The ability to: Organize, prepare, and balance accounting records, financial statements and accounting reports using professional accounting methods; Conduct various financial and accounting analyses; Oversee and facilitate a comprehensive municipal budget process; Keep abreast of relevant changes in municipal budgeting and accounting trends; Plan and prioritize tasks to meet work deadlines; Develop and implement financial procedures and controls; Speak effectively before groups and employees of the organization; Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; Perform public speaking and/or present training to a large audience; Select, train, supervise and evaluate the work of technical supporting staff; Establish and maintain effective interactions with staff, management, auditors, contractors, vendors, and other public and private representatives; Operate computer hardware and modern office equipment; Use spreadsheet, database, and specialized accounting software programs; Work extended hours in order to complete projects, attend meetings, and accommodate City needs; Initiate requests for proposal and create a scope of work; and. This team member will perform a wide variety of highly responsible professional accounting activities including the analysis and maintenance of accounting systems, records, and reports, in the areas of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, treasury/revenue services, fixed assets, grant reporting and general ledger.