Finance Manager

City Description

The City of Madeira is a thriving municipal government serving residents and businesses in Madeira, Ohio, a charming community located approximately 12 miles northeast of downtown Cincinnati. Known for its small-town atmosphere, vibrant central business district, and strong school system, Madeira offers a high quality of life and a family-friendly environment. Governed by a City Council and led by a professional City Manager, the city provides top-tier services. Madeira is proud of its well-maintained properties, community amenities, and convenient access to the Greater Cincinnati area.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Finance Manager. The Finance Manager performs advanced managerial, professional, and technical work in overseeing all functions of the Finance and Tax Department. This role is responsible for directing, coordinating, and evaluating financial operations, including accounting, payroll, purchasing, municipal income tax, and related fiscal activities. This position also includes routine and complex clerical, accounting, and customer service responsibilities as assigned by the Treasurer to support the City's goals. The Finance Manager will also analyze financial data, identify trends, and provide recommendations to City leadership to ensure fiscal integrity and sustainability.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Process daily accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, and purchase order entries
• Prepare weekly check runs
• Post daily tax payments, including withholding, business, and residential income tax activity
• Make daily tax deposits and maintain accurate supporting documentation
• Provide high-quality customer service to residents, businesses, and external partners
• Conduct audits of tax returns, research delinquent accounts, and manage collection follow-up
• Reconcile monthly bank statements for all City accounts
• Maintain fixed asset records, tag all City property valued at $1,000 or more
• Prepare depreciation schedules for City-owned rental properties
• Maintain records retention and destruction schedules for Finance and Tax Departments
• Assist with annual budget preparation, including appropriations and reappropriations
• Prepare journal entries for the general ledger system
• Assist with preparation of the Annual Tax Budget
• Support the annual audit process
• Assist with preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
• Provide support to Human Resources as needed
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of financial management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Proficiency in accounting principles, accounts payable/receivable, and financial reporting
• Knowledge of government accounting practices and familiarity with regulatory compliance
• Proven ability to prepare accurate and detailed reports for decision-making
• Excellent problem-solving, critical-thinking, and analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for collaboration with teams and leadership
• Proficiency in financial management software (MoneySoft, Tyler Fund Balance, MITS) and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field is required or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience that demonstrates required skills and abilities
• Experience in municipal or public sector finance is a plus but not required

Salary and Benefits

This position includes a competitive salary range of $55,000 - $85,000 (DOQ) and offers a generous benefits package.

How to Apply

Qualified and interested individuals are required to submit a resume to the contact listed below. The position will remain open until filled.

Marie Sprenger

Human Resources Manager

City of Madeira

7141 Miami Ave

Madeira, OH 45243

[email protected]

The City of Madeira is an Equal Opportunity Employer.