Assistant Finance Director
City Of Oakwood - Oakwood, OH
posted 4 months ago
About the position
The City of Oakwood is seeking a dedicated and experienced professional for the full-time position of Assistant Finance Director within the Finance Department. This role is pivotal in supporting the Finance Director in managing the financial operations of the city. The Assistant Finance Director will be responsible for a variety of finance-related functions, ensuring that the financial activities align with city ordinances, state and federal laws, and contractual obligations. This position requires a strong background in municipal finance and accounting, as well as the ability to lead and mentor a team of finance professionals. In this role, the Assistant Finance Director will assist in directing, planning, and coordinating the daily activities of the Finance Department. The individual may act as the Finance Director in the absence of the Director, showcasing leadership and decision-making capabilities. Key responsibilities include overseeing payroll and utility operations, ensuring compliance with relevant laws, and assisting in the preparation of monthly and yearly financial reports. The Assistant Finance Director will also be responsible for the daily and monthly balancing of bank accounts, processing accounts payable, and managing contracts in a timely and accurate manner. Additionally, the Assistant Finance Director will support the Vital Statistics department by assisting with the issuance of permits and licenses, as well as reviewing vital statistic reports. The role involves collaboration with external auditors during annual audits and participation in the annual budget preparation process. A significant aspect of this position is leading, managing, developing, mentoring, and evaluating the performance of Payroll and Utility Specialists, ensuring a high level of service and efficiency within the department. The Assistant Finance Director will also respond to inquiries from other departments and the public, providing essential financial information and support.
Responsibilities
- Assists the Finance Director in directing, planning, and coordinating daily activities of the Finance Department.
- May act as Finance Director in the Director's absence.
- Oversees payroll and utility operations to ensure compliance with City Ordinances, State and Federal laws, and specifications per contracts and unions.
- Assists with monthly and yearly city financial reports.
- Responsible for daily and monthly balancing of bank accounts.
- Processes accounts payable and contracts on a timely and accurate basis.
- Assists with Vital Statistics department duties including issuance of food permits, swimming pool licenses, birth certificates/abstracts, and death certificates.
- Assists and/or reviews all monthly, quarterly, and annual vital statistic department reports.
- Assists with external auditors during annual independent audits.
- Assists with annual budget preparation.
- Leads, manages, develops, mentors, and evaluates the performance of Payroll and Utility Specialists.
- Responds to inquiries and provides general and financial information to other departments and the public.
- Remains cross-trained to provide backup coverage and assistance for a full range of office operations.
- Performs all other related duties as required and assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, tax, auditing, or equivalent.
- Five (5) years of experience in municipal finance and accounting, public accounting, or auditing.
- Valid Driver's License.
- Notary Public (may be obtained after employment).
Benefits
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Military leave
- Paid time off
- Employee assistance program
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
