Finance Director

Finance Director Now Hiring! For the seasoned, public-sector, finance professional, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact through sound financial management, transparency, and innovation. In this position, you'll work closely with the City Manager, City Council, and Department Directors to ensure the financial stability and sustainability of the organization. If you get jazzed about fostering a culture of accountability and teamwork - read on. Why Cottage Grove? The City of Cottage Grove (population ~10,800) is nestled in the Southern Willamette Valley and has rich history in goldmining and logging. It is a small town with an abundance of outdoor recreation including two beautiful lakes, multiple natural swimming locations, miles of scenic biking and hiking trails, several campgrounds, and two golf courses. The surrounding area is full of lush green trees with no shortage of activities that provide opportunity to get outside and enjoy nature. As the covered bridge capital of the west, Cottage Grove's six covered bridges attract tourists from near and far. The oldest bridge in the area, the Mosby Creek Bridge, was constructed in 1920. The Chambers Bridge is the last remaining covered railroad bridge west of the Mississippi; it was originally built in 1925 and fully restored in 2011. Cottage Grove has a robust historic downtown, featuring quaint shopping, dining and social events. If you are looking for additional shopping or entertainment experiences, it's a short 20-minute drive to Eugene or Springfield. Cottage Grove is unique in its ability to offer the advantages of living in a small town that is just a short drive to larger neighboring cities. The Ideal Candidate Cottage Grove's Finance Director reports to the City Manager and will lead the city's financial operations to ensure fiscal integrity and strategic alignment with organizational goals. With high organizational acumen and attention to detail for precise financial operations and compliance, the city's next Financial Director will have a proven track‑record in budget preparation, personnel cost forecasting, headcount planning, long‑term financial forecasting, debt issuance oversight, and risk management. As a skilled leader, with resource‑management expertise, the ideal candidate works cooperatively to drive financial reporting, audits, and cash management; monitor compliance with legislative and regulatory changes; and champion financial system enhancements and process improvements. The city's next Finance Director is an inspired motivator, mentor, and team builder who is able to lead a cohesive team of dedicated and skilled employees in carrying out day‑to‑day operations, implementing policies and initiatives, and strengthening internal controls. Contributing to cross‑departmental initiatives and organizational excellence, the Finance Director serves as a member of the city's Executive Leadership Team. Compensation & Benefits $103,176 to $131,676 per year salary range City pays 95% of premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Medical Co-Pay Plan with $250 individual/$750 family deductible per calendar year Two Dental plan options $15,000 of city-paid Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment coverage City-paid long-term disability coverage PERS participating employer - city pays employee and employer contributions HRA-VEBA contribution paid by the city Generous Paid Leave Vacation accrual: 6.67 hours per month and increases with longevity. Sick leave accrual: 8 hours per month Holiday leave: 11 paid holidays per year Longevity benefit Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Public/Business Administration or related field AND Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in municipal finance, accounting, or budgeting, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory or administrative leadership role. Equal Opportunity Employer The City provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants without unlawful regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran's status, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, Oregon, or local law. This EEO policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship – including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, compensation, promotion, demotion, transfer, disciplinary action, layoff, recall, and termination of employment. Job Details: Category Open & Accepting Applications Status Open Open Until Filled Salary Salary Range is $103,176 to $131,676 Posted June 10, 2026 Closing Open Until Filled #J-18808-Ljbffr