Accounting Division

MISSION STATEMENT:

To ensure that the administration of the financial operations, consisting of accounts payable, cash debt management, and financial reporting, is knowledgeably, professionally, and efficiently managed.

GOALS AND OBJECTIVES:

1. To maintain the financial information system in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles as evidenced by a "clean" opinion from the external auditors.
2. To provide financial information to management and operating departments within ten days after month end.
3. To prepare for the implementation of Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) Statement 34 ( new financial reporting mode).

SERVICES

1. Maintains and manages general ledger accounts, accounts payable, and year-end closing of books.
2. Prepares for all aspects of audit of all City books.
3. Manages bank accounts for all fund deposits through direct access to the City’s banks.
4. Maintains general ledger to conform to the approved budget and budget amendments.
5. Compiles and provides all special financial reports for evaluation throughout the year.
6. Serves on special projects.