Finance Supervisor

Description

DEFINITION/PURPOSE:

Plan, organize, direct, coordinate, and monitor the Authority’s program of general accounting, payroll and fiscal record keeping functions. This includes the review and evaluation of accounting systems and methods, the conduct of ongoing budget review and analysis. Assists the Director of Finance/Director of Development in the development and implementation of a fiscal plan that maximizes the funds available for the Authority’s use in accomplishing its goals and objectives. Provide fiscal management advice to the Director of Finance/Director of Housing Development.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This single position management classification is responsible for the management and administration of the systematic recording and reporting of financial and budgetary transactions of the Authority, which are major elements of staff support for the Authority’s mission. It differs from all other classifications in that it solely responsible to the Director of Finance/Director of Housing Development for the effectiveness, efficiency, and success of these programs as a department head.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:

Operates under the direct supervision and general direction of the Director of Finance/Director of Housing Development with significant independence. Provides direct and indirect supervision to assigned professional, technical, and clerical personnel.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Direct the preparation of a variety of periodic financial statements and reports involving various complex journal entries and reporting requirements. Conduct studies and prepare reports on Authority operations, including capital outlay projects for a variety of projects and funding sources. Receive requests from departments and meet with various department heads/staffs and individuals to resolve accounting and budgetary issues. Resolve issues of concern, solve, and prevent problems related to accounting and fiscal reporting. Participate in the selection of department staff. Responsible for departmental workload assignments, employee training, motivation, supervision, and evaluation. Recommend salary increases and take disciplinary action as necessary and authorized. Approve leave requests and timecards. Compile and submits estimates of revenue for the budget year. Review expenditure throughout the budget year. Attend staff meetings on budget matters and keep abreast of legislative changes and programs that may have an impact on budget needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr Housing Authority of the County of Monterey