Finance & Human Resources

The Finance Department is responsible for maintaining all accounting records for the Town of Gates. The Director of Finance, Stephanie Soto, is appointed directly by the Town Supervisor and is confirmed by the Gates Town Board. This department is responsible for the daily financial transactions of the town, which include: maintaining all accounting records, payment of bills, reconciliation of bank statements, and monitoring cash flow and investments. The Finance Director works with each of the department heads and the Town Supervisor in the preparation of the annual town budget. This department works with state and independent auditors to ensure that all town financial transactions are in accordance with approved accounting principles.

Under the direction of the Finance Director is Lesley Love, Finance Clerk, whose responsibilities include Accounts Receivables / Payable s, Vendor Setup and Liaison for departmental expenses along with pre-audit of PO’s and short forms.