What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Director position at Town of Montville?
The Town of Montville is seeking a full-time, Director of Finance. We offer a competitive salary, along with an excellent benefits package.
Our package includes, Health and Dental, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Automatic enrollment into the Connecticut Municipal Employee Retirement System (CMERS), Voluntary 457b Retirement Plan, Voluntary Supplemental Insurance Benefits to include Cancer and Accident Plans, HSA contribution provided by The Town and stipend provided for waiver of medical coverage, Vacation and generous Sick/PTO policy, including all federal holidays, a Floating Holiday and your birthday!
Working under the direction of the Mayor, this leadership role requires an experienced individual that can effectively manage and oversee all aspects of the daily operations of the Finance Department, including supervisory responsibilities of all department employees performing work for the Town, and execute the financial control functions for the Town in a prudent and timely manner.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervises the positions of the Finance Department.
Manages and supervises assigned operations to achieve goals within available resources; plans and organizes workloads and staff assignments; trains, motivates and evaluates assigned staff; reviews progress and directs changes as needed.
Provides leadership and direction in the development of short and long range plans; gathers, interprets, and prepares data for studies, reports and recommendations; coordinates department activities with other departments and agencies as needed.
Provides professional advice to supervisors; makes presentations to supervisors, boards, commissions, civic groups and the general public.
Communicates official plans, policies and procedures to staff and the general public.
Assures that assigned areas of responsibility are performed within budget; performs cost control activities; monitors revenues and expenditures in assigned area to assure sound fiscal control; prepares annual budget requests; assures effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel, materials, facilities, and time.
Determines work procedures, prepares work schedules, and expedites workflow; studies and standardizes procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness of operations.
Issues written and oral instructions; assigns duties and examines work for exactness, neatness, and conformance to policies and procedures.
Maintains harmony among workers and resolves grievances; Performs or assists subordinates in performing duties; adjusts errors and complaints.
Prepares a variety of studies, reports and related information for decision-making purposes.
Serves as chief financial advisor to the Mayor and the Town Council.
Establishes and maintains internal control procedures and assures that state and national standard accounting procedures are maintained.
Supervises the collection of taxes, fees, and other receipts in accordance with laws and regulations.
Maintains financial records.
Develops financial studies and plans. Forecasts, estimates, and monitors the financial condition of the Town to assure the fiscal well being.
Prepares financial reports.
Oversees the central computerized financial and management information system of the Town.
Assists in budget preparation and execution.
Oversees the posting and reconciliation of ledgers and accounts.
Directs the preparation of state and Federal reports, including tax reports.
Trains and develops financial staff.
Oversees payroll and accounts payable processing.
Oversees utility and other billings.
Oversees the investment of Town funds.
PERIPHERAL DUTIES
Develops finance related ordinances and resolutions. Represents the Town at various conferences and meetings.
Perform general management duties for the Mayor as assigned. Performs cost-of-service studies for utility rate considerations.
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
:
(A) Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in accounting, finance, business or public administration, or a closely related field, and five (5) years’ progressively responsible municipal finance work.
:
(A) Considerable knowledge of modern governmental accounting theory, principles, and practices; considerable knowledge of internal control procedures and management information systems; considerable knowledge of office automation and computerized financial applications; considerable knowledge of public finance and fiscal planning; considerable knowledge of payroll and accounts payable functions; working knowledge of budgetary, accounting and reporting systems, GAAFR, GAAP and GASB;
(B) Skill in operating the listed tools and equipment;
(C) Ability to prepare and analyze complex financial reports; ability to maintain efficient and effective financial systems and procedures; ability to effectively supervise staff; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, city officials; ability to communicate effective orally and in writing.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described herein; are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.
The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, and have a deep understanding of governmental accounting, budgeting and financial management. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel is a must. Experience with Munis software is desirable. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. *Must be bondable.
For consideration, please submit your resume along with cover letter by 1/l7/2025 via really, or:
Email to: mdamelia@montville-ct.org
Direct Mail:
Human Resources
c/o Town of Montville
310 Norwich-New London Tpke.
Uncasville, CT 06382
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $100,000 - $125,000