EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE AND TAXATION 0225

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under general direction, an employee in this class is responsible for the administration of the Finance and Taxation Division of the Suffolk County Department of Audit and Control. The incumbent oversees the financial management system, advises the County Comptroller in the management of County funds, and exercises initiative and independent judgment in directing the fiscal operations of the Division. Work is reviewed by the County Comptroller or the Chief Deputy County Comptroller through periodic conferences, reports and observations. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Administers the Department of Audit and Control’s Finance and Taxation Division, which is responsible for a variety of functions including auditing and accounting methods and procedures of cash flow;

Assists the County Comptroller in the development and implementation of policies and procedures for the administration of Division operations;

Interprets new regulations, procedures and requirements as promulgated by the County Comptroller, the State Department of Audit and Control, and the Federal Government;

Assists the County Comptroller in handling all matters related to bankruptcy claims and small claims court ordered petitions for reduction of assessment and tax refunds;

Acts as liaison for the Division with other County Departments, and Federal, State and local agencies on matters related to tax map, property taxes and forfeiture laws;

Coordinates the accounting activities of all County Departments to conform to the requirements of the Finance and Taxation Division.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration; comprehensive knowledge of the responsibilities, functions and procedures of the Comptroller’s Office; good knowledge of effective supervisory techniques; thorough knowledge of and ability to interpret the Suffolk County Tax Act and Real Property Tax Laws; ability to analyze facts and to exercise sound judgment in arriving at conclusions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with County employees and with the general public; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Either:

`(a) Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Bachelor’s Degree and eight (8) years of administrative experience directing the activities of staff including five (5) years in a position with a government agency with responsibility for overseeing matters related to budget, finance, taxation, bankruptcy, and other financial issues; or,

(b) Graduation from a standard senior high school and twelve (12) years of administrative experience directing the activities of staff including five (5) years in a position with a government agency with responsibility for overseeing matters related to budget, finance, taxation, bankruptcy, and other financial issues; or,

(c) An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of (a) and (b).

R12/17/15

Suffolk County

COMPETITIVE