City Of Monroe Wa - Monroe, WA
posted 6 months ago
The Finance Manager position for the City of Monroe, WA, is a full-time role that involves supervising staff in various finance activities, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records, and providing guidance to the finance department. The Finance Manager will perform complex accounting activities that require full professional competency and will be responsible for recommending policies and procedures, analyzing and auditing financial records for completeness and compliance with established policies. This role also includes designing new systems or modifying existing ones to maintain accurate records of the city's assets, liabilities, and financial transactions. In addition to these responsibilities, the Finance Manager will prepare a variety of complex reports, statements, and documents related to major financial projects. The position requires close collaboration with the Finance Director, particularly in areas such as city investments and bond issues. The Finance Manager will receive general direction and spot check supervision from the Finance Director while also providing guidance and instruction to other employees in the finance department regarding customer service, utility billing, payroll, accounts payable (AP), and accounts receivable (AR). The role includes participating in performance evaluations and the hiring of new employees, ensuring the accuracy of the General Ledger, and making necessary adjustments to ensure that revenues and expenses are properly coded. Monthly reconciliations of the city's bank accounts, utility billing, and various general ledger accounts are also key responsibilities. The Finance Manager will manage the city's fixed asset inventory, assist with budget preparation, maintain accurate records for state audits, and manage the finance department's record retention program. Attendance at council meetings and serving as the accounting liaison for federal grant programs are additional duties of this position.