Finance Director
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06-09-2024
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Finance Director City of Avon Lake
Location: Greater Cleveland OH
Employment Type: Fulltime Onsite
Salary Range: $112000 $167000 per year
About the Role
The City of Avon Lake is seeking a highly skilled Finance Director to serve as the chief fiscal officer and contract administrator. This key leadership role involves overseeing the management of financial records accounts and contract administration programs for the City. The Finance Director will be responsible for maintaining accurate accounting of taxes assessments and all monies due to the Municipality and Municipal Utilities. This role also involves advising the Mayor and Council on budget preparation ensuring compliance with financial regulations and preparing essential financial documents and reports.
Key Responsibilities
Staff Management (20% of time):
- Manage and oversee staff including assigning work conducting performance evaluations and ensuring adherence to policies and procedures.
- Provide training and ensure a safe working environment.
- Make recommendations on hiring termination and disciplinary actions.
Accounting Oversight (20%):
- Direct activities of the accounting function including the administration of processes procedures systems and standards.
- Ensure compliance with federal state and local laws and regulations.
Financial Reporting (20%):
- Review and audit internal financial reports general ledger entries and other documents.
- Identify research and resolve financial issues ensuring deadlines are met.
Budget Management (15%):
- Prepare submit and maintain the annual budget.
- Evaluate revenue records and prepare budget forecasts.
Annual Reporting and Audit Preparation (15%):
- Prepare for and complete annual comprehensive financial reports (ACFR) and other financial documents.
- Respond to auditor questions and resolve identified issues.
Tax and Asset Management (10%):
- Maintain accurate records of taxes assessments and all monies due to the City.
- Manage records with the County Auditor and City s bond counsel.
- Maintain a listing of City assets including vehicles real estate and infrastructure.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor s degree in accounting finance administration public administration business administration or economics.
- A minimum of ten years of administrative accounting experience with at least five years in government accounting.
Certifications/Licenses:
- Valid Ohio Driver s License or ID.
- Preferred Qualification: State of Ohio CPA License.
Knowledge of:
- Managerial principles and financial management practices.
- Budgeting principles and GAAP.
- Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) principles.
- Internal financial control practices and applicable laws and regulations.
- Automated financial systems and report preparation techniques.
Skills in:
- Monitoring and evaluating employee performance.
- Managing financial operations and implementing procedural improvements.
- Preparing and analyzing financial statements and reports.
- Organizing and presenting complex financial data.
- Applying federal state and local laws and regulations.
- Effective communication and interpersonal interactions.
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply promptly.
Join us in managing and safeguarding the financial health of the City of Avon Lake.
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Employment Type
Full Time
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