Assistant Finance Director (Full-Time)

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Company: City of Statesville, NC

Location: Statesville, NC 28625

Description:

Salary : $84,572.80 - $139,547.20 Annually
Location : City of Statesville, NC
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202500148
Department: Finance
Division: Finance Administration
Opening Date: 01/29/2025
Closing Date: Continuous

Summary
Assistant Finance Director (Full-Time)
Finance Department
Salary Range & FLSA Status: $84,572.80 -$139,547.20 Exempt
Typical Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am- 5pm or 7am - 4pm
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Please note: For your application to be considered, you must attach your resume along with your completed application.

Job Overview:
Responsible for planning, organizing, and managing assigned activities in the Finance and Customer Service Departments; performs the specialized accountant and supervisory level work for the city and provides significant financial support in the preparation of the annual operating and capital budgets and the City Annual Financial Report (CAFR) preparation.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
NOTE: Employee may be required to respond to a disaster, either natural or man-made, to serve the citizens of Statesville. Service to the citizens during a disaster may result in the assignment of other duties, which will take precedence over duties described in this job description. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the needs of the organization.
  • Administers, manages, plans, and directs the activities of the Accounting Division and assigned staff; evaluates work performance of assigned staff and provides timely feedback; inspires and encourages staff development; addresses and resolves personnel issues.
  • Provides the day-to-day supervision for receiving, disbursing, and accounting of revenues and expenditures for the city.
  • Supervises the accounting, accounts payable, revenue collection, utility billing and collection, utility customer service, fixed assets, assessments, and payroll functions.
  • Reviews internal controls and internal & external customer/staff satisfaction; meets with staff to ensure compliance with city policies, federal laws, and mandated standards.
  • Collaborates with customers/staff concerning policies and procedures to meet the needs of internal controls and the needs of customers (other departments).
  • Directs the maintenance of the city's accounting records and accounting systems; oversees all general ledger entries and approves all general ledger reconciliations.
  • Sets up new accounts and funds for the city in the accounting system.
  • Completes analytical reviews of balance sheet accounts to confirm accuracy; prepares corrections to general ledger.
  • Maintains debt service schedule subsidiary ledgers and processes the semi-annual debt payments.
  • Directs the accounts payable, the accounts receivable, and the grants functions; ensures proper procedures are followed; reviews/oversees fixed asset records.
  • Prepares various weekly and monthly investment reports and records investment transactions.
  • Prepares various financial reports; coordinates and prepares work papers for year-end audit.
  • Assists with budget preparation; makes revenue and expenditure projections; serves as member of the city's budget team.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements
Minimum Education and/or Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field.
  • Three (3) years of accounting experience.

Special Requirements
  • Possession of a valid N.C. driver's license or ability to obtain within 60 days of establishing a permanent residence in North Carolina.

Supplemental Information
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Thorough knowledge of state laws and local ordinances applicable to finance administration.
  • Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, and laws of accounting and municipal bond financing in government.
  • Knowledge of the principles and practices of a municipal purchasing system.
  • Ability to prepare, interpret, and present complex and detailed fiscal/financial reports.
  • Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of employees in fields of accounting, payroll administration, statistical reporting, tax assessment and collection, and investments.
  • Ability to conduct long-range fiscal planning.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with city officials, associates, employees, and the general public.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Job Related Physical Activity Requirements
This position involves sedentary work requiring the exertion of 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involved sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met; vocal communication is required to express thoughts and exchange information; hearing is required to respond to spoken words, and to receive and understand information; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operation of equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.

Working Conditions

The employee is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Benefits At A Glance
Benefits are a valuable part of your total compensation at City of Statesville. Your benefits package provides protection for you and your family with expenses shared by the city or available to you at discounted group rates. Below is a brief summary of the choices available to all eligible regular, full-time employees. Part-time employees' benefits differ from full-time employees' benefits and are listed below. Our current Open Enrollment Guide for City Benefits can be found here:

Full-Time Employee Benefits

Health & Welfare Benefits
  • Health Care Insurance/Prescription Drug Program
  • Lifestyle programs (weight management, Tobacco Cessation, Stress Management)
  • Telehealth Online Appointments 24/7
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Dependent Care Reimbursement (DCFSA)
  • Travel Accident Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Secondary Language Incentive Pay
Retirement Benefits
  • Pension Plan - NC Local Government Employee Retirement System (LGERS)
  • 401(k) Match Prudential
  • Roth 401(k) Prudential
  • 457(b) Nationwide
  • Roth 457(b) Nationwide
  • Fireman's Pension Fund
Time-Off Benefits
  • Twelve (12) Paid Holidays
  • Vacation
  • Sick Leave
  • School Visitation - unpaid, up to 4 hours to attend school activities.
  • Military Differential Pay
Wellness Benefits
  • Health Fair
  • Biometric Screening
  • Flu Shots
  • Statesville Fitness & Activity Center (SFAC)
  • Wellness Activity Calendar
  • See HR for Other Fitness Center Discounts
Additional Benefits
  • Take Home Vehicle (based on position)
  • Working Advantage - Employee Discount Program
  • Christmas Bonus (Based yearly on City Council approval)
  • Employee Appreciation Picnic
  • Veterans Breakfast
  • Service Award Program
  • Career Development (eligible departments)
  • Alternative Work Arrangements available based on departmental needs
  • Cellphone Discounts
  • City Cell Phone (eligible positions)
  • Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
Voluntary Benefits
  • Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Hospital Indemnity
  • Critical Illness
  • Group Accident Insurance
  • Whole Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Supplemental Life insurance
Safety Benefits (Eligibility: Based on job position)
  • Boot Vouchers - yearly
  • Safety Glasses - every (2) years
  • Hearing Tests - yearly
  • Uniforms (eligible departments)
Police Department Benefits
  • Law Enforcement Officers' Separation Allowance
  • Degree Incentive
  • Certification Incentive
  • Special Unit Incentive
  • Shift Differential Pay
  • 401(k) 5% Contribution
  • Uniform Stipend (based on position)

01

Do you have a bachelor's degree (or higher) in accounting or a related field?
  • Yes
  • No

02

Do you have at least three (3) years of accounting experience?
  • Yes
  • No

03

Do you have a valid driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

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