Finance Director

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POSITION SUMMARY:

The Finance Director performs a variety of routine and complex administrative tasks in assisting the Township Manager with the financial, accounting, budget management, investment management, debts management, grants management, and Treasurer duties of Township business. The Finance Director reports to and works under the general supervision of the Township Manager. The Finance Director works to enhance and promote the professional management of Township financial resources by identifying, developing and advancing fiscal strategies, policies, and practices for the public benefit.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

As directed by the Township Manager, the Director of Finance shall:

• Prepare and manage the Township budget
• Perform payroll preparation, including maintenance of payroll software and employee updates; furnishing of quarterly and year-end payroll and/or tax reports to various governmental entities and/or subcontractors as well as annual summary of compensation for all Township employees
• Responsible for accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
• Prepare monthly and annual financial statements of all funds maintained by the Township
• Assist the Township Manager with compilation of financial records and forecasts for budget preparation, annual budget narrative report and with long-range fiscal plans for the municipality and special projects
• Coordinate benefit administration for 49 full time employees
• Prepare records and work closely with the auditors for completion of the annual audits and financial statements required by DCED, PennDOT, and Auditor General’s office
• Attend the monthly Commissioner regular and caucus meetings

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Graduate from a four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration or a related field with at least 12 credit hours in accounting coursework and two years of progressively responsible governmental accounting or finance experience;
• At least 10 years’ experience in municipal administration, including written documentation and verification showing proficiency or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Interested individuals should submit an application, cover letter, resume and references to Township Secretary/Manager Mary Perez; maryperez@penntwp.org. This position will remain open until filled.

Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Work Location: In person