The Township Financial Controller is a full-time, at-will exempt role responsible for financial accounting, budget and debt management, administrative and personnel services to meet legislative requirements and support municipal operations, as well as a range of human resources functions. This position reports to the Township Manager.
Responsibilities
- Administer and monitor the financial system to ensure that the municipal finances are maintained in an accurate and timely manner.
- Maintain the accounts payable/receivable systems while completing accurate records of moneys.
- Administer employee files/records to ensure accurate payment of benefits/deductions.
- Process bi-weekly payroll and administer employees’ deductions.
- Provide efficient and effective office management.
- Process and calculate all annual municipal and government reporting as required.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Requirements
- Ability to work independently and with direction.
- Good written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with employees, vendors, and others.
- Accounts Payable/Receivable while maintaining GAAP principles.
- Fund accounting and able to prepare financial statements and reporting.
- Administer payroll and employee benefits.
- Must be able to pass a criminal background investigation.
- Must be able to be Bonded.
Technologies
- QuickBooks-Desktop Enterprise Solutions; Accountants Version
- QuickBooks Online
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
About Us
Chippewa Township is located in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania. We are a local branch of government serving 8,642 residents with an annual budget of 4.8 million dollars.
Position Summary
The Controller is an at-will, full-time exempt position responsible for maintaining financial accounting, budget management, debt management, administrative and personnel services to meet legislative requirements and support municipal operations, as well as a variety of human resource functions. Regular scheduled hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 A.M to 4:30 P.M., but may involve attendance at evening meetings. The Controller reports directly to the Township Manager and the position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Application Procedures
Candidates are welcome to apply by submitting a cover letter, resume, salary requirements, and three references via email or by mail to the Chippewa Township Municipal Building, 2811 Darlington Road, Beaver Falls, PA 15010, to the attention of Mark Taylor, Township Manager. For more information and full job description please visit the Township's website www.chippewa-twp.org
Job Type
Full-time
Pay
$65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Physical Setting
Office
Application Question(s)
- How many years of previous government accounting experience do you have?
Work Location
In person
