The CFO is responsible for planning and coordinating all municipal financial transactions and purchases, financial forecasting and planning, budgeting, reporting, systems development, debt and cash management, internal audit, investment and grants management, payroll, revenue collection, risk management, and pension administration.

Responsibilities

While the CFO is ultimately responsible for all departmental functions, the following activities are primarily carried out and directly managed by the Comptroller, under the CFO’s oversight:

Ensure the preparation and approval of journal entries, warrant requests, subsidiary entries, and account analyses.
Oversee and maintain accounting and record-keeping systems through the Comptroller’s direction, including regular review of general ledger account.
Ensure proper review and approval of purchase requisitions and invoices for payment in accordance with established policies and controls.

The CFO provides strategic oversight, ensures compliance with financial policies and standards, and is accountable for the integrity and accuracy of these processes, while the Comptroller manages their day-to-day execution.

Establishing and maintaining an accounting system designed to accurately reflect the assets, liabilities, receipts and expenditures of the Township.
Collect and prepare financial data needed for the annual budget; Prepare the annual budget under the supervision of the CAO.
Supervise and implement all aspects of payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, sewer rental, business privilege tax, mercantile tax, occupational privilege tax, amusement tax, pension, debt and cash management, banking, auditing, internal control, budgeting and financial reporting.
Supervise and train Finance Department personnel and prepares new accounts.
Supervise collection of all funds due to the Township; supervise tax clerk to ensure accuracy of funds collected.
Attend meetings with Council, Finance Committee, other boards and commission, as necessary.
Interact with outside auditors.
Plan and manage a comprehensive investment program of all Township funds; provide daily cash flow analysis; compile financial and demographic information for bond issue prospectuses.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have ten years or more progressive responsible experience in financial management in the public or private sectors. At least four years’ experience in a senior management role. Local/State government financial management is highly preferred. A Bachelor’s

degree in Finance, Accounting or related field is required. A master’s degree is preferred. Equivalent combination of education, training and experience will also be considered. CPA and/or CFM desired.

Compensation:

The Upper Darby CFO can expect to receive a salary between $155,000 and $175,000. A comprehensive benefit package will be provided, including retirement and deferred compensation.

Upper Darby Township

New Jobs

Chief Financial Officer