Village of Potsdam

Village Treasurer

Job Description

The Village of Potsdam is seeking a treasurer with progressive experience in finance, accounting, and budget-related operations. A strong understanding of financial management, market trends, and financial software. A strong skillset with a positive attitude showing drive, initiative, and self-motivation. Experience working in finance required and experience working with a municipality or local government preferred.

Additional Job Duties, Treasurer – Village of Potsdam
• Assists in managing the day-to-day financial operations of the Village of Potsdam.
• Responsible for the oversight of accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets and cash management.
• Assists with the preparation of the Village of Potsdam’s annual budget.
• Assists in overseeing financials for all departments within the Village of Potsdam.
• Works closely with all departments on future spending, savings, and oversight of each budget.
• Oversees the retirement process by fulfilling monthly required reporting.
• Processes payroll biweekly for all Village employees (hourly, salary, management, union, part time).
• Prepares and processes quarterly payroll tax.
• Prepares and processes quarterly sales tax.
• Prepares financial reports for the Board of Trustees to summarize financial activity in areas of revenue, expenditure, and other various requests.
• Provides department heads and management with timely reports on each department’s financial progress.
• Prepares a variety of financial reports for internal and external parties.
• Oversees and monitors expenditures regularly to assure compliance with approved budget allocations.
• Oversees the NYCLASS savings account, including monthly reconciliations, contributions, and withdrawals.
• Assists in the preparation of the annual audit and financial statements.
• Serves as the liaison for external audits completed for the Village of Potsdam.
• Co-administrator of Village ClearGov budget software/processes.

Job Requirements

Minimum Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications: Proficient in MS Office Suite, including advanced Excel and Microsoft Word. Strong communication skills and customer service skills. A strong concept of governmental accounting. Experience working in a governmental entity or municipality.

If you are interested in this position, please mail or email your resume, cover letter, and a brief diversity statement to Georgine Scott, Village Clerk, Village of Potsdam, PO Box 5168, Potsdam, NY 13676 or gscott@vi.potsdam.ny.us.

If you have any questions about this position, please contact Administrator Gates-Shult at 315-265-7480 ext.3.

Application Deadline: June 30, 2024

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Retirement Benefits
• Paid time off (sick days, vacation days)

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