Finance Division

Our purpose

The purpose of the Finance Division is to provide financial monitoring information and analysis, internal controls, employee and vendor payments, and timely and accurate information to the City Council, City Staff, Vendors, and Citizens of Huntsville so that they may manage their resources, effectively administer their programs and projects, and make informed decisions.

Description of our services

The Finance Division is responsible for the administration and supervision of all financial affairs of the City. The Finance Division is responsible for the accurate and timely recording of the collection of City funds, the disbursement of City funds, and the recording and reporting of these transactions in accordance with State law, City policies, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principals (GAAP). The Finance Division provides information regarding proper procedures and internal controls to other City departments in order to ensure accurate fiscal management. The Finance Division also conducts internal auditing as needed.