FINANCE MANAGER

Village of Itasca•Itasca, IL

17d•Onsite

About The Position

The Village of Itasca is seeking a qualified, analytical and innovative finance professional to fill a full-time Finance Manager position in the Administration Department. Under the supervision of the Finance Director, the Finance Manager oversees the day-to-day finance operations within the Administration Department and supervises support staff including the Customer Service Representative, AP/Payroll Administrative Assistant, and Utility Billing Coordinator. In this role, the Finance Manager position will oversee front desk operations, cashiering, accounts payable, account receivable, collections, utility billing, and payroll (in conjunction with Human Resources). The Finance Manager also assists the Finance Director with ongoing and annual financial responsibilities including the preparation of the annual tax levy, capital improvement plan, information technology plan, budget, appropriations ordinance, monthly financial report, audit, grant reporting, and ERP implementation and troubleshooting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, business, public administration, or closely related field.
A minimum of 5 years of increasingly responsible finance experience including 2 years in a supervisory and management capacity.
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and their practical application.
Proficiency in financial ERP system(s) and Microsoft 365.
Possession and maintenance of a valid Illinois drivers’ license.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree and/or CPA preferred.
Government experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversees day-to-day finance operations within the Administration Department.
Supervises support staff including the Customer Service Representative, AP/Payroll Administrative Assistant, and Utility Billing Coordinator.
Oversees front desk operations, cashiering, accounts payable, account receivable, collections, utility billing, and payroll.
Assists the Finance Director with ongoing and annual financial responsibilities including the preparation of the annual tax levy, capital improvement plan, information technology plan, budget, appropriations ordinance, monthly financial report, audit, grant reporting, and ERP implementation and troubleshooting.