Assists and may act in absence of the Chief Financial Officer in planning, directing, and
administering work pertaining to the management of financial
resources of the municipality, does other related duties as required.
NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative
purposes only. A particular position using this title may not
perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely,
all duties performed on the job may not be listed.
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
Assist in budget preparation and implementation for all funds.
Review requisitions for appropriateness of expenditure of funds, and follow up on questioned vouchers and requisitions.
Authorizes the disbursement of funds on all funds.
Ensures adherence to contractual obligations.
Assigns and supervises work of subordinates. Manages work operations and/or functional programs with staff members
Assist in the preparation of annual financial statements and reports required by law or contracts.
Assist in directing activities pertaining to disbursement and collection of funds, and installation of a uniform system of accounts and accounting procedures.
Assist in maintaining an accounting system.
Assist in the sale of bonds/notes and rating agency updates.
Prepare resolutions when related to financial matters and certification of funds for governing body approval
Maintain a running analysis or cash flow on all accounts and bank reconciliation.
Along with the CFO, supervises and performs general ledger adjustments when needed.
Assist in various financial transactions and records to ensure that regulations and accounting procedures are observed.
Maintains or supervises the maintenance of accounting records and files.
Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the municipality.
Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with aBachelor's degree in Accounting, Budgeting, Finance, Economics, or Public or Business Administration is preferred.Possession of a current, valid certificate as aMunicipal Finance Officer issued by the NJ Department of Community Affairs. Certificate may be substituted for the educationCurrently enrolled in Municipal Finance Officer Program or pending State examination may be substituted for valid CMFO certificate. Course completion and State examination will need to be within 1 years of hiring date.
Special Requirements
EXPERIENCE:Four (4) years of supervisory experience in functional areas of financial management such as accounting, budgeting, auditing, or financial or fiscal analysis.
Miscellaneous Information
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.
