Assistant Director of Finance - City of Brookhaven

Assist the Finance Director in administering the City’s financial affairs, s...

 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field from an accredited college or university;

Must have a minimum of Five (5) years of professional experience in accounting and financial management; preferably from a governmental institution.

Or equivalent education, and/or experience; and

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is preferred but not required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of accounting and budgeting practices, and knowledge of applicable laws and regulations. 

Knowledge of the rules and regulations regarding Federal, State, local, and private grants.

Knowledge of the general trends and current developments in public sector (governmental) accounting.

Knowledge of personal computers and computer software applications.

Skill in the evaluation of personnel.

Skill in the use of computer-based data information systems.

Skill in strategic and critical thinking.

Skill in interpersonal relations.

Skill in organization and time management.

Ability to understand and carry out complex verbal and written instructions.

Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with employees and the public.

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing.

Ability to examine, interpret, and verify a wide variety of financial documents and reports.

Ability to conduct sound audits of financial records conduct detailed accounting studies and prepare reports.

Ability to prepare concise comprehensive reports, including necessary supporting documentation concerning accounting/financial activities.

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with officials, employees, state and federal authorities, civic leaders, and the public.

Ability to plan, establish, assign, and coordinate priorities.

Ability to accurately forecast future financial conditions of the City government.

Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations and in making decisions; and to work effectively with the Mayor, City Council, City Manager; and professional staff members in City government.

ENTERPRISE CULTURE:

In support of our vision, our organizational culture works to maintain a safe and beautiful community and promote sustainable projects and activities.  This is done by attracting and retaining a talented and diverse group of individuals who encompass our shared values through exceptional teamwork and collaboration, innovative thinking, a commitment to professional development, and community stewardship.  What makes us unique is our harmonious work environment, forward-thinking, innovative, and non-restrictive approach toward successful service deliverables and outcomes. In turn, we offer a competitive and exceptional benefits package, flexible work hours, remote work opportunities, modern office work design, green space, a brand new public safety building, and a soon-to-come well space state-of-the-art City Hall.

MORAL CHARACTER:

The employee must possess and continue to maintain throughout the role a commitment to the (10) ten essential moral values that build character and instill positive and healthy interactions with others (Respect, honesty, compassion, education, not harming others, hard work, kindness, responsibility, courage, and gratitude). In addition to, the (5) five principles of autonomy, justice, beneficence, nonmaleficence, and fidelity.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk, and hear; use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.

The employee is occasionally required to walk.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee sits in an office or computer room.