2013–2014 BIENNIAL BUDGET - the City of Tukwila

2013–2014 Biennial Budget City of Tukwila, WashingtonGoals & AccomplishmentsDEPARTMENT: Finance (05) DIVISION: 514.230FUND: General FUND NUMBER : 000RESPONSIBLE MANAGER: Peggy McCarthy POSITION: DirectorDescriptionThe Finance department provides an array of services that include financial data processing, treasurycash control, utility billing and collection, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, businesslicenses, preparation of the biennial budget and comprehensive annual financial report, (CAFR) and riskmanagement.The Finance Department also serves as liaison to the State Auditor’s Office during the annual audit ofthe City’s compliance with legal and financial reporting requirements.2011-2012 Accomplishments♦ Created financial structure for the newly established Tukwila Metropolitan Park District, preparedbudget and financial statements.♦ Implemented use of on-line timesheets city-wide allowing successful payroll processing from a remotelocation during a snow storm.♦ Transitioned the issuance of business license from the Clerk’s Office to Finance and implemented EdenLicensing module; implemented new Revenue Generating Regulatory License (RGRL) and streamlinedthe calculation of business license and RGRL fee.♦ Received Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the 24th year.♦ Received Distinguished Budget Award for the 2011-2012 Biennial Budget, a first-time achievement.♦ Received the Certificate of Excellence award for the City’s investment policy.♦ Developed budget model as part of the 2013-2014 biennial budget process.♦ Implemented managed print services and sole sourced copier leasing to increase efficiencies and realizeprinting and copying cost savings.♦ Signed a new 4 year interlocal agreement with Regional Animal Services of King County.2013-2014 Program Goals♦ Support the City’s effort in developing a Strategic Plan.♦ Achieve Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for 2013 and 2014 (CAFR).♦ Achieve the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the 2013-2014 Biennial Budget.♦ Issue Local Improvement District (LID) bonds and administer the LID assessment and collectionprocess.♦ Provide City-wide instruction on use of accounting software including Eden and Excel.♦ Conduct revenue research and /or audits to maximize and augment revenue collection.♦ Review, analyze, revise as needed, and document processes, procedures and policies, to createoperating efficiencies and enhance fiscal stewardship including: Production of a budget manual Consideration of utility billing options Streamlining of cash receipting processes Financial policy development and enhancement, e.g. debt and capital asset policies♦ Increase department effectiveness and collaboration through training and team building eventsincluding an offsite departmental retreat.♦ Enhance reporting and financial analysis.Page 108