Financial Supervisor *ZR - Town of Barnstable
Hyannis, MA 02601
About the Job
Job Description:
The Financial Supervisor provides skilled administrative, technical and supervisory work in connection with the accounting and administrative work for the Community Services Department. Provides a wide range of financial and budgetary support in accounts receivable, accounts payable and payroll functions for the Department’s Operational, Revolving Funds, Grants/Gifts and Enterprise Fund budgets. Considerable judgement is required to determine the appropriate course of action to be taken in a given situation. Maintains the Capital and Preventative Maintenance database for the Golf Division and provides training for the employees. Assist in the preparation of grants and contracts. This position travels to all Community Services Divisions.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration or related field; more than five years of professional administrative experience; supervisory experience helpful; or any equivalent of education and experience.
Additional Qualifications:
Complete working knowledge of accounting, record keeping and auditing procedures. Knowledge of town government, budget preparation, fund accounting and pertinent state and local laws. Complete knowledge of the use of office and date processing equipment. Knowledge of automated accounting systems desirable.
Ability to organize time, handle multiple tasks, prioritize tasks, work independently and accomplish tasks despite frequent interruptions. Ability to establish and maintain complex accounts and financial records including cash forecasts, analytical and comparative reports. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and constructive relationships with the public, supervisors, employees and vendors.
Proficiency in the use of standard computer software applications including spreadsheet design and data entry, database management and word processing. Must possess strong organization, supervisory, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.