Finance Manager / Purchasing Administrator | Waukegan Township

FINANCIAL MANAGER / PURCHASING ADMINISTRATOR

Are you looking for a challenging role within an organization that provides rewarding compensation and an excellent benefit package? If so, Waukegan Township is the place for you.

Waukegan Township is a governmental agency and public servant, dedicated and committed to providing quality services to enhance the health, safety, and general well-being of the citizens of our township. Do you have finance, purchasing, and managerial experience? If so, this position could very well be for you.

General Summary and Purpose:

Oversees the management of Waukegan Township finances to include coordinating, reviewing, and maintaining all financial records for all departments/divisions of Waukegan Township. Responsible for the investment and security of all Waukegan Township funds. Implements procedures to expand revenues in support of Waukegan Township through sponsorships and/or grants.

Essential Duties: 

• Oversee Accounting Department staff and daily accounting functions.
• Manage all Waukegan Township Bank Accounts.
• Manage General Ledgers & create Financial Statements for all Waukegan Township funds.
• Prepare Revenue and Expense Statements for Board review and approval.
• Prepare Annual Budgets and present them to the Board for approval.
• Prepare Tax Levies and present them to the Board for approval and submission to the County.
• Create monthly IMRF pension contribution statements report.
• Manage and prepare all necessary records for various Audits.
• Responsible for all financial aspects of new grants and funding applications.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Qualifications:

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's or minimum of 7 years of experience in Municipal Accounting and Budgets.
• Possess Supervisory Skills.

 DESIRED:

• Master’s degree in accounting or financial field.
• Proficient in investments.

Compensation:

The Waukegan Township offers a comprehensive employee compensation and benefits package which includes the following:

• Position Range: $100,000 to $125,000 depending on qualifications and experience.
• IMRF Pension Plan.
• Optional 457(b) deferred compensation plan.
• Premium Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits.
• Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• $100,000 Life Insurance Policy
• Generous PTO
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

Waukegan Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans and does not unlawfully discriminate under federal, state, or local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.