(Note: The duties and responsibilities enumerated in this job description are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications and salary level for all positions in this class. They are not intended to include all the job duties of all positions in the job classification. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described.)

Develops, manages, and implements policies and procedures for the operations of the Finance Department.

Acts in the absence of and on behalf of the Finance Director and assists with planning, organizing, and directing fiscal and management control functions.

Coordinates with and assists internal and/or independent auditors by providing information required for audits.

Compiles forecasts of overall revenue and expenditure projections.

Reviews, monitors expenditures, reports and other financial documents and authorizes payment of expenses/expenditure funds.

Prepares and presents financial reports including expenditures, commitments, and revenue data.

Monitors and ensures continued timely maintenance of the County’s financial management system.

Ensures that accurate internal ledgers and records are maintained and are reconciled periodically with reports generated by the financial accounting system.

Implements, interprets, and enforces standards, policies, and related rules and regulations.

Provides financial information to other departments, elected officials, and the public.

Conducts financial analyses, prepares reports, monitors and reviews all functions of the Finance Office, including information technology, and initiates appropriate action as required.

Directs the planning, organization and maintenance of central accounting systems and supervises the orderly and timely processing of all accounting transactions.

Monitors the information technology operation and works closely with the ITS. Manager to ensure its efficient and uninterrupted functioning.

Ensures financial staff are appropriately trained in the City’s systems of record and on citywide policies and procedures.

Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Advanced knowledge of Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) standards, recommended practices and policies, rules and regulatory reporting requirements.

Advanced knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and their application to the accounting entries, records and reports of the City of Annapolis.

Knowledge of Federal, state, and local laws, regulations and court decisions applicable to assigned areas of responsibility.

Knowledge of financial systems, procedures, controls and fiscal administration principles and practices.

Advanced knowledge of auditing and reporting systems, cost benefit analysis, accounting reports, warrants, and other financial forms.

Knowledge of the capabilities, operating characteristics, and advanced functions of a variety of office automation software, (e.g., database, spreadsheet, work processing, presentation, etc.).

Skill in auditing technical records and reports for compliance and evaluation purposes.

Skill in operating personal computer and standard office software including databases and spreadsheet files.

Skill in researching and preparing complex, technical financial reports.

Skill and ability to use good judgment, tact and courtesy to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, governmental officials and the general public.

Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of subordinate employees in the specialized fields of accounting, payroll administration, statistical reporting, and tax collections.

Ability to prepare clear, concise, accurate and timely financial and other reports and statements either orally or in writing.

Ability to perform on-the-job training to new staff members in accordance with established procedures and practices.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in accounting, finance, business or similar, from an accredited university; and five (5) years of professional experience in public finance administration at the level of Senior Accountant, including extensive supervisory experience and progressively responsible experience in local government. An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.

Special Qualifications:

None

Preferred Qualifications:

Possession of a valid and current Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license preferred.