Neptune Beach residents with a head for numbers and a desire to influence their city's financial integrity may be interested in a new opportunity; the City of Neptune Beach is seeking applicants to join its Finance & Auditor Selection Committee. As reported by the City of Neptune Beach official website, this committee is not only tasked with selecting the city's auditor in line with Florida Statutes Section 218.391 but will also handle additional responsibilities detailed in Ordinance No. 2025-04.
The call is out for candidates with a background in accounting, banking, business, or finance to step forward and apply for a position that promises to shape the fiscal landscape of Neptune Beach, the applications must be returned to the City Hall or can be emailed, further details and access to the application form are available on the City of Neptune Beach news announcement page. Physical copies are also up for grabs at the City Hall if that's more your speed, and should you need a nudge or have a question, reaching out to the City Clerk via email at [email protected] or phone at (904) 270-2400 is the way to go.
Transparency and accountability take center stage in this role, as anyone appointed will be required to file a financial disclosure (Form 1) within 30 days after their appointment and then annually for the duration of their tenure; this is a mandate by Florida Statutes Chapter 112 to maintain the public trust. Those pondering whether to throw their hat in the ring should remember that their financial dealings will be part of the public record, a component of civic duty that ensures everyone plays by the same rules, according to the City of Neptune Beach.
For those ready to move beyond talk and get involved, this committee offers a chance to take part in the city’s financial decisions. It’s a way to use your skills to help the community and join a team committed to managing public funds responsibly.
