes, rules and regulations.
• Consults with the City Manager to review the city financial operation, prepare various reports for the City Manager and city council.
• Prepares 5-year CIP budget and annual operating budget.
• Provides guidance/assistance to other departments on budget, accounting, purchasing or other issues. Responds to questions or complaints from citizens or city personnel regarding financial issues or department operations.
• Develops and implements policies and procedures pertaining to financial operation and activities; develops and implements internal control systems and procedures to reduce potential errors.
• Balance monthly bank statements, which contain multiple cash accounts.
• (These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related marginal duties as required.)

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, and/or public administration. Minimum 5 years supervisory experience in professional public sector accounting including finance, payroll, budgeting and general accounting or any combination of education and experience that provides the desired knowledge, skills and other characteristics.

LICENCES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license. Applicants who possess a valid out of state driver’s license must obtain the Florida license within ten (10) days of employment. Required to have a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, statutes and ordinances pertaining to municipal fiscal affairs and general and special fund accounting.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of office procedures and equipment including computers and financial application software.
• Skill in supervising professional and clerical personnel.
• Skill in communicating effectively orally and in writing, including the development of accounting policy and procedure manuals.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with Council, City staff and the public.
• Skill in analyzing financial systems, procedures and controls to recommend improvements.

Special Requirements

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Acceptable vision (with or without correction); Acceptable hearing (with or without correction); Bending; Prolonged periods of sitting while using a computer and reviewing financial documents; May require exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally to pick up and move objects; Physical abilities such as manual dexterity, hearing, mental acuity, typing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, visual acuity, and walking are required.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Works primarily in an office setting with standard office equipment (computers, printers, calculators, etc.); Works a standard Monday-Friday schedule, though extended hours may be required during peak financial periods (e.g., tax season, audits, fiscal year-end, etc.); Alternative work schedules may be offered at the discretion of upper management; Interacts with colleagues, customers, and management in a professional manner; Works with sensitive financial information requiring discretion. (Reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.)

The City of Groveland and its Police Department provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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