Job Details
Position:
Finance Director
Company:
Township of Hampton - Allison Park, PA , United Sates
Job Description:
Finance Director
Immediate Supervisor: Municipal Manager
Examples of Duties and Responsibilities:
- Supervises the Finance Department under the guidance of the Controller and Municipal Manager.
- Supervises the IT Department with the assistance of the IT Administrator.
- Provides technical and staff assistance on short and long-term financial matters to all Township Departments as well as the Controller and Township Council.
- Oversees Township procurement, purchasing, accounts payable and accounts receivable functions in compliance with internal controls, the Township’s Purchasing Manual, and state and federal regulations
- Administers Township payroll and benefits programs with Finance Department staff
- Assists the Township Manager, Department Heads and Controller with the development of the Township’s annual budget
- Assists the Township Manager, Assistant Manager, and Department Heads with personnel management and human resources matters
- Coordinate and manage the process for all external audits, including the annual independent financial audit, grant audits, compliance audits, and any other examination of Township financial records
- Establish and maintain internal controls procedures that comply with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and GASB standards
- Prepare monthly financial reports and complete reconciliations of Township accounts
- Oversee all cash management functions and ensure proper execution of the investment program in accordance with Township policies and applicable state laws.
- Serves on Township’s pension advisory committee, and oversees the administration of the Township’s retirement plans including defined benefit and defined contribution pension plans, including coordinating with actuary and investment advisors.
- Manages all aspects of Township debt service, including timely payment of debt obligations, compliance with all debt covenants and reporting requirements through the MSRB, advise on issuance of new debt in conjunction with advisors and bond counsel, and act as primary contact for bond rating agencies.
- Develop requests for proposals for professional services on an as-needed basis.
- Maintain financial and personnel records in compliance with state and federal laws.
- Complete other assignments as directed.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Thorough knowledge public sector and municipal finance, payroll and accounts payable/receivable functions, and generally accepted accounting principles.
- Familiarity with GASB, financial records management, and auditing standards
- Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to explain complex financial, accounting, debt service and investment issues in a simple, professional, and direct manner.
- Ability to establish effective working relationships with Township staff, consultants, and vendors.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality when necessary.
- Competence to maintain records and prepare reports on matters pertinent to finance, purchasing, and payroll in the Township.
Work Environment and Physical Demands
- The primary work environment is an office setting, though on occasion responsibilities may arise that require visit to off-site locations
- Work requires walking, ability to use hands to handle or feel objects, and occasionally lifting up to 40 pounds of weight
Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree from an accredited university in accounting, finance, business, public administration, or a closely related field
- Minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in finance or municipal finance.
- Additional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) may be substituted for experience and education
Position Status
Full-Time, FLSA Exempt
Contact Information
Ryan Jeroski3101 McCully Road
Allison Park, PA 15101
Phone: 412-486-0400
Fax: NA
[email protected]
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