The City of St. Augustine is seeking a Deputy Director for our Finance Department. This is a management level position reporting to the Director involving personnel management, independent judgment and decision-making over financial, municipal and administrative operations with the ability to interface with all levels of City employees as well as the general public. The Deputy Director is responsible for the efficient and effective management, operation, coordination, direction and evaluation of the Finance Department which includes the Accounting and Customer Service Divisions. Assists the Director and acts as the Director in his/her absence.

The actual starting salary will depend on experience.In addition to full benefits including, 2 weeks vacation, 2 weeks sick leave, 13 paid holidays, health, dental, life and long-term disability insurance paid at 100% for the employee, this position also includes a 3% pension multiplier and $325 monthly car allowance.

Interested candidates must apply through our online system, which can be found on our website: www.CityStAug.com.

Job Responsibilities

• Directs all Finance personnel and operations including annual evaluations. Supervises staff and takes corrective action as necessary. Prioritizes, organizes and delegates appropriate tasks to accounting personnel and the Customer Service Supervisor.
• Consults with the independent auditor and prepares for the fiscal year-end audit. When completed, prepares the fiscal year-end Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) with the Director.
• Develops the annual budget for the Department and reviews its status on a monthly basis. Assists the Director with the annual budget process for the City.
• Administers and maintains all grant, bond, capital project and Reserve account projects.
• Administers the payroll system including deposits, reports, checks and tax returns.
• Oversees the Customer Service Division including reconciling all utility accounts to the general ledger monthly including assessments and applications and the receipt of money for occupational licenses. May confer with customers regarding delinquent bills and other complaint situations, which are unable to be resolved at the division level.
• Communicates official plans, policies and procedures to staff and the general public. Instructs and advises department heads and others on accounting problems and procedures.
• Prepares financial presentations for the City Commission, supervisors, boards and the general public as requested.
• Performs internal audit functions to ensure the assets of the City are safeguarded through effective internal controls.
• Responsible for investigating complaints involving the divisions.
• Performs other duties as required by the Director.

Education, Training and Experience

Graduation from an accredited college with a four-year degree in accounting, Masters’ degree preferred. CPA designation or ability to obtain within two years of hire. An equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered. Accounting experience preferably in a municipal environment or an equivalent combination of related graduate-level education and experience. Thorough knowledge of professional accounting practices, modern office procedures and practices and proficiency with all major computerized business applications. Ability to prepare clear and accurate reports; establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors and the general public. Strong written and oral communications skills.

Valid Florida Driver's License Classification E .

Physical Demands

The physical demands representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation. The position is mostly sedentary, but the employee is frequently required to stand and walk and occasionally stoop and kneel. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee is regularly required to communicate and exchange information courteously, effectively, and promptly with the public and City staff.

Interested candidates must submit a City application, which can be found on our website, www.CityStAug.com.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 5 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person