What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Director / Deputy City Manager position at IOWA DISASTER HUMAN RESOURCE COUNCIL?
The Finance Director / Deputy City Manager works closely with the City Manager, City Clerk and Department Heads in accomplishing the goals and directives of the City Council; monitors the financial activities of the City; does related work as required; oversees the work of the finance assistants; and in the absence of the City Manager or City Clerk, serves in their stead. This position is appointed by the City Council, and works under the general direction of the City Manager, Mayor and City Council.
Essential Duties
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other
duties may be required and assigned.
- Primary responsibility will be project driven, with emphasis on coordinating workflow with the City Manager, City Clerk and City Department Heads
- Prepare the City budget in cooperation with City Manager and department heads for the Council's study and approval
- Monitor the City budget, overall financial position and financial functions of the City, in coordinations with the City Manager
- Attend all meetings of the City Council; work as part of the administrative team to accomplish and oversee all projects, functions and services of the City Financial planning and financial analysis including review of financial records, monitor and review rate structure for enterprise funds
- Direct the maintenance of an accounting system for the City government and its agencies in a manner consistent with established and accepted municipal accounting principles and practices and in sufficient detail to produce adequate cost, financial and statistical data for management purposes and to meet statutory requirements
- Responsible for the City’s purchasing program; directs the process & establishes financial protocols
- Direct the approval, audit and certification of all claims against the City for payrolls, goods and services
- Coordinates & oversees the City’s property & liability insurance programs
- Establishes process & protocols for inventory & fixed asset control
- Compile statements of current operating and capital outlay expenditures and practices of accounting and auditing
- Provide back-up and support to the City Clerk
- Other duties as assigned
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position directly supervises two Finance Assistants.
Skills & Knowledge Requirements
the public
preferred
Education Requirements
Graduation from an accredited college or university with emphasis in accounting and public administration and four
years of responsible administrative & managerial experience; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Previous municipal or county government experience is required.
Personal & Leadership Characteristics
The ideal candidate for Finance Director / Deputy City Manager will be a thoughtful, self-driven & collaborative leader. The person will be personable, progressive and an excellent communicator, with a history of follow through in their work. The Finance Director / Deputy City Manager should be prepared to be involved in the community and seek to bring people together to foster a cohesive team. Additional requirements include :
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
The salary range is $111,646 - $145,504 DOE plus an excellent benefit package with :
TO APPLY : Email cover letter & resume to hr@spenceriowacity.com. Visit >
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Salary : $111,646 - $145,504
