Division Controller - Public Utilities Salary
See Position Description Location: Clearwater, FL Job Type: Full-time Job Number: 2026-00087 Department: Public Utilities Division PU ADMIN - FIN/ACCT Opening Date: 12/18/2025 Closing Date: Continuous
The City of Clearwater is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. City of Clearwater will not sponsor employment visas (e.g., H-1B, or any other work authorization status).
Position Description TARGET ENTRY SALARY: $87,410 - $91,497 DOQ POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Under administrative direction, the Controller supervises, monitors, and performs financial and accounting work in the operation and direction of the City of Clearwaters financial accounting systems and processes.
Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions: • Applies and implements principles, practices, and techniques of professional accounting to the creation, modification, installation, maintenance, and operation of government accounting systems as may be required to assure appropriate records of all financial transactions. • Supervises, oversees, manages, and monitors the maintenance of all financial and budgetary records; ensures the accurate recordation, application, and presentation of financial and accounting data for the City and its departments. • Oversees, mentors, and supervises payroll, purchasing, warehouse, and inventory control functions; provides direction and leadership for personnel performing work in these functions; monitors workflow and output ensuring accuracy, transparency, and efficiency. • Prepares, creates, and files annual and interim financial reports to management, regulatory agencies, and other interested parties; manages and monitors the debt portfolio for the City and handles debt service payments and outstanding bond issues. • Assists, supports, and participates in the development, installation, and maintenance of internal control procedures which provide for the continued monitoring of expenditure and receipt transactions in all assigned activities. • Interprets, reviews, and delivers accounts, reports, and records to management as required; provides verified financial and accounting information which accurately represents department status and overall City success. • Scrutinizes records, transactions, entries, and statements for propriety and accuracy. • Establishes, develops, and implements workflow models and control systems to improve quality and efficiency of operations; prepares and provides fixes asset reports and system reporting. • Develops policy and standard operating procedures (SOP) and monitors staff adherence to city-wide policies and procedures and SOPs. • Performs customer service and other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment: • A valid State drivers license is required. • Certified Public Accountant is preferred.
Education and Experience: • Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field PLUS four (4) years of professional accounting experience; two (2) years of responsible government accounting or auditing is preferred; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
Supplemental Information
Knowledge of: • Professional accounting principles and practices of government financial operations • Government accounting and budgeting practices • Application of data processing to accounting systems and financial analysis • Influence of law on governmental accounting • Office practices, procedures, and equipment • Personnel supervision, management, and oversight • Record keeping, report preparation, filing methods, and records • General office policies and procedures; computers and general office equipment
Skill in: • Organizing work and setting priorities to meet deadlines • Preparing and monitoring accounting statements and reports • Analyzing and interpreting fiscal and accounting data • Supporting payroll, budget, purchasing, inventory control, and computer systems staff • Performing general office and clerical work • Preparing accurate accounting reports and statements • Establishing and maintaining strong office relationships • Operating a computer and related software
Health and Wellness Initiatives
• 100% employee health care coverage • Option for dependent health care • Life Insurance • Optional Dental, Vision, AFLAC • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Retirement - 401(a) Money Purchase Plan • Voluntary Tax-deferred 457 Plan • Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans • Competitive Salaries • Tuition assistance • Training and development opportunities • Travel compensation • Military leave • Bereavement leave • Discount coupons • Service and employee recognition awards
Application Questions
What is your highest level of education? Masters Degree or higher Bachelors Degree Associates Degree High School Diploma or GED Certificate Completion of 10th grade Less than 10th grade education
What level of Drivers License do you currently possess? CDL A CDL B Regular (E) ID Only Out of State None of the above
How many years of professional experience do you have in accounting? No experience Less than 1 year of experience 1-2 years experience 2-4 years experience 4-6 years experience 6-8 years experience 8-10 years experience 10+ years experience
Do you have 2 years of professional, responsible government accounting or audit experience? Yes No
Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? Yes No
Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status)? Yes No
Employer Information
City of Clearwater Address: 100 South Myrtle Avenue Clearwater, Florida, 33756 Phone: 727-444-8111 Website: http://www.myclearwater.com