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City of Clearwater, FL lists this Division Controller - Public Works opportunity in belleair, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Salary: See Position Description
Location : Clearwater, FL
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number:
Department: Public Works
Division: PUBLIC WORKS ADMINISTRATION
Opening Date: 07/13/2026
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 - $117,000 DOQ
Under administrative direction, the Controller supervises, monitors, and performs financial and accounting work in the operation and direction of the City of Clearwater's financial accounting systems and processes.
CURRENT POSTING IS FOR THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions : -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: 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 SOP's.
Performs customer service and other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment:
A valid State driver's license is required.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's 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.
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?
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What level of Driver's License do you currently possess? CDL A
CDL B
Regular (E)
ID Only
Out of State
None of the above
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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
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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
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Do you have 2 years of professional, responsible government accounting or audit experience? Yes
No
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Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? Yes
No
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Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status)?" Yes
No
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