Finance Operations Administrator

JOB SUMMARY

The purpose of this position under the general direction of the Finance Director, is to provide support for a wide range of budgeting, capital assets, treasury and reporting functions. The Finance Operations Administrator duties include oversight of the budget and utility billing functions; coordinating assigned activities within the Department, with external stakeholders, and with other Town departments and divisions. This is accomplished by assisting in the management of department activities and services, coordinating work plans and personnel needs, preparing financial statements and assisting with various aspects of the Finance Department's vision, goals, and objectives.

Core duties include managing cash, capital investments, debt management, and interfacing with other Town employees, citizens, and customers. This position provides direction to other employees. The position will strive for success by demonstrating Little Elm's core values of Integrity, Customer Service, Efficiency and Innovation. These values are the foundation of the organization.

• This position is responsible for four core areas:
  1) supervision of two functions (Utility Billing and Budget) which are managed by two capable individuals;
  2) treasury and investment management;
  3) capital asset management and
  4) financial reporting.
• Leading, supervising, and evaluating the work performance of direct reports. This position has two direct reports and three indirect reports.
• Providing managerial oversight, including developing, implementing and enforcing policies and procedures for the Finance Department.
• Maintains subledgers and oversight of the Town’s Capital Improvement Program, including updating long-term capital records.
• Monitors daily cash flow activities to ensure adequate liquidity.
• Providing budgetary assistance, through the oversight of the Budget Manager, to all Town departments and divisions in the development of budget analysis, forecasting models, coordination of capital improvement program budget preparation.
• Ensures appropriate banking and cash management best practices are exercised on a routine basis.
• Prepares or assists in preparation of monthly financial reports for distribution within Town leadership; develops other financial reports for management, as needed, which may include utilizing multiple databases to compare both financial and non‑financial data; assist, where needed, with third parties which may include independent outside auditors during the annual audit.

• Possession of a Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or other related fields from accredited four‑year college or university required.
• Possession of a minimum of seven (7) years related governmental accounting, audit or budget experience with at least four (4) years at a supervisory level; professional certification and/or advance degree preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Must be bondable.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO), or similarly related professional designation is preferred.
• Training and certification on Public Funds Investment Act, SS -.055 must be obtained within a year of employment; additional technical certifications and training may be required.
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License and currently have and maintain a satisfactory driving record.
• Must pass a background investigation, including credit check, and a drug screening.
• Must be bondable.

• Intermediate skill level with Microsoft Office products such as Word, Outlook, Powerpoint, etc. Advanced skill level with Microsoft Excel and other report‑writing software platforms.
• A clear, effective, and diplomatic communication style, whether verbally or in writing, enabling the ability to address a variety of stakeholders, including banking officials and external auditors, to accomplish work efficiently and effectively, and as a precursor to building and maintaining solid working relationships.
• Capable of prioritizing, multi‑tasking, and synthesizing substantial…