The Knightstown Clerk-Treasurer plays a critical role in managing the town’s finances, ensuring transparency and stability.

Role Selection Process

• Elected Position: The Clerk-Treasurer is elected by Knightstown residents for a four-year term.
• Appointments: Deputies and employees, particularly for utility billing, are appointed by the Clerk-Treasurer with town council approval.

Key Responsibilities

• Records Management: Custodian of town records.
• Financial Oversight: Manages all town funds, investments, and disbursements.
• Budgeting: Prepares annual budgets and tax rates for the town council.
• Council Support: Serves as clerk for the town council, recording proceedings and voting to break ties.

Office Functions

• Executive Functions: Oversees communications, scheduling, technology, and outreach.
• Management Functions: Manages personnel files, payroll, budgeting, and facility operations.

Divisions

General Government Accounting Operations

• Funds & Appropriations: Budgetary control and compliance monitoring.
• Fiscal Oversight & Support: Payment processing and tax filings.
• Payroll: Ensures timely and compliant payroll processing.
• Paymaster: Manages security and disbursement of town checks.
• Financial Reporting: Provides financial reports and forecasts.

Utility Business Operations

Responsible for billing and collection of the town’s utilities.

Learn more about the clerk-treasurers role by Indiana Code https://iga.in.gov/laws/2023/ic/titles/36#36-5-6

The following people have been appointed by the Clerk-Treasurer to assist in running the Clerk’s Office.