HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 1982 (22)RESOLUTION NO. � . �F )
AUTHORIZING THE POSITION OF COUNTY FINANCE COORDINATOR
WHEREAS the current governmental structure of St. Croix County does not
provide for a position which coordinates the budgeting, accounting, and
general financial activities of the County, and
WHEREAS the County's financial consultants have repeatedly advised that
such a position be established in the best interests of efficient and
responsible fiscal activities, and
WHEREAS present economic conditions make it increasingly important that
the County's financial activities be handled in the most efficient and
responsible manner possible,
AND WHEREAS Wisconsin Statute 59.72 authorizes the establishment of a
similar position, that of County Auditor, and designates the procedure
for appointment,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the St. Croix County Board of Supervisors
meeting in regular session, that the position of County Finance
Coordinator be created according to the job responsibilities and requirements
as set forth in the job description, Attachment "A" and under the guidelines
of Wisconsin Statlite 59.72 and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the position be established with a 1982 salary
range of $28,000 to $40,000 with all regular County benefits in addition
to the salary and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the County Board authorize the Board Chairman
to appoint Mr. James Steel to the position with a starting dateofJuly 1
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the County Board instruct the County Clerk
to transfer an amount of $26,000 from the General Fund to the County
Finance Coordinator's budget to cover office and personnel costs for the
remainder of 1982, and that savings from expenses previously contracted
to outside firms, but now the responsibility of the designee, be returned
to the General Fund.
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Finance Committee
Personnel Committee
Others
AFFIRMATIVE
ATTACHMENT A
COUNTY FINANCE COORDINATOR
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Performs supervisory and professional duties
in the maintenance of sound financial management for St. Croix County. Pro-
vides for the monitoring of the budget as an on -going process and the
internal auditing of the County accounts.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This is responsible administrative
and supervisory work. The employee in this position had overall
responsibility for the smooth and efficient operation of St. Croix County's
financial concerns. The work is performed in accordance with the
general policy guidelines from the Finance, Budget, Building, Bonds, and
Insurance Committee. General supervision is exercised over all financial
concerns of the County.
EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative Only)
Develops. maintains, and administers a financial plan for the County, providing
for the maintenance of high standards of efficiency and cost-effectiveness
Prepares monthly and annual reports and other special reports for the Finance
Committee, County Board, and other governmental bodies
Provides for the completion of bookkeeping (accounting) tasks and the closing
of books in all County Offices, including the Highway Department and the
Health Center
Prepares for long-range budget planning and the annual budget
Provides for the County planning and possible implementation of insurance
programs, including investigating the feasibility of a self-insurance
program
Administers the County investments programs and deals with related accounting
Prepares annually a Capital Outlay Program and a Federal Revenue Sharing Plan
Prepares books and financial records for required independent audits
Assists the Personnel Committee and the Personnel Specialist with budget
considerations in the salary and benefit costs of staffing
Prepares the indirect cost reimbursement reports for programs funded with out -
of -County monies
Monitors the budget on an on -going basis to provide for an even cash flow
Assist with the implementation of computerized accounting systems, should the
need arise
Performs related tasks as required
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Comprehensive knowledge of the prin-
ciples and practices of public finance and accounting procedures; ability to
plan, supervise, and exercise the leadership required in the administration
of the County's financial concerns; ability to analyze difficult situations
and develop sound conclusions; ability to establish and maintain effective
working relationships with County personnel and professional staff working with
the County; comprehensive knowledge of the GAAFR system of public accounting;
good professional judgement; ability to develop and maintain a County self-
insurance program; extensive experience in public accounting and graduation
from a college or university, preferably with a degree in business administration,
accounting, public administration, and/or a.related area; or a combination of
experience and education which provides the required skills, knowledge, and
abilities
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Comprehensive knowledge of the Wisconsin
state auditing systems, County auditing systems, and general knowledge of
operational procedures; experience in investment planning; experience in
insurance programs