PURPOSE OF POSITION
To plan, direct, manage and oversee the activities and operations of the Finance Department including general accounting functions, budget preparation and compliance, financial reporting, banking and investment services, risk management services, auditing, utility billing, treasury, and debt management; to coordinate assigned activities with other departments and outside agencies; and to provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to the City Manager. Serves as a member of the Executive Team and reports to the City Manager.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Work is done under the direction of the City Manager, or designee.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Tasks listed are intended to be descriptive and not restrictive. (An employee in this classification may perform any of the tasks listed; however, these examples do not include all the tasks that an employee may be expected to perform.)

1. Prepare City and Urban Renewal Agency budget in accordance with State and City requirements.
2. Establish, within City policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; allocate resources accordingly.
3. Manage department consisting of Utility Billing Clerk, Accounting Clerk and Accountants.
4. Oversee City-wide financial and accounting services including accounts payable, utility billing, customer service, payroll and benefits administration; establish procedures to ensure strong fiscal controls; monitor and audit cash handling procedures in all departments.
5. Establish, implement and enhance accounting and internal control systems, policies and procedures in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles; ensure City assets are accounted for and properly used.
6. Direct and manage the City’s investment program and portfolio; develop and monitor investment policies and procedures to comply with prudent fiscal practices.
7. Contributes as a member of the City Management Team and makes decisions in the best interest of the city.
8. Perform debt management functions; ensure compliance with bond ordinances, bond coverage and loan agreements; ensure all principal and interest payments are made.
9. Assume responsibility for the City’s insurance coverage including liability, property, auto, physical damage, equipment and machinery; review and assess risk management exposure; make recommendations to mitigate liability.
10. Provide staff assistance to the City Manager; participate on a variety of committees; prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
11. Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
12. Perform related work as required.