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Job Description Summary :

Reporting to and under the direction of the City Controller, the Deputy Controller is responsible for managing and overseeing the general accounting functions, including, but not limited to accounts payable, accounts receivable, Project Accounting, Grant Accounting, and the general ledger. The successful candidate will manage the accounts payable / specialist within the finance department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Assist the Controller in the following activities :
• Plans and directs the City’s fiscal policies; analyzes operations to evaluate performance of the City and its staff in meeting objectives and to determine areas of potential cost reduction, program improvement, or policy change.
• Directs and coordinates the City’s financial and budget activities to fund operations, maximize investments and increase efficiency.
• Supervises the preparation and issuance of the tax bills, and the collection of taxes. Oversees the disbursement of taxes to other local units of government. Supervises the collection of taxes, fees, and other receipts in accordance with laws and regulations.
• Oversee and manage the day-to-day accounting operations and maintenance of General Ledger and Accounting Books
• Manage project accounting Activities establishing and maintaining Project GL accounts
• Asses current practices and procedures, and make recommendations for improvements
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Maintain fixed asset register and fixed asset accounting in the general ledger
• Prepare Bank Reconciliation monthly
• Accrual accounting, audit work papers and year end closing
• Carry out Grant Accounting, filing for reimbursements and Grant financial reporting.
• Work with external auditors to ensure correct and timely closing and reporting at year-end
• Oversee the vendor payments to ensure vendors are paid correctly and timely
• Carryout year end reporting to various governmental entities
• Track and reconcile project fees and expense budgets
• Communicates with department heads and management regarding department budgets
• Monitor and analyze accounting data and produce financial reports or statements
• Perform ad hoc analysis and projects as requested
• Help with quarterly and year-end financial audit activities and financial audit controls
• Any other assignment as directed by the Controller or City Manager

Skills and Abilities :

Education and Experience :

Employment Type : Full Time

Years Experience : 5 - 10 years

Salary : $85,000 - $110,000 Annual

Bonus / Commission : No