The Finance Department is responsible for all financial transactions of the Township of Berlin. The responsibilities include but are not limited to the following

  • Custody and Investment of all Township funds.
  • Provide assistance to the Mayor and Council in the preparation of the Annual Budget.
  • Maintenance of all financial records for the Township including a complete General Ledger for all funds as well as Monthly and Annual Reporting of all revenues and appropriations.
  • Handling of all aspects of Debt Service including payment schedules and correspondence with attorneys concerning temporary and permanent financing.
  • Provide assistance and oversight to departments in regard to Purchasing functions in accordance with State and Township regulations.
  • Processing of Accounts Payables in accordance with State and Township regulations.
  • Developing and maintaining an Internal Control System to safeguard Township assets.
  • Preparation of the Annual Financial Statements and Annual Debt Statements in accordance with State regulations.
  • Preparation and coordination of Bank Reconciliations.
  • Compilation of Fixed Asset Reports for audit presentation.
  • Preparation of Financial Reporting for Grants including handling of all reimbursement requirements.
  • Preparation of Payroll for Township employees including the preparation of all Federal and state tax fillings.