CITY OF GRAND LEDGE – FINANCE DIRECTOR/TREASURER

The City of Grand Ledge (pop. 7200) in Eaton County is seeking a Finance Director/Treasurer. Under the general direction of the City Manager, from an administrative capacity, serves as the Chief Financial Officer, Budget Officer, and Risk Manager for the City. Coordinates and performs the financial, accounting, and treasury functions of the City. Ensures accurate accounting of all City funds, monitors expenditures, oversees the collection of taxes and other receivables, oversees accounts payable, payroll and employee benefits, oversees debt issuance and repayment, and coordinates risk management. The City Treasurer component of the job is considered as an administrative officer per the City Charter. Oversees all finance department employees.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Through an administrative capacity, serves as City’s Budget Officer. Works with other City departments in developing budget requests and revenue and expense projections. Provides guidance on accounting and reporting procedures, account discrepancies, tax regulations, and City fiscal policies. Prepares and administers the annual budget.

2. Oversees and participates in the collection of taxes, fees and other monies due the City. Oversees the preparation and collection of utility billings. Manages legal proceedings relating to delinquent accounts, property seizures, tax auctions, and other collections processes.

3. Plans, organizes, directs and participates in all aspects of department operations. Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures, internal controls and reporting forms in accordance with department needs, City directives and statutory requirements.

4. Hires, trains and supervises personnel, evaluates performance, and oversees professional development. Takes disciplinary action according to established procedures.

5. Maintains all financial records and monitors all accounts of the City. Plans, organizes and performs the financial accounting activities of the City in accordance with accepted fiscal practices, and state and local regulations. Performs accounting of grants and administers grant funds and reporting.

6. Evaluates financial trends and fiscal status, performs cost analysis and feasibility studies, and makes recommendations to the City Manager and City Council. Attends City Council meetings, completes special projects, and makes presentations as requested. Prepares various financial reports required by the City, state, and federal agencies.

7. Works closely with auditors to ensure accuracy of financial reporting. Closes the City’s account books at year-end. Provides documentation and information needed for annual audit.

8. Performs cash management functions including investment of municipal funds. Researches investment options and recommends action to achieve the best possible rate of return.

9. Coordinates the issuance of debt with the City's bond attorney and financial advisor. Provides required documentation to support new debt capacity, ensures debt payments are made on time, and completes necessary reporting requirements.

10. Serves as benefit administrator of the City’s employee benefit programs. Supervises payroll and related year-end reporting.

11. Coordinates with insurance broker for insurance renewals and claims.

12. Serves as procurement of goods and services advisor to department heads.

13. Facilitates the completion of the annual rate study with the outside consultant.

QUALIFICATIONS:

o Educational requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, public administration or related field. Master’s degree preferred.

o Experience requirements include five years of professional accounting or financial management in a municipal setting with some supervisory experience.

o Thorough knowledge of the generally accepted accounting principals (GAAP), practices and legal regulations of municipal finance, budgeting, accounting, debt management and investing.

o Thorough knowledge of the methods and techniques of bookkeeping, accounting, internal controls and financial reporting.

o Thorough knowledge of public management techniques involved in operations management, personnel administration, and labor negotiations.

o Considerable knowledge of insurance program administration, payroll, benefits and risk management.

SALARY: $105,734 - $122,060 commensurate with experience.

HOW TO APPLY: www.cityofgrandledge.com/jobs

Interested applicants should submit a completed application, resume, five (5) professional references, and letter of introduction to:

Adam Smith

City Manager

310 Greenwood St.

Grand Ledge, MI 48837

asmith@cityofgrandledge.com

Deadline: Position Open Until Filled