City Treasurer

ADMINISTRATION

CLASS TITLE: Treasurer

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: Responsible for the financial activities of the City. Keep the Mayor/City Administrator fully informed, in a timely manner, of any situation that could affect the operations of the City. Work performed under the administrative direction of the Mayor/City Administrator.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform mathematical calculations in order to complete the administrative tasks of this position;

• Must exercise the records management skills necessary to accurately maintain all official financial documents for the city;

• Communicate accurately with other city employees and officers, government agencies, and general public;

• Apply federal, state, local laws and ordinances;

• Issue checks and pays all invoices, bills, and accounts;

• Prepare financial statements, and audit preparation;

• Analyze financial records to forecast future financial position and budget requirements;

• Reconcile budget, deposits and payables against bank statements;

• Work with 3rd party payroll processor; ensure federal, state, city taxes and reports are completed;

• Work in a safe manner observing all safety rules and pose no direct threat or injury to another;

• Evaluate needs for procurement of funds and investments of surplus;

• Advise management on investments and loans for short and long range financial planning;

• Aid departments in preparation of budgets and make comparisons of expenditures to actual budget;

• Audit purchases for authority and compliance with city's purchasing procedure prior to payment of invoices;

• Assist the organization in benefit administration;

• Explore financial options (grants, loans, etc.) when necessary and maintain accurate records;

• Advise all members of city government on financial and payroll issues for the City;

• Develop policies and procedures for account collection;

• Quickly and accurately performs general office tasks;

• Assist the City Administrator with the oversight of City financial procedures;

• Oversee banking accounts and reconcile monthly.

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

• Ability to plan and coordinate the activities of the finance department;

• Ability to assist in the preparation and administration of a municipal budget;

• Ability to maintain records efficiently and accurately;

• Ability to learn, comprehend, and effectively use any "state-of-the-art" municipal accounting computer systems;

• Ability to write, research and manage grants;

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other city employees and officers, government agencies, and the general public;

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and ordinances, including those related to municipal finance;

• Ability to accurately perform mathematical calculations in order to complete the administrative tasks of this position;

• Considerable knowledge of municipal finance and accounting procedures, and how to apply them to municipal operations;

• Ability to perform general office tasks such as typing, filing, and computer data-entry;

• Ability to communicate accurately with other city employees and officers, government agencies, contractors, and general public;

• Ability to accurately prepare reports;

• Ability to provide adequate training as needed.

• Must be bondable;

• Must possess, or able to obtain, a valid Kentucky vehicle operator’s license;

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Prefer graduation from a four (4) year college or university, with a degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field, supplemented by considerable progressively responsible experience in a financial, accounting, or government office or any combination of education, training, and/or experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.

LEGAL REQUIREMENTS: An individual in this class must meet the requirements of all applicable Kentucky Revised Statutes, and local ordinances, with regards to a person in this classification.

Kentucky Wage and Hour Overtime Status: Non-Exempt

The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, requirements, or responsibilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.19 - $38.46 per hour

Expected hours: 40.00 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Alexandria, KY 41001: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person