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Salary $7,376 - $9,750 a month job type full-time
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The city of monroe is currently recruiting for a finance managerThis position will supervise staff in various finance activities by assigning work, monitoring progress and evaluating performanceThe finance manager also performs complex accounting activities requiring full professional competencyRecommends policies and procedures; analyzes and audits financial records for completeness and conformance to policies and proceduresDesigns new systems or modifies existing systems to provide records of assets, liabilities, and financial transactions of the cityPrepares a variety of complex reports, statements, and documents for major financial projectsAssists the finance director with city investments and city bond issuesRequires a four-year accounting degree and 3-5 years governmental accounting experienceThis position is open until filledFirst review of applications october 8, 2021
Benefits for this position include, part remote work, 93% employer paid medical/dental/vision premiums for employee and dependents, pers eligible position, hra veba, 3% deferred compensation match, $50,000 life insurance, vacation and sick leave accruals, paid holidays, and access to city-owned workout facilityJob responsibilities
100.00% - ~ receives general direction and spot check supervision by the finance directorProvides guidance and instruction to other employees in the finance department with respect to customer service, utility billing, payroll, ap, and arParticipates in performance evaluations as well as hiring of new employees.
~ responsible for general ledger accuracy to ensure all accounts are in balance with the city fundsMake adjustments to ensure revenues and expenses are coded with appropriate bars numbering.
~ monthly reconciliation of city`s bank accounts to cash and the general ledger.
~ perform monthly reconciliations of utility billing and general ledger accounts receivables, building permitting system to general ledger, and police drug seizure accounts; perform annual audit of police drug seizure accounts.
~ perform monthly custodial and fiduciary fund reconciliations; provide back up for custodial fund distributions and quarterly preparation of leasehold excise tax report.
~ process the city`s monthly court transmittals to the county and state.
~ manage the city`s fixed asset and small and attractive items inventories.
~ provide backup to payroll.
~ accounting and budgeting for all internal service funds and their replacement reserves.
~ provide updated mitigation reports for parks and streets, track revenue and expenditures to ensure funds are spent according to project within time requirements.
~ assist with preparation of the city`s budget and annual financial report.
~ assist the finance director with the maintenance of long range strategic budget projections and the six year utility rate model.
~ maintain accurate records and audit trails for state auditor examination.
~ assist with state and federal audits.
~ manage the finance department record retention and destruction program per state statutes.
~ attend council meetings and council committee meetings as needed.
~ assist the finance director as the accounting liaison for the city`s departments with regards to federal grant programs.
~ perform other duties as directedKnowledge, skills and abilities
Finance manager desired knowledge, skills and abilities - ~ knowledge of general accepted accounting principles, principles and practices of municipal finance including bars.
~ knowledge of legal, policy, and procedural requirements for carrying out financial management functions.
~ ability to recognize accounting problems while reconciling accounts.
~ ability to work with and develop complex excel spreadsheets for various payroll reporting.
~ ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to manage multiple projects concurrently under difficult deadlines.
~ ability to develop, implement and maintain effective record keeping systems, procedures and policies.
~ ability to complete projects from inception to completion with close attention to detail.
~ team building skills including instruction, problem analysis, initiative and decision making, planning and organizingAdaptability/flexibility, stress tolerance and time management.
~ ability to establish and maintain working relationships at various levels.
~ excellent interpersonal skills to deal tactfully and courteously with the public, co-workers, and other city employees.
~ ability to apply independent judgement; ability to express oneself effectively in all avenues of communication.
~ ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion, tact, courtesy, and patience.
~ excellent communication skills.
~ ability to attend evening meetings as neededMinimum qualifications
~ bachelor`s degree with concentration in accounting or business administration.
~ requires 6-8 years progressively responsible experience in governmental accounting with demonstrated leadership skills and at least 3 years` supervisory experience, or any equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the applicant has the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job.
~ strong knowledge of computerized accounting systems and spreadsheetsJob advertisement
About the city of monroe
Monroe is a lively and active community of 20,000 residents located on the skykomish river at the foothills of the cascade mountains just 30 minutes northeast of seattle and 15 minutes southeast of everett and the i-5 corridorThe city is shifting from a small rural community into a diverse, inclusive, and thriving city of regional significanceResidents benefit from quality schools, top-notch parks, and quick access to urban amenities and outdoor activitiesMonroe has a vibrant hispanic community, historic business district, and a strong regional retail and commercial industry serving more than 45,000 people in southeast snohomish countyThe city is home to institutions and events of statewide importance including the evergreen state fairgrounds and evergreen speedway, lake tye triathlon, and nautique wwa wakeboard national championshipsIf you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference in a diverse, inclusive community surrounded by the best the pacific northwest has to offer, monroe is for you! disclaimer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
