Finance Director

Under administrative direction of the City Manager, performs highly responsible professional and administrative work in directing and managing the City’s financial operations. Responsibilities include oversight of budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, investments, debt management, related financial activities and performs other work as requested.

Responsibilities

• The Finance Director serves as a key member of the City’s leadership team and is expected to lead with professionalism, integrity, and strong interpersonal skills. Work is evaluated through results achieved, audits, and overall effectiveness of financial management and organizational leadership.
• Works in close coordination with the City Manager and department heads in all aspects of the preparation and administration of the City’s annual budget; monitors and maintains the approved budget and participates in long‑range financial planning, including development of the five‑year Capital Improvement Plan and related projections. Makes the annual budget presentation with the City Manager to City Council.
• Oversees all accounting, bookkeeping, and financial reporting functions of the Finance Department; supervises finance department staff, including assignment of work, performance management, and professional development.
• Directs and oversees the preparation of the City’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), ensuring accuracy, compliance with applicable standards, and timely completion. Coordinates and oversees the City’s annual independent audit process, including preparation of required schedules, supporting documentation, and responses; serves as primary liaison with external auditors and ensures timely resolution of audit findings, if any.
• Conducts financial analysis, including cost‑benefit and financial ratio analysis, to support decision‑making on capital and operational projects; reviews utility operations, revenues, and rates on an ongoing basis.
• Maintains oversight of the City’s financial position, including debt issuance, debt service, and long‑term obligations; manages the investment of City funds, including daily investment of idle cash and long‑term financial instruments, in accordance with applicable policies.
• Administers and oversees risk management programs, including insurance, self‑insurance, loss control, and property and casualty coverage.
• Maintains and oversees records of City inventory and fixed assets.
• Serves on labor negotiation teams and provides financial analysis and administrative support to the City Manager or designee.
• Attends and participates in City Council, committee, project, and staff meetings; provides financial information, analysis, and recommendations as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Public Finance, Public Administration, or a closely related field (prefer a master’s degree in public administration, accounting, or business administration).
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in local government financial administration, including supervisory experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. Must have a working knowledge of Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards, including GASB 34.
• Demonstrated experience in budget preparation and administration, financial reporting, and governmental accounting.
• Experience coordinating or supporting annual financial audits.
• Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) designation or ability to obtain preferred. Experience with Tyler Technologies Munis financial system or similar governmental enterprise resource planning (ERP) system preferred.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of governmental accounting, including applicable Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of public finance, including investment management, debt issuance, and financial administration.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, rules, and regulations governing municipal financial operations and record keeping.
• Knowledge of purchasing policies, procedures, and practices.
• Knowledge of data processing systems, including financial management systems such as Tyler Technologies Munis or similar systems.
• Knowledge of good supervisory practices.
• Ability to maintain complex financial records and to analyze and prepare reports from same.
• Ability to make public presentations on the financial status of the City.
• Ability to analyze and implement new office procedures and ideas to foster a climate of continual improvement.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co‑workers, subordinates, vendors, Council members, and others.
• Ability to mentor, guide, and support the professional development of staff.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in the application of policies and procedures.
• Skill in identifying and effectively recommending new sources of revenue.
• Knowledge of personal computers and various software applications.
• Skill in the operation of modern office equipment, such as the telephone, calculator, computer terminal, and related peripherals.
• Skill in the operation of a light motor vehicle.