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Position:
Finance Director
Company:
Indiana Township - Pittsburgh, PA , United States
Job Description:
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Send resume & salary requirements no later than April 1st to: Holly Sammartino, Director of Administration and Community Services, Indiana Township, 3710 Saxonburg Blvd. Pittsburgh, PA 15238 or e-mail; [email protected]
Class Title: Director of Finance
Department: Administration
Date: January 22, 2026
GENERAL PURPOSE:
Performs a variety of supervisory, professional, administrative and technical accounting and finance functions in maintaining the fiscal records and systems of the Township.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Works under the general direction of the Township Manager and Director of Administration.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manages and supervises assigned operations to achieve goals within available resources; plans and organizes workloads and staff assignments; trains, motivates and evaluates assigned staff; reviews progress and directs changes as needed.
Assures that assigned areas of responsibility are performed within budget; performs cost control activities; monitors revenues and expenditures in assigned area to assure sound fiscal control; prepares annual budget requests; assures effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel, materials, facilities, and time.
Determines work procedures, and expedites workflow; studies and standardizes procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness of operations.
Prepares a variety of studies, reports and related information for decision-making purposes.
Serves as chief financial advisor to the township manager.
Establishes and maintains internal control procedures and assures that state and national standard accounting procedures are maintained.
Maintains financial records.
Develops financial studies and plans. Forecasts, estimates, and monitors the financial condition of the Township to assure the fiscal well being of the Township.
Prepares financial reports.
Oversees the central computerized financial and management information system of the Township.
Assists in budget preparation and execution.
Handles/Oversees the posting and reconciliation of ledgers and accounts.
Directs the preparation of state and Federal reports, including tax reports.
Oversees payroll and accounts payable processing.
Oversees utility and other billings.
Oversees the investment of Township funds.
PERIPHERAL DUTIES:
Develops finance related ordinances and resolutions.
Represents the Township at various conferences and meetings.
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field, and/or
• Progressively responsible municipal accounting experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Considerable knowledge of local governmental finance and accounting; considerable knowledge of internal control procedures, management information systems, office automation and computerized financial applications; considerable knowledge of public finance and fiscal planning; considerable knowledge of payroll and accounts payable functions; working knowledge of budgetary, accounting and reporting systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products and accounting software applications;
• Ability to prepare and analyze financial reports; ability to maintain efficient and effective financial systems and procedures; ability to effectively supervise staff; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, township officials; and the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Regular office hours are 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Monday through Friday.
• Occasional evening and weekend attendance is required for meetings, seminars and conferences.
• Work is generally performed in an office setting with a quiet environment.
• Occasional work is performed in a public meeting setting where microphones and a sound system are utilized.
• The employee must occasionally visit other Township buildings and properties as part of this job.
• The employee may occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds.
• The employee is required to use a computer, telephone, photocopier, and other related office equipment.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Contact Information
Ann Moss3710 Saxonburg Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA 15238
Pittsburgh, PA 15238, United States
Phone: 4127675333
Fax: NA
[email protected]
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