ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF FINANCE – TOWNSHIP OF MIDDLETOWN, Monmouth County

 

Middletown Township in Monmouth County is seeking a full time Assistant Director of Finance. The Assistant Director shall work in conjunction with and under the direction of the Director of Finance/CFO. In the absence of the Director/CFO, the Assistant shall perform all the duties of the Director of Finance/CFO. Applicants must have strong management, math and analytical skills with a professional demeanor. Duties are to include annual operating and capital budget preparation and maintenance, bank reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, cash management, assistance with auditors, management of the grant, capital and trust funds, day to day supervision of staff, special projects, and other related duties as deemed necessary. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and possess strong communication and outstanding analytical skills with understanding of and compliance with duties and requirements provided by NJ law, and all DCA and DLGS directives. Additionally, they must have excellent computer skills and be proficient in Edmunds Financial Software and Microsoft Excel; experience with Outlook, Word and Primepoint software is a plus. Interested applicants must possess current, valid CMFO certification and have at least five years of supervisory experience in a NJ municipal finance office. There is a strong preference for those with a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics or business. Competitive salary commensurate with knowledge and experience. Excellent benefits package provided. Employment application is available on the Township website. Interested candidates may send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to: Cindy Veneziano, Personnel/EEOC Officer, 1 Kings Highway, Middletown, NJ 07748 or cvenezia@middletownnj.org. The Township of Middletown is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). The Township of Middletown reserves the right to select candidates prior to the application deadline of October 31, 2024.