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Finance Manager
Upper Arlington, OH

City of Upper Arlington is seeking a detail-oriented, finance professional to contribute their expertise and make a meaningful impact in the community. Explore the possibilities and embark on a rewarding career journey with us.

The City of Upper Arlington is an equal opportunity employer, striving to foster an equitable and inclusive work environment. 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under direction of the Assistant Finance Director, the Finance Manager performs a variety of accounting, auditing, financial reporting and cash management functions. The classification assists the Finance Director and/or Assistant Finance Director in overall financial management of the City.

Teleworking Option is available for an employee in this position after successfully completing six months of employment. Employees may be eligible to telework up to two days per week, as long as operational needs allow.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: For purposes of 42 USC 12101:

Reviews and approves the processing of bi-weekly payroll for employees, reviews payments made on behalf of employees (e.g., pension payments, federal tax, State of Ohio tax, school district tax, city income tax, and various other deductions)
Reviews and approves monthly and quarterly payroll related fillings (e.g., local government taxation reports, labor statistics reports, state tax reports, ODJFS supplemental payroll reports, federal tax reports, EEO-4 reports, tax report for school districts, Medicare 941, and W2s)
Supervises and leads assigned staff; serves as the Finance Director and/or Assistant Finance Director in his or her absence (e.g., attends meetings on behalf of the Director and/or Assistant Director to obtain and relay information, acts as a spokesperson).
Manages the accounts payable, payroll, accounts receivable, front counter, and any other finance department related operations as deemed necessary by the Finance Director and/or Assistant Finance Director. This includes oversight of the City’s ERP, payroll, and time keeping systems.
Manages cash and investments (e.g., reviews and monitors cash position for maintaining available active funds; reviews and monitors investment activity in compliance with applicable laws and regulations; serves as liaison between City and Investment Advisor, and authorizes City investment purchases or interprets investment policy; writes requests for proposals for depository contracts, Investment Advisor, and recommends award of contract; serves as liaison between City and bank depository and bank officials; makes bank deposits daily).
Reviews and monitors budgets; assists Director and/or Assistant Director in establishing city budget; assists departments with budget problems throughout years; assists in compiling, developing, and coordinating City-wide budgeting process; assists departments in developing budgets; oversees financial reporting and prepares other reports and analyses for Council and other staff.
Maintains general ledger, accounting records, assists Director and/or Assistant Director in overall financial management of the City (e.g., signs checks and reviews payments made to vendors; interprets policy for departments; posts and maintains entries in system; reviews bank statements; maintains funds in a positive position).
Researches and compiles various government surveys; responds to public records requests; researches, reports, or conducts analysis of any special projects as assigned.
Assists in developing, implementing and ensuring compliance with effective internal controls and financial policies.
Maintains licenses and certifications as required, if any.
Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.
Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

13. Performs other duties as required. (5%)

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Accounting, Finance, or a related field and two (2) to four (4) years of progressively responsible related experience; or any combination of training, education, or experience which provides the desired knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Certified Public Account (CPA) desired.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: (* indicates developed after employment).

Knowledge of:

*Applicable laws, regulations, City policies, procedures, and requirements including Ohio Ethics law and Public Records law.
Safety standards;
Finance;
Accounting;
Auditing;
Budgeting;
Payroll;
Office practices and procedures;
Records management;
Effective supervisory practices and principles;
Project management;
Best practices in diversity, equity and inclusion practices, strategies, systems, and policies as it relates to area of work.

Skill in:

Proficient use of applicable technology and software;
Use of modern office equipment;
Conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques.

Ability to:

Carry out instructions in written, oral, or picture form;
interpret a variety of instructions in basic written, oral, picture, or schedule form;
Deal with problems involving several variables within a familiar context;
define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw conclusions;
Apply management principles to solve agency problems;
Exercise independent judgment and discretion;
Read, copy, and record figures accurately;
Calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages;
Complete routine forms;
Prepare routine correspondence;
Prepare accurate documentation;
Develop complex reports;
Respond to routine inquiries from public and/or officials;
Demonstrated awareness of and an ability to effectively use communication that overcomes socio-cultural and lingual barriers, to be aware of verbal and nonverbal forms of communication, and listen and adapt approach to fit audience;
Effectively use and understand a variety of written and/or verbal communications;
Develop and maintain effective working relationships;
Act as a role model for inclusive and culturally competent behavior;
*maintain records according to established procedures;
Answer routine telephone inquiries;
Respond to sensitive inquiries from and contacts with officials and general public;
Travel to and gain access to work site.

 






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