Job Description

City of Columbia, Missouri, Human Resource Department
P.O. Box 6015, Howard Building, 600 East Broadway
Columbia, Missouri 65205-6015    573.874.7235

    DEPARTMENT / DIVISION:      Finance
Work is performed under the general supervision of the Treasurer. The employee is expected to demonstrate considerable independent judgement, discretion and knowledge in supervision of treasury staff and financial processes. This is supervisory and administrative work relating primarily to cash management, receipts, banking and investment activities. Work includes considerable contact with and oversight of external service providers and technology systems and processes.

    SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervision is exercised over cashiering and clerical staff.

    WORK PERFORMED:
Supervises day-to-day operations of cashiering office; schedules, assigns, coordinates, trains, and evaluates work of subordinate employees; monitors work performance to assure standards and deadlines are met; counsels employees regarding performance problems. Ensures efficient and effective flow of work in the unit. Develops and enforces policies, procedures, and internal controls related to central cashiering operation. Establishes practices for self and subordinates for good customer service with customers, both internal and external. Monitors and processes banking transactions in coordination with the Treasurer. Assists with cash flow planning so that all debt payments and other obligations are paid timely; transfers funds to meet payment obligations. Serves as day-to-day liaison with various banking, investment, and other financial institutions. Assists Treasurer in the settlement, monitoring, and reporting of investment transactions. Reviews all cash collections and departmental cash reports for accuracy, reasonableness, and proper distribution to ledger accounts; audits individual transactions as needed; performs or assists with investigations related to cash management policies and procedures. Monitors, reviews, and edits all cash collection. Responds to inquiries and complaints pertaining to payments received from utility and other customers; resolves problems related to processing of payments. Coordinates flow of data from various technology systems and processes into the financial accounting system. Coordinates with other departments on remote site cash collection procedures; assists in training of cashiering personnel as requested; audits remote site cash collection procedures; makes recommendations for cash collection procedures and compliance with City policies. Demonstrates research and analytical skills related to financial operations. Develops financial reporting models; locates sources; collects data; runs analyses and reports findings. Develops, coordinates and conducts financial training. Prepares various financial manuals and reports. Coordinates with other divisions on preparation of checks and reports for payroll and accounts payable functions; maintains controls over check-signing mechanisms. Assists in preparation of division budget; monitors budget expenditures. Performs related duties as needed or assigned.

    PARTIAL LISTING OF MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in Finance, accounting, business administration, public administration, or related field; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which would provide the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Highly proficient in the use of personal computers and related software in performing financial duties, specifically MS Word, Excel, Windows Operating Systems, or similar systems. Considerable knowledge of banking, investment, and cash handling systems and processes. Ability to evaluate and formulate policies and procedures, exercise judgement, and implement approved policies. Ability to conduct research, prepare comprehensive reports and present complex financial and statistical information in a clear and concise manner. Considerable knowledge of internal controls. Knowledge of supervisory practices and ability to supervise subordinate employees. Considerable knowledge of mainframe online or batch computer systems. Considerable knowledge of basic accounting practices, techniques, and terminology. Considerable knowledge of standard office procedures, practices, and equipment. Ability to maintain complex financial records and to prepare financial reports accurately. Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public; work tactfully and courteously with the public and other employees. High work ethic, organized, quick learner, and demonstration of considerable initiative in performing job duties. Ability to work well with all levels of officials and employees. Excellent work history and attendance record.

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THE CITY OF COLUMBIA IS A MERIT, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:    MALE / FEMALE

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