Comptroller

Location: Belleview

Salary: $93,820.61 - $ Annually
Location : Belleview
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Finance
Opening Date: 04/23/2026

Summary

This is a highly responsible professional, administrative, and analytical position involving the planning, coordination, and management of all financial operations of the City of Belleview. The Comptroller serves as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the City and is responsible for ensuring the fiscal integrity of all City funds, accounts, and financial reporting. The position exercises considerable independent judgment and decision-making in implementing sound financial management practices, developing and maintaining internal controls, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and accounting standards.

This position reports directly to the City Administrator and serves as a trusted advisor to the City Commission on matters of fiscal policy, strategic planning, and financial accountability. The Comptroller provides direct leadership and supervision of the Finance Department and is responsible for ensuring departmental operations align with established financial policies, goals, and internal controls.
Essential Job Functions

Serve as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the City, maintaining overall responsibility for accounting, budgeting, debt management, investment activity, and financial compliance.

Plan, direct, coordinate, and review accounting and financial activities, including general ledger, cash management, payroll processing and reporting, accounts payable/receivable, and fixed assets. Ensure compliance with all federal and state payroll reporting requirements, including quarterly and annual reconciliations, W-2 filings, and preparation of information for workers' compensation and pension audits.

Develop, implement, and monitor internal accounting controls, policies, and procedures in accordance with GASB and GAAP and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Ensure City adherence to established policies, internal controls, and accounting standards.

Prepare and present the annual audited financial statements, management discussion and analysis (MD&A), and budget documents for City Commission approval.

Oversees preparation and management of the City's annual operating and capital budgets, including amendments and year-end reporting.

Manage the City's Truth in Millage (TRIM) compliance process in accordance with Chapter 200, Florida Statutes, ensuring timely submission of required forms, proper public notice, and certification of millage rates.

Prepare and submit the City's Annual Financial Report (AFR) and Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) to the Florida Department of Financial Services and Auditor General as required by §218.32, F.S.

Oversee annual audit activities and reporting, including financials, footnotes, and management discussion and analysis.

Coordinate annual audits, oversee the budget process, and ensure accuracy in all financial reporting and presentations to the City Commission.

Manage the City's debt portfolio, ensuring timely payments and compliance with debt covenants.

Oversee and manage the City's investment activities and ensure compliance with the City's Investment Policy and applicable state statutes, optimizing the return on idle funds while maintaining safety and liquidity

Serve as principal liaison with external auditors, financial institutions, and rating agencies.

Provide strategic fiscal guidance to the City Administrator and City Commission regarding investments, funding opportunities, and cost-saving initiatives.

Administer and reconcile all City bank accounts, investments, and interfund transfers.

Directly supervise Finance Department staff; establish performance expectations; assign duties; conduct evaluations; and ensure efficiency, accountability, and compliance within all financial operations.

Maintain compliance with grant financial management requirements and assist in preparing grant applications where financial data or matching fund documentation is required.

Attend all City Commission meetings, workshops, and budget hearings as required to present financial updates and budget information.

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