The primary purpose of this position is to support the Fire Department with financial duties for which they are responsible.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all- inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Supports Public Safety Director/Fire Chief and Battalion Chief Staff in preparing recommendations for decision making purposes by preparing a variety of analysis/reports.
• Prepare, coordinate and perform data entry for Fire Department managed project performance reports.
• Coordinates with appropriate Department personnel to track grant applications, funded projects, City budget impacts, and ensure timely and appropriate reimbursement requests.
• Coordinates preparation, reviews and recommends Annual Department Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan with appropriate Division managers for Public Safety Director/Fire Chief approval.
• Reviews material, equipment and service procurement agreements for compliance with applicable procurement requirements and approves on behalf of the Public Safety Director/Fire Chief.
• Prepares analytical and narrative reports regarding operational activities.
• Maintains knowledge of city and department policies and procedures for administration, fiscal control/budgeting, and other related Fire Department operations.
• Attends, participates and represents city/department in City Council and other meetings as required.
• Interacts with other City departments as it relates to procurement coordination activities.
• Coordinate, prepare and submit the annual Ground Emergency Medical Transportation Cost Report.
• Coordinates closely with the Assistant Director of Finance on department accounting, budgetary and financial matters.
• Various projects and tasks as assigned.

Minimum Training and Experience Required

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business with five years' experience in an accounting environment.
• Municipal/state government finance experience preferred.
• Advanced knowledge and skills in Excel required.
• Valid Driver's license required.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing to various City Department Directors, elected officials, and City staff.
• Any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Working Environment

• Generally work in safe and comfortable Travel between locations of varying environments is required.

The City of Saint Charles is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify