Finance

Mission Statement
The mission of the City of Parkland's Finance Department is:

  • To preserve the City's strong financial condition by creating a financial strategy, effectively managing the City's resources, and providing analysis and recommendations that ensure optimal economic results.
  • To provide accurate financial information in a timely manner.
  • To produce and generate information that is meaningful and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and department procedures.

Core Services

Financial Services

  • Provide financial policy, cash management, debt management, accounting, accounts payable, and payroll
  • Monitor the City’s financial condition and provide financial strategies to ensure fiscal solvency
  • Prepare quarterly financial operating statements
  • Assist with the preparation of the annual Comprehensive Annual Financial Report
  • Assist with the annual audit

Payroll

  • Prepare and process all payroll functions as they relate to generating paychecks
  • Oversee the entering of hours and proper compliance of Human Resources Rules and Regulations
  • Prepare quarterly 941s and annual 1099s and W-2s
  • Prepare all changes as they relate to employees.

Budget

  • Prepare the Annual Budget and Capital Improvement Program
  • Prepare all information relating to TRIM (Truth in Millage) Rates utilized for property tax assessment purposes
  • Provide monthly year-to-date reports to departments
  • Conduct monthly budget meeting with departments

Performance Measurements

  • Maintain and update the quarterly performance measurement system
  • Coordinate and administer the City-wide survey program
  • Coordinate and implement department surveys
  • Assist with the City Strategic Planning Process

General Insurance (Property, Casualty, and Liability)

  • Administer and maintain the City’s insurance programs for general, professional, vehicle liability, and property insurance