Finance Manager

MARSHALLTOWN WATER WORKS

FINANCE MANAGER

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in finance, accounting or a related field; be designated as a Certified Public Accountant; and have at least two years of accounting experience in a governmental organization.

Compensation

Salary: $65,815 - $92,187/year,

Depending On Experience And Qualifications

Competitive benefits package offered

Essential Functions

• Serves as a member of MWW's management team, actively participating in Managers Meetings. Shares appropriate information with General Manager, other managers, and staff.
• Performs various administrative duties with specialized attention to the fact that the information, decisions, and communication involved may be sensitive or confidential.
• Works with the General Manager and Assistant General Manager to develop and maintain long-term financial plans.
• Facilitates and analyzes major public improvement project financing.
• Works with the General Manager and Assistant General Manager to develop annual operating and capital budgets.
  
  

Provides accounting guidance to other MWW departments, assisting with financial information and reporting.

• Maintains accurate financial records for the Water Works in conformance with state law and the Board approved budget; prepare and file reports for Board approval.
• Reviews accounting transactions for accuracy, performs variance analyses, and reconciles accounts as needed.
• Assist or train others in accessing information from the financial system.
• Directs the general accounting functions, including general ledger and accounts payable updates and processing.
• Coordinates with the Administrative Services Manager to carry out payroll functions.
• Prepares financial statements including balance sheets, income statements and cash flow statements.
• Direct and participate in the preparation of cost-of-service rate studies.
• Work with other MWW department managers to develop and monitor performance measures and costs of operation.
• Seeks and manages grant and loan opportunities as needed.
• Oversees the company's accounting efforts in relation to the annual audit.
• Oversees the retention of cash balances in conformance with Water Works policy.
• Participate in MWW's IT initiatives.
  
  

Essential Requirements

• B.S. degree in finance, accounting or related field and/or equivalent relevant experience.
• Designation as a Certified Public Accountant is highly desirable.
• Two years of accounting experience in a governmental organization is preferred.
• Comprehensive understanding of principles and process of governmental accounting.
• Familiarity with State and Federal rules and regulations regarding utility business systems.
• Ability to independently initiate analyses and solve a variety of accounting and fiscal issues for both long-term and daily operational needs.
• Significant knowledge of computer hardware and software used in the utility environment, including experience with automated accounting financial and billing systems. Advanced user of Microsoft applications preferred.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing to the MWW General Manager, other MWW managers, the MWW Board of Trustees, and financial consultants.
• Ability to prepare and estimate budgets.
• Ability to fluidly operate a 10-key adding machine.
• Possession of a valid Iowa driver's license with a good driving record.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of MWW confidential records.
• 96% Minimum attendance.
  
  

Essential Physical Demands

• Ability to lift 40 pounds.
• Ability to remain seated for long periods of time.
• Frequently uses repetitive finger and hand movement.
  
  

Environmental Conditions

Normally inside building.

Closing Date: This position will be open until filled.

provided by The Marshalltown Times-Republican

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