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    Finance Director - West Fargo, United States - City of West Fargo, ND

    City of West Fargo, ND
    City of West Fargo, ND West Fargo, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Description

    Salary:
    $122, $153,124.00 Annually


    Location :
    West Fargo City Hall


    Job Type:
    Full Time

    Job Number:

    00125


    Department:
    Finance

    Opening Date:

    02/13/2024


    Closing Date:
    Continuous

    Description


    Under administrative direction, the Finance Director is responsible for the management of accounting, debt/treasury management, special assessments, utility billing, budgeting, accounts payable/receivable, payroll and investments of the City.

    This individual also provides management, leadership, and coordination over all areas of fiscal operations, forecasting, and analysis for the City.

    Examples Of Duties


    Directs the daily financial administration of the City; develops, executes, and manages the annual budget; manages investments; reconciles monthly bank statements; prepares various financial statements; performs short-term and long-term financial analysis and planning.

    Assesses risk and provides review of agreements and contracts for financial risk and financial needs and manages proper insurances and levels of coverage.

    Supervises and manages activities and work processes of a staff of professional and clerical employees engaged in maintaining the general ledger, payroll, purchasing, capital asset records, utility accounts, receipt and disbursement of funds, general reception, and budgetary functions of the City.

    Establishes guidelines and policies to ensure effective and efficient operations; organizes regular meetings; reviews, plans, and assigns duties; directs the work of staff; oversees staff training and development; provides work directives and guidance.

    Works with the external auditors to prepare annual, audited financial statements in accordance with GAAP and GASB rules and regulations.

    Arranges for the issuance of bonds and other instruments of debt; manages the debt service funds to ensure adequate revenues are available to settle short-term and long-term debt obligations.

    Manages the City's cash flows and banking arrangements, including the collection of monies due, safeguarding, investment of funds, and payment of monies owed in a timely manner.

    Confers with the City Commission, City Administrator, and department heads concerning financial strategies and needs.

    Implements, directs and monitors internal financial controls, including controls for utility billing, cash receipting, payroll, fixed assets, special assessments, capital projects and construction contracts; oversees the collection and disbursement of City funds; monitors and ensures the compliance of City policies and local, state and federal laws and regulations.

    Attends and/or participates in operational meetings, including department head, Emergency Operations Center, Economic Development, Special Assessment, and City Commission; provides input regarding accounting, funding, budgeting and information requests or directives.

    Manages the coordination of all City elections. Maintains a documented system of accounting policies and procedures, including records archive management. Works safely, follows safe work practices, and identifies and reports unsafe work conditions. Performs other duties as required or assigned.

    Minimum Qualifications

    Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field. Eight or more years of experience in financial management. Three or more years of payroll experience. Five or more years of supervisory experience. Equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.

    Ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with peers, superiors, other City departments, subordinates, vendors, contractors, external government agencies and organizations.

    Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing.

    Preferred Qualifications
    Certified Public Accountant. Experience in local government financial management. Knowledge of North Dakota state laws regarding local government requirements for special assessments and tax assessments.

    High Deductible Health Insurance

    Health Savings Account (HSA) with City Contribution Match

    Dental Insurance

    Vision Insurance

    Flexible Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts

    NDPERS Pension

    Long Term Disability

    Life Insurance

    Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

    Vacation Accruals

    Sick Accruals

    Personal Days

    01

    This is an on-site position, located in West Fargo, North Dakota. Are you willing to physically relocate to this location?

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