Assistant Finance Manager

The Assistant Finance Manager is appointed by the Fire Chief and all benefits, policies will be in accordance with the Non-Bargaining Employee Handbook. Under the general direction of the Finance Manager, this position is responsible for performing general administrative tasks related to developing inter-office routines consistent with effective and efficient departmental operations. Work requires the application of independent judgment and sound decision-making ability. The employee must be able to interact well with the public, participating government agencies, and other personnel, and must be able to communicate clearly and effectively in both written and verbal forms. Work requires the ability to independently research and compose correspondence and reports as assigned under general supervision. The Assistant Finance Manager will report when necessary and assist management of incidences occurring during his or her assigned time period or as directed by the Finance Manager.

Minimum Experience/Education Required:

• Bachelor Degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration or Finance.
• Minimum five years’ experience and knowledge in senior accounting, administrative work, to include Adobe, Acrobat Reader, Microsoft Office-Word, Excel, Publisher, and Outlook.
• A comparable amount of training, education, or experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret technical diagrams and bulletins.
• Experience with industry-standard computer applications.
• Demonstrate ability to work with diverse groups.
• Satisfactory completion of an appropriate proficiency assessment.
• Flexibility to work outside of normal operating hours when requested.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Chief may find appropriate and acceptable.
• Valid Class E Florida Driver’s License. Preferred Qualifications
• Experience and knowledge in Governmental Accounting and budgeting.