The City of Southaven is seeking a dynamic accounting professional to manage the overall administration of municipal finance activities in conformance with GAAP, including financial and managerial accounting, budget preparation and control, cash management and banking relations, debt management services as assigned. This role assists the Mayor and Board of Alderman in assessing, developing, and implementing policies and programs dealing with the overall financial direction of the City.

Job Functions:

• Prepares and submits annual financial statements.
 • Develops and assists with the implementation of financial strategic plans for City programs and services, including Long-Range Financial Forecast and  Capital Improvement Plan.
 • Establishes goals, objectives, financial policies, and procedures for assigned areas of responsibility.
 • Directs the preparation and implementation of the City’s annual operating budget, monitors the financial condition of the City, confers on a regular basis with the Mayor and department heads regarding financial and budgetary issues and assists the Mayor with presentations to the Board of Alderman.
 • Calculates tax levies and determines millage rate requirement for approval by the Mayor and Board of Aldermen; ensures that all advertisement and public hearing requirements are met.
 • Oversees property tax collections and reporting.
 • Monitors expenditure levels of all city departments to ensure compliance with authorized City policies and procedures, State statutes, charter provisions, ordinance and resolution requirements, and bond covenants.
 • Directs and coordinates the development and operation of the City financial accounting systems for all municipal financial activity.
 • Distributes monthly budgetary finance reports to elected officials; provides detailed information as needed; responds to inquiries and prepares budget transfers as needed.
 • Responsible for management of City debt: prepares and reviews documents related to obtaining bonded debt, equipment lease purchasing and credit ratings, communicates pertinent information regarding the City’s financial performance to rating agencies.
 • Analyzes City-wide and departmental financial needs and develops short- and long-range objectives, goals, and action plans to meet those needs.
 • Coordinates activities with audit firm for the annual audit and preparation of the annual audit.
 • Directs the development of investment strategies, policies, and procedures, and oversees the investment activities of the City.
 • Responsible for the full range of supervisory including selection, training, evaluation, and counseling of Finance personnel.
 • Develops written reports and studies, as directed by the Mayor to address concerns identified by the general public, elected officials, or management.
 • Represents the Government on committees/task forces and attends meetings of the Mayor and Board to gain insight into current and emerging issues.
 • Assists in the development of Request for Proposals and in the selection of professional services.
 • Operates a personal computer, telephone, copiers, and other general office equipment as necessary to complete essential functions, to include the use of word processing, spreadsheets, database, or other system software.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in accounting. • Minimum of five (5) years of municipal accounting management preferred. • Master’s degree in business, finance, accounting, economics, or related field may substitute for two (2) years of experience.  CPA preferred.  Ability to be bonded.

About City of Southaven

The City of Southaven is a dynamic Mississippi city dedicated to providing value, service and growth to the residents of Southaven. We are committed to acting openly, equitably and consistently in our pursuit of uncompromising standards.

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