Treasurers and Controllers

Supervise employees performing financial reporting, accounting, billing, collections, payroll, and budgeting duties.

Coordinate and direct the financial planning, budgeting, procurement, or investment activities of all or part of an organization.

Develop internal control policies, guidelines, and procedures for activities such as budget administration, cash and credit management, and accounting.

Maintain current knowledge of organizational policies and procedures, federal and state policies and directives, and current accounting standards.

Prepare or direct preparation of financial statements, business activity reports, financial position forecasts, annual budgets, or reports required by regulatory agencies.

Provide direction and assistance to other organizational units regarding accounting and budgeting policies and procedures and efficient control and utilization of financial resources.

Analyze the financial details of past, present, and expected operations to identify development opportunities and areas where improvement is needed.

Advise management on short-term and long-term financial objectives, policies, and actions.

Monitor financial activities and details, such as cash flow and reserve levels, to ensure that all legal and regulatory requirements are met.

Evaluate needs for procurement of funds and investment of surpluses and make appropriate recommendations.

Prepare and file annual tax returns or prepare financial information so that outside accountants can complete tax returns.

Monitor and evaluate the performance of accounting and other financial staff, recommending and implementing personnel actions, such as promotions and dismissals.

Develop and maintain relationships with banking, insurance, and external accounting personnel to facilitate financial activities.

Receive, record, and authorize requests for disbursements in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Delegate authority for the receipt, disbursement, banking, protection, and custody of funds, securities, and financial instruments.

Compute, withhold, and account for all payroll deductions.

Conduct or coordinate audits of company accounts and financial transactions to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements and statutes.

Handle all aspects of employee insurance, benefits, and casualty programs, including monitoring changes in health insurance regulations and creating budgets for benefits and worker's compensation.

Receive cash and checks and make deposits.

Lead staff training and development in budgeting and financial management areas.

Perform tax planning work.

Determine depreciation rates to apply to capitalized items and advise management on actions regarding the purchase, lease, or disposal of such items.