Strategic Finance Director Municipal Leader
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Location & City Overview
Located 20 miles southwest of downtown Houston, Sugar Land (approx. pop. 111,026) is a vibrant, diverse community with excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and high‑quality services.
The City of Sugar Land is a full‑service city with 939 budgeted full‑time positions, an FY26 total budget of $606 million, and strong financial resiliency.
Role Summary
The City seeks a visionary, forward‑thinking leader to serve as its next Director of Finance. The Director reports to the Assistant City Manager/Chief Financial Officer and serves as a strategic partner to City executive leadership and City Council, shaping financial policy, ensuring fiscal transparency, guiding long‑term fiscal strategy, and maintaining the City’s continued financial strength and resilience.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a strategic partner to City executive leadership and City Council, shaping financial policy and ensuring fiscal transparency.
- Guide long‑term fiscal strategy to maintain the City’s financial strength and resilience.
- Lead the City’s financial operations team, which includes accounting, purchasing, payroll, accounts payable, utility billing, investments, and municipal debt programs.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field from an accredited university.
- Master’s degree and/or CPA preferred.
- Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible experience in municipal finance, city management, or a closely related field, including at least 5 years supervising a significant finance‑related function and team.
- Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) or Certified Public Finance Official (CPFO) designation is a plus.
- Extensive knowledge of Governmental Accounting and Reporting (GAAP and GASB), experience in organizations with complex financial operations, and experience with highly functional ERP systems.
Benefits
Highly competitive salary and an executive benefits package that considers the candidate’s qualifications and career success. Texas does not have a state‑level income tax.
The City of Sugar Land is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce.
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