Division Controller - Public Works

City of Clearwater•Clearwater, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under administrative direction, the Controller supervises, monitors, and performs financial and accounting work in the operation and direction of the City of Clearwater's financial accounting systems and processes. This current posting is for the Public Works Department.

Requirements

A valid State driver's license is required.
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field
four (4) years of professional accounting experience
Knowledge of professional accounting principles and practices of government financial operations
Knowledge of government accounting and budgeting practices
Knowledge of application of data processing to accounting systems and financial analysis
Knowledge of influence of law on governmental accounting
Knowledge of office practices, procedures, and equipment
Knowledge of personnel supervision, management, and oversight
Knowledge of record keeping, report preparation, filing methods, and records
Knowledge of general office policies and procedures; computers and general office equipment
Skill in organizing work and setting priorities to meet deadlines
Skill in preparing and monitoring accounting statements and reports
Skill in analyzing and interpreting fiscal and accounting data
Skill in supporting payroll, budget, purchasing, inventory control, and computer systems staff
Skill in performing general office and clerical work
Skill in preparing accurate accounting reports and statements
Skill in establishing and maintaining strong office relationships
Skill in operating a computer and related software

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant is preferred.
two (2) years of responsible government accounting or auditing is preferred.

Responsibilities

Applies and implements principles, practices, and techniques of professional accounting to the creation, modification, installation, maintenance, and operation of government accounting systems as may be required to assure appropriate records of all financial transactions.
Supervises, oversees, manages, and monitors the maintenance of all financial and budgetary records; ensures the accurate recordation, application, and presentation of financial and accounting data for the City and its departments.
Oversees, mentors, and supervises payroll, purchasing, warehouse, and inventory control functions; provides direction and leadership for personnel performing work in these functions; monitors workflow and output ensuring accuracy, transparency, and efficiency.
Prepares, creates, and files annual and interim financial reports to management, regulatory agencies, and other interested parties; manages and monitors the debt portfolio for the City and handles debt service payments and outstanding bond issues.
Assists, supports, and participates in the development, installation, and maintenance of internal control procedures which provide for the continued monitoring of expenditure and receipt transactions in all assigned activities.
Interprets, reviews, and delivers accounts, reports, and records to management as required; provides verified financial and accounting information which accurately represents department status and overall City success.
Scrutinizes records, transactions, entries, and statements for propriety and accuracy.
Establishes, develops, and implements workflow models and control systems to improve quality and efficiency of operations; prepares and provides fixes asset reports and system reporting.
Develops policy and standard operating procedures (SOP) and monitors staff adherence to city wide policies and procedures and SOP's.
Performs customer service and other duties as assigned.