This is a highly responsible professional financial and accounting position in First State’s fiscal activities. The incumbent is directly responsible to the Finance Director and is expected to function in the absence of the Finance Director.

1. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
2. Experience in the application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (G.A.A.P).
3. Highly competent in general laws and administrative policies governing non-profit practices and procedures.
4. Knowledge of modern office practices and standard office and accounting equipment.
5. At least five (5) years exp. in applicable business and leadership level of responsibility that will enable the employee to satisfactorily perform the duties required.
6. Highly effective communication skills orally and in writing.

1. Acts as primary support to the Finance Director in the fiscal administration activities of First State
2. Responsible for maintaining the full integrity of all First State revenues, especially in the area of utilities. This is a primary assist duty. Makes periodic review of revenues and, when necessary, makes direct contact w/other agency depts.
3. Responsible for capital assets projects. This is a primary assist duty.
4. Assists the Finance Director in the administration of personnel affairs within the Finance Dept.
5. Responsible for compiling fiscal estimates and preparing special fiscal reports as may be required.
6. Responsible for compliance with First State’s accounting procedures including follow-up and testing to ensure proper adherence thereto.
7. Establishes and maintains a registry of standard and special computer programs utilized by the Finance Department and ancillary programs.
8. Establishes procedures that ensure full and current collections.
9. Performs other duties as may be directed by the Finance Director.