The Finance Department is responsible for planning and coordinating the fiscal activities of the City of Bessemer.
The department has the following responsibilities:
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Coordination and preparation of the City’s annual financial reports

Coordination of the City’s annual financial statement audit

Manage and coordinate the activities of the area of Cash Management and Investments

Manage and coordinate the activities of the Payroll and Pension department

Manage and coordinate the activities in the areas of Risk Management and Insurance

Manage and coordinate the area of Revenue Administration
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Prepare and monitor adherence to the City’s approved budget

Ensure compliance with federal and state grants

Ensure processing of payments to vendors within adherence to established guidelines

Provide timely financial information to department managers and city officials

Develop, implement and maintain accounting control systems