Description
Under general direction, assists in the oversight of financial matters for the County, including managerial, supervisory and administrative functions of the finance department and ensures the accuracy and completeness of all financial records.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, physical requirements, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.
This is a Fair Labor Standards Act Defined Exempt Position – Exempt positions are excluded from minimum wage, overtime regulations, and other rights and protections afforded nonexempt workers. The employee in this position is paid a salary rather than an hourly wage for this position. FLSA does not limit the amount of work time an employer may require or expect from any exempt employee, on any schedule. Hamilton County Government expects an employee in this position to complete the work assigned regardless the number of hours involved in completing the tasks assigned.
Tasks
Assists in a variety of high level managerial, supervisory, and administrative functions involved in the operation of the Finance Division with particular emphasis on accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and procurement; develops goals and priorities; provides direction to finance division staff and assesses staff performance; interprets, administers and assists in the development of financial policies and procedures.
Plans, organizes, directs, and oversees the preparation of County budget and financial reports; ensures compliance with budget development, financial reporting and procurement requirements; assists in the development of policies and procedures governing financial accounting and budgeting; provides day-to-day management of the Finance Division.
Assists with oversight and control of County budget, department hiring, procurement and expenditures; assists in the development and implementation of County information technology systems and equipment plans, provides general direction relating to risk funding, insurance coverage, and risk mitigation
Assists in regular communication with the County Mayor, County Commission, and elected officials and other departments on financial matters; serves as a technical resource and maintains current knowledge of Tennessee Code Annotated, governmental accounting regulations, investment rules and market conditions, and other related laws and regulations governing areas of responsibility. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics
Knowledge of Tennessee Code Annotated (TCA), and administrative guidelines.
Knowledge of Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) pronouncements.
Knowledge of Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) standards, recommended practices and policies.
Knowledge of Internal Revenue Service Code.
Knowledge of Hamilton County policies and procedures.
Knowledge of Hamilton County Audited Financial Statements, Budget, and budget and accounting systems.
Knowledge of Hamilton County tax collection system and property appraisal systems.
Skill in reading, interpreting, understanding and applying Tennessee Code Annotated, related policies and procedures, applicable Federal rules and regulations, Hamilton County Policies and Procedures.
Skill in the application of accounting, risk management and procurement principles and standards.
Skill in working under pressure of deadlines, establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with department staff, other County departments and elected officials.
Skill in communicating effectively orally and in the development of written documents, reports, and financial information.
Skill in identifying, establishing and implementing operational standards, policies, and procedures for the division.
Skill in planning, organizing, developing and leading division staff to the achievement of division goals and priorities.
Skill in investment and control of financial resources, debt financing instruments, risk liability funding and insurance.
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or directly related discipline from an accredited institution and ten (10) years of direct work experience in the field of accounting, at least five (5) years of which must be in governmental accounting. Three (3) of the required ten (10) years of direct work experience must be in a supervisory capacity. A valid driver’s license is required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certificate is preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Prior to operating a County-owned vehicle, all employees are required to complete the HC Defensive Driving course and/or an Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) provided at the department level.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Work requires a minimum to moderate amount of physical effort with intermittent typing, sitting, standing, walking, and driving.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
All positions within Hamilton County Government are considered work in-person and require regular and punctual attendance.
All positions within Hamilton County Government may require work on Holidays or weekends. Additionally, irregular hours and shift work may be required, including possible extension of shift hours, at times with short notice.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Hamilton County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services. A copy of Hamilton County’s Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (EEOP) & Utilization Report is available on the County’s Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Office home page.
https://www.hamiltontn.gov/Department_EqualEmploymentOpportunityOffice.aspx
Hamilton County Government
Meeting the needs of the people where they live, work, and play!
Hamilton County, Tennessee offers a lower cost of living, ease of getting around, a lively arts tradition, and abundant outdoor recreational opportunities.
Working for Hamilton County Government provides many great benefits – take a look at a few of those highlighted below…
On-Site Employee Health Clinic
- No copay to utilize clinic services.
- Clinic services include routine office visits, sick visits, labs, flu shots, and more
- TextCare – Access to care 24/7 via TextCare, which is direct, unlimited access to medical care 24/7 through text message.
(Employee access to the clinic is available from day one. A covered spouse or dependent has access as soon as their health plan coverage is effective. Children age 3 and up who are covered by the County’s insurance are eligible to be seen.)
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- Telehealth – Two-way, real-time interactive communication between the patient and a practitioner through telecommunications, which may include audiovisual options.
- One to One Provider Network – Availability to utilize a network of providers that provide a high level of care at a lower copay/cost.
- Health Management Programs – Offered to help employees and their family members in managing the following health conditions: Asthma, Diabetes, Hypertension (High Blood Pressure), and Hyperlipidemia (High Cholesterol)
- Nutritional guidance – Nutritional education provided to assist in making the appropriate food /health choices.
On-Site Employee Pharmacy
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- Low-cost prescriptions available to those covered under the County health plan.
- Over the counter items offered at cost.
- RxLocal App – Mobile app provides a convenient way to stay connected and manage your health. Through the app you can request refills and ask questions.
- On-site Pharmacist available to answer questions and provide information.
Hamilton County Government offers competitive insurance coverage to fulltime employees.
Medical coverage is offered through Cigna to fulltime employees. The County pays a generous portion of the medical premium. Two options are available to choose from: LCP (Local Cost Plus) and OAP (Open Access Plus).
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- The LCP has a smaller network that includes most providers and hospitals, with the exception of Parkridge facilities/providers.
- The OAP is a national network of facilities/providers that includes most providers/hospitals, including Parkridge.
Dental coverage is a voluntary benefit available to fulltime employees. Three coverage options are offered: Cigna High Plan, Cigna Low Plan, and Sun Life DHMO.
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- The Cigna High Dental Plan covers orthodontia for children up to age 18. A national network of dental providers is available to choose from and this plan offers out of network coverage.
- The Cigna Low Dental Plan does not cover orthodontia. A national network of dental providers is available to choose from and this plan offers out of network coverage.
- The Sun Life DHMO plan is a prepaid dental plan that offers benefits through a network of plan dentists. A dental provider must be selected when enrolling and services must be provided by that provider for benefits to apply.
Life Insurance/Accidental Death and Dismemberment is provided through Symetra. The County provides $30,000 of Basic Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage at no cost to fulltime employees.
Additional voluntary benefits fulltime employees have access to enroll in are as follows:
-Individual Short-Term Disability (STD) -Voluntary Long-Term Disability (LTD)
-Flexible Spending Account–Health Care -Flexible Spending Account–Dept. Care
-Flexible Spending Account–Transportation -Accident Insurance
-Critical Illness Insurance -Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Hamilton County Government Retirement for Fulltime Employees:
Pension – Legacy Plan (hired prior to 10/1/2015), in which the employer contributes 14.70%.
Pension – Hybrid Plan (hired on or after 10/1/2015), in which the employee contributes 5% and the employer contributes 4%.
401K – Employer contributes 5% and the employee can contribute the amount of their choice.
457b – Employees have the option to contribute to this plan if they choose.
Pre-Retirement Seminar:
Hamilton County Human Resources provides a pre-retirement seminar to those considering retirement, two times per year (1st and 3rd quarter of each year). Seminar topics covered may include:
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- Health insurance assistance, Medicare info and counseling.
- Internal steps to take when an employee is ready to retire.
- Estate Planning
- Personal Financial Planning
- TCRS (Tennessee Consolidated Revenue Service) – Ham. County Pension
- Deferred Compensation/457 Plan – Nationwide
- Social Security Benefits
Parental Leave:
Hamilton County provides eight (8) weeks of paid maternity leave and two (2) weeks of paid paternity leave following the birth of a child or placement of a child with an employee in connection with adoption (age 13 or younger) or foster care.
Paid Time Off:
Hamilton County Government provides generous paid time off (PTO) to fulltime employees from the start of employment.
- Years 1 – 5: an employee will accrue 5.85 hours of leave, per pay period.
- Years 5 – 10: an employee will accrue 6.77 hours of leave, per pay period.
- Years 11–15: an employee will accrue 8.31hours of leave, per pay period.
- Year 15 and each year thereafter, an employee will accrue 8.93 hours of leave, per pay period.
At each anniversary, an employee can roll over up to 80 hours of unused PTO into their leave bank. (Up to 800 hours for employees hired on or after 1/1/2013).
Paid Holidays:
Hamilton County Government provides thirteen (13) paid holidays to fulltime employees.
New Year’s Day Independence Day
M.L. King’s Birthday Labor Day
President’s Day Veteran’s Day
Good Friday Thanksgiving (2 days)
Memorial Day Christmas (2 days)
Juneteenth
Wellness Facility:
Hamilton County Government provides a 24/7 fitness center, free of charge, to County employees and family members (age 14+) covered under the County’s health plan. The fitness center offers cardio and strength-training equipment, along with group exercise classes throughout the year. (which may include Zumba, spin, yoga, etc.)
