Senior Accountant Manager

Anthony Finch

Comptroller

Principal Areas of Practice

Seasoned financial executive with over 9 years of progressive experience in municipal finance, strategic planning, and financial operations. Proven track record in managing multi-million-dollar budgets, implementing cost-saving initiatives, and ensuring compliance with fiscal policies and regulations.

Skills and Experience

Financial Accounting

Project Management

Internal Controls

System Implementations

Budgeting and Forecasting

Capital Budget

Cost Management

Pension Board Member

Cash Management

GAAP & GASB compliance

External review / Audit support

Industry Lines

Municipality

Non-Profit

Publishing

Insurance

Education

Computer Applications

Paylocity

Peoplesoft

ADP

Great Plains

QuickBooks

MS Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

MS Outlook

Harris (MSI)

Caselle (Civic)

Education/Qualifications

MBA- Business

BA-Accounting

Notable Clients

Village of Sauk Village

Village of Lynwood

City of Markham

Village of Robbins(c)

Village of Phoenix (c)

Adapt at providing expert financial advice to senior officials, overseeing audits, and leading teams to optimize operational efficiency. I am skilled in cash management, treasury functions, budgeting and pension administration, with a focus on driving financial stability and growth.

Functional Skills

Financial Planning & Analysis

Managed multi-million-dollar budgets, including developing and executing budgets up to $14 million.

Identified over $1,000,000 in lost revenue through data-driven analysis, supporting informed decision-making.

Specialized in strategic financial planning and aligning financial goals with organizational objectives.

Compliance & Regulatory Adherence

Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including tax laws, pension regulations, and fiscal policies.

Developed and enforced internal controls to safeguard municipal funds and maintain financial transparency.

Audit Management

Led internal audit functions and collaborated with external auditors to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance.

Achieved cost savings of up to 20% by streamlining audit processes and enhancing accountability.

Cash Management & Treasury Functions

Managed cash flow, treasury functions, and investments of municipal and pension funds.

Increased pension contributions by $450,000 through effective financial restructuring and risk assessment.

Pension Administration

Managed police and fire pension funds, ensuring compliance with legal guidelines and best practices.

Increased pension contributions and improved long-term financial sustainability by restructuring pension liabilities.

Financial Reporting & Data Analysis

Prepared detailed financial reports, including cash flow statements, budget performance summaries, and audit reports.

Provided insights to city officials for decision-making regarding tax rates, fee schedules, and other revenue sources.

Policy Development & Fiscal Advisement

Formulated and implemented fiscal policies, including tax levies and budgeting procedures, to enhance financial stability.

Advised city officials on financial matters, ensuring alignment with long-term strategic goals.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

Effectively communicated complex financial information to city commissions, boards, and the public.

Acted as the liaison with external auditors, government agencies, and other entities to ensure financial transparency and accountability.

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