Assistant Treasurer jobs in Provo, UT

We're seeking a dedicated individual to fill the pivotal role of City Treasurer in our dynamic municipality. As the steward of our city's treasury, you'll play a vital role in ensuring fiscal responsibility and compliance with legal requirements. If you're passionate about finance, possess strong leadership skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits of Working for Vineyard

· Work-Life Balance!

· City sponsored health insurance through PEHP or stipend option!

· Retirement plan provided through Utah Retirement System (Pension or 401k options)

· 6.2% 401k contribution in lieu of Social Security.

· Short-term and long-term disability insurance with additional life insurance.

· Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation.

Principal Duties

· Serve as the custodian of the city treasury, ensuring compliance with legal requirements outlined in Utah Code, Title 10.

· Manage accounts receivable processes, efficiently handling both physical and electronic payments and collections.

· Oversee banking operations, including bank transfers, deposits, comprehensive reporting, tracking returned payments, and investment strategies.

· Handle accounts payable responsibilities, including the crucial task of signing checks and executing wires and ACH transactions with precision.

· Contribute to finance operations by tracking Impact fees, maintaining fee schedules, and offering valuable support for the annual budget document and audit report.

· Provide leadership by supervising Utility Billing Clerks, delegating tasks, delivering comprehensive training, and conducting performance evaluations to ensure team efficiency and effectiveness.

Ideal Candidate

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration or a closely related field and three to five years of progressively responsible accounting experience, preferably in a governmental agency, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

· Master’s degree, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) preferred.

• Knowledge of general fund and governmental accounting including methods of reporting, internal control, and audit principles and practices.
• GAAP, GASB, and GFOA accounting standards and requirements.
• Principles and practices of municipal budgeting.
• Principles and practices of public administration, including laws and ordinances as they relate to public finance, purchasing and contracting, and the maintenance of public records.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, and accounting software.

Reasonable Accommodations: The City will provide reasonable accommodation for any applicant during the selection process.

SUSPENSION OF PROCESS, ETC.: The City reserves the right to reject any and all applicants; to waive any requirement set forth in this Announcement; and to hire anyone deemed to be in the City’s best interest, all subject to legal requirements. Any application in response to this Announcement is at the applicant’s sole risk and expense. Although the City anticipates hiring one of the applicants responding to this Announcement, there is no guaranty that any responding applicant will be hired.

Vineyard is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Vineyard, UT 84059: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person