Classified Ad Title:
Fiscal Officer, part-time
Post Date
5/24/2021
Expiration Date
8/22/2021
Details:
Position: Fiscal Officer, part-time (12-18 hours per week)
Schedule: Flexible
Department: Administration
Kent Free Library seeks a Fiscal Officer to oversee the financial operations of the library. With an annual operating budget of $2.4 million, serving 34,250 residents of the Kent City School District, and a staff of thirty-five (35) employees, the library is an engaging public library serving the Kent community.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Fiscal Officer manages all aspects of the library’s financial operations, ensuring that all financial operations are carried out in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, the policies and regulations of the Auditor of State, and the policies and decisions of the Kent Free Library Board of Trustees. Working independently, the Fiscal Officer implements and recommends sound financial practices for the day to day operation of the library and establishes internal controls. The Fiscal Officer is responsible for the following: governmental accounting, fiscal management, financial reporting and projections, budget planning, investment management, payroll processing, human resources, purchasing, bidding and contract administration, benefit coordination, audit compliance, and miscellaneous administrative assignments. The Fiscal Officer is responsible to the Board of Trustees and works closely with the Library Director. The Fiscal Officer supervises one Administrative Assistant.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• Knowledge of public funds accounting including reporting requirements
• Ability to interpret and apply governmental accounting laws and regulations
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Internet, Email, and other computer applications
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and to use appropriate judgement in handling records and information
• Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy in performing duties
• Ability to work independently and to meet deadlines
• Ability to prioritize and to manage and use time effectively
• Ability to effectively communicate financial information to the public, Board of Trustees, Director, and library staff.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, vendors, contactors, and library patrons
• Strong mathematical aptitude and analytical skills
• Knowledge of the Uniform Accounting Network (UAN) highly desired
• Experience with all functions of payroll desired
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or a related field, with advanced knowledge of governmental accounting principles, practices, and procedures. Demonstrated work experience in governmental accounting. Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to be successful in this position may be considered and approved by Kent Free Library Board of Trustees. Must meet bonding requirements.
SALARY: Starting commensurate with experience and education
BENEFITS: Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS), EAP
TO APPLY: Submit cover letter, resume, and application to: stacey.richardson@kentfreelibrary.org
Application available online: https://kentfreelibrary.org/about/jobs/
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: Open until filled
The preceding statements are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job described nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job. Additional duties may be assigned.
Contact:
Stacey Richardson
Work Phone:
330-673-4414 x.138
Email:
stacey.richardson@kentfreelibrary.org
Website:
kentfreelibrary.org