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The City of Maize is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented professional to serve as our City Treasurer/Finance Officer. This key position oversees the Citys financial operations, ensuring compliance with state laws, regulatory standards, and internal policies while safeguarding the Citys financial health.

As part of our team, you will play a pivotal role in managing budgets, investments, payroll, and project accounting. If you are passionate about public service and possess strong analytical and organizational skills, we encourage you to consider this exciting opportunity.

Why Work for the City of Maize?

• Serve a growing and vibrant community.
• Work in a collaborative and supportive environment.
• Make a meaningful impact by contributing to the Citys financial stability and success.

If you have the qualifications, expertise, and commitment to excellence, we invite you to apply today. Together, we can build a stronger future for the City of Maize.

Essential Responsibilities

• Oversee and ensure compliance with all financial functions, including Kansas budget and cash basis laws.
• Supervises the maintenance of the City\'s general ledger and chart of accounts and the preparation of annual financial statements and schedules
• Coordinates monthly and annual closing activities, taking action to ensure the accurate processing and timing of all required accounting transactions to present accurate statements of the City\'s financial position
• Prepares adjusting entries to various ledgers to reflect accurate accounting and distribution of income and expenses to appropriate account.
• Manage payroll processing and associated reporting requirements.
• Prepare deposits for City funds and maintain accurate financial records.
• Assist with preparing and managing the annual operating budget in collaboration with the City Manager, Deputy City Manager, and budget team.
• Manage the City\'s investment portfolio under the direction of the City Manager, ensuring compliance with legal and policy guidelines.
• Perform bank reconciliations and maintain oversight of all financial accounts.
• Provide financial management and reporting for City projects, including accurate tracking and oversight.
• Manage and monitor long-term incentive programs, including reporting and compliance.
• Develop and implement internal controls and financial policies to safeguard City assets.
• Prepare and present financial reports to the City Manager, City Council, and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate and collaborate with auditors during the annual audit process.
• Work with the Citys financial advisor to manage debt, borrowing, and related payments.
• Provides supervision for the Accounting Clerk.
• Promote the goodwill of the City by fostering positive community and interdepartmental relationships.
• Attend City Council meetings, including those held outside standard business hours.
• Update financial policies and public-facing financial sections of the Citys website.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the City Manager.

Work Environment\ This is an office-based position with occasional travel for meetings or training. Required to attend occasional City Council meetings that fall on the first Monday of the month as needed and all meetings that occur on the third Monday of the month. Meetings start at 6pm. Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required to attend City Council or other related meetings on a limited basis. The City of Maize is an Equal Opportunity Employer.