Salary : $71,000.00 - $120,000.00 Annually
Location : City Hall, 100 E. Ocean., Boynton Beach, FL
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number:
Department: CRA
Opening Date: 07/22/2026
Closing Date: 8/7/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Exempt

Purpose of Classification

Provides advanced level financial, collaborative and support services including assistance to the Executive Director and high level executives. Responsible for the managing of daily activities of the Finance Department and to perform various financial administration duties including, but not limited to, accounts payable, bank reconciliation, payroll and benefits administration, accounting records, financial reports, and operating budget. The incumbent works under the direction of the Executive Director and work is reviewed through meetings, reports, observation, and task/report/project completion.
Essential Functions

• Performs various accounting administration duties including accounts payable, payroll and benefits processing and administration, chart of accounts, preparing journal entries, reconciling and balancing bank statements and subsidiary ledgers, resolving accounting and financial issues, and Marina-related accounting and operational functions.
• Manages the daily operations of the Finance Department to ensure that financial transactions and reports are prepared and/or processed in accordance with established policies and practices.
• Reviews policies and procedures and makes recommendations for appropriate changes. Evaluates current procedures and work processes. Recommends and initiates revisions to procedures and processes to improve financial and operational efficiencies.
• Responsible for the timely preparation, analysis and distribution of monthly, quarterly and year-end financial reports.
• Assists with annual financial audit preparation and year-end closing. Serves as liaison to outside auditors in providing information, explanations and assistance in the completion of the CRA's annual audit.
• Assists in preparation, as needed, for economic development grant reimbursements and compliance.
• Ensures compliance with contract administration and procurement policies.
• Obtains purchase requisitions, bid requests, change orders, purchase orders, bid specifications for various operational services in accordance with procurement policy. Reviews with appropriate staff and management and makes recommendations for vendor selection.
• Prepares financial reports, procurement and other financial duties/special projects as assigned by the Executive Director.
• Reviews and prepares agenda items as needed.
• Reviews budget requests and financial activity of budget accounts for compliance with approved operating budget, tracks account balances, develops year-end budget estimates and prepares budget reports as needed.
• Provides assistance to staff in preparing budgets, calculates salaries and fringe benefits and other costs in budget, assists in compiling and preparing the proposed and final budget documents.
• Maintains knowledge of governmental accounting standards and the policies and practices in public finance by attending conferences and seminars.
• Performs other duties and assists in special projects as assigned by the Executive Director.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge and understanding of bookkeeping principles and practices.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting standards, financial reporting and budgeting.
• Knowledge of modern computer technology and use of personal computer and common office software.
• Knowledge of effective supervisory techniques.
• Skill in performing detailed analysis of financial reports.
• Ability to interact professionally with staff personnel, officials, consultants, and the general public.
• Ability to prepare complex financial/accounting reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to manage and prioritize routine, specialized and complex assessments and problems utilizing knowledge acquired through prior education, training and experience.
• Ability to plan, assign, supervise and review the work of assigned staff.
• Ability to expedite the assessment and resolution of issues.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in financial accounting, business, public administration, or closely related field, supplemented by three (3) years previous experience and/or training that includes governmental accounting and budget administration work; or other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum qualifications may be substituted.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS / ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORSPhysical Ability: Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.Sensory Requirements: Tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate visual cues or signals. Tasks require the ability to communicate orally.Environmental Factors: Essential functions are regularly performed in usual office conditions with rare exposure to adverse environmental conditions.The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including identity or expression), marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other protected classification as defined by applicable law (except as limited by Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational qualifications).

Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects qualified individuals with disabilities from employment discrimination. Under the ADA, a person has a disability if he/she has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. The physical demands described within the job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the ADA, the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE:
Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority in the City's hiring process. Additionally, certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment by the City.
Full-time employees (those regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week) are eligible for the City's benefit package.

The City of Boynton Beach's comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Student Loan Forgiveness
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Care Plan
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Dependent Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and
Dismemberment Insurance
• City Pension Plan
• Short Term Disability and other Supplemental Plans
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 457 Savings Plan (three options)
• Paid Annual Leave / Vacation
• Bonus Vacation Hours

• 12 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave
• Educational Assistance Program *(Depending on budget funding)
• On-site Training Program
• Wellness Program
• Pre-Paid Legal and Identity Theft Protection Plans
• Credit Union
• Tax Deferred 125 Premium Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Direct Deposit
• Social Security
Student Loan Forgiveness
Let your City of Boynton Beach employment work for you! Under the U.S. Department of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, your student loan balance may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time with a governmental agency. Visit StudentAid.gov/publicservice for more information or to see if you qualify.

Health Insurance
The City pays the entire premium for an eligible employee. The employee may elect to cover a spouse and/or dependent children by paying the applicable premium for the dependent(s).
Dental Insurance
Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent are paid by the employee with a contribution by the City.
Vision Care Plan
Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent(s) are paid by the employee.
Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
The City provides each eligible employee with term life and accidental death insurance.
Supplemental Life Insurance / Supplemental AD&D Insurance
Employees may purchase supplemental term life insurance on an individual-choice basis with premiums based on age. A matching amount of Accidental Death insurance may also be purchased.
Dependent Life Insurance
Employees who select supplemental coverage for themselves may also purchase coverage for their spouse and dependent children.
City Retirement / Pension Plans
The City has pension plans for general employees, police, and firefighters. Each plan is contributory with both the employee and the City contributing to the program.
Supplemental Plans
Supplemental plans provide direct cash payments regardless of any other coverage you may have, and are designed to help fill in any gaps in a medical plan. The employee pays the premiums for these supplemental plans.
Short and Long Term Disability
The City provides Short and Long Term Disability insurance to eligible employees. The plan is designed to cover a disability sustained on or off the job.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The City contracts with an employee assistance program (EAP) to provide employees and their dependents with free, confidential and professional counseling to help resolve personal or family problems.
Deferred Compensation Plans (457 Plans)
The City makes available three deferred compensation plans that the employee may voluntarily contribute to on a tax-deferred basis.
Vacation
All full-time employees accrue time toward paid vacation leave. Accrual begins immediately and vacation may be taken after six months of employment.
Holidays

The City observes 12 paid holidays throughout the year.
Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave
Full-time employees accrue one day of sick leave per month. An employee may elect to use up to 5 days per year of accrued sick time for illness in his/her immediate family.
Tuition Assistance *(Depending on available budget funding)
The Tuition Assistance Program reimburses eligible employees for successful completion of approved courses leading to Associate, Bachelor and Master degrees.
Wellness Program
The City offers many wellness activities and programs throughout the year.
Prepaid Legal Services and Identity Theft Protection Plan
Employees may choose to enroll in a prepaid legal service plan and an identity theft protection plan. The employee pays the premiums for these plans.
Credit Union
All City employees may join the Credit Union of Palm Beach County. In addition to savings and checking accounts, the Credit Union offers different types of loans, investment choices and recreational opportunities.
Section 125 Plan for Health and Dental Premium
Section 125 of the Internal Revenue code allows you to have your dependent coverage premiums deducted before payroll taxes are withheld resulting in tax savings to you.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employees may participate in flexible spending accounts for reimbursement of medical and/or dependent care expenses
Direct Deposit
Employees may have their bi-weekly paycheck deposited to the financial institution of their choice.
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