Finance Director

The City of McCall is seeking an experienced, collaborative, and forward-thinking Finance Director to join our leadership team. This is an exceptional opportunity for an accomplished finance professional to help shape the City’s financial future while enjoying an unparalleled quality of life in one of Idaho's  most desirable mountain communities.

Why McCall?

Nestled on the shores of beautiful Payette Lake and surrounded by the mountains of central Idaho, McCall offers an unmatched combination of professional opportunity and outdoor adventure. Whether you enjoy skiing, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, boating, or simply living in a vibrant, close-knit community, McCall provides an extraordinary place to build both your career and your life.

The City values innovation, collaboration, and work-life balance. 

Why This Role?

✔ Serve as a trusted advisor to the City Manager, Mayor, and City Council.

✔ Lead an outstanding team while overseeing all aspects of the City’s financial operations.

✔ Shape the City’s future by guiding strategic financial planning, budgeting, investments, and long-term fiscal sustainability.

✔ Enjoy competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including PERSI retirement, comprehensive health benefits, hybrid work flexibility, and potential transitional housing.

Position Overview

As Finance Director, you will lead the City’s Finance Department and oversee all aspects of municipal financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, annual audit oversight, treasury management, financial reporting, and financial policy administration. You will supervise a talented team of three employees, provide financial guidance to City leadership and departments, and help ensure the City’s long-term fiscal health and integrity.

As a key member of the City’s executive leadership team, you will serve as a strategic advisor to the City Manager, Mayor, and City Council on financial matters, helping guide policy decisions, organizational priorities, and the City’s long-term fiscal sustainability.

Reporting directly to the City Manager, this position exercises considerable independent judgment and serves as a trusted advisor on financial matters while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, accountability, and ethical conduct.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the City’s financial planning, accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting functions.
• Perform complex accounting functions, including general ledger reconciliation, journal entries, budget entries, and preparation of monthly and periodic financial statements and reports.
• Implement new accounting standards and ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and current Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements.
• Develop and administer the City’s banking, investment, and debt management policies.
• Monitor and reconcile bank and investment accounts and manage fund transfers as necessary.
• Provide financial leadership, accounting expertise, and support to City departments and related agencies.
• Advise department directors and City staff on financial policies, budgeting, forecasting, and fiscal expectations.
• Promote sound financial stewardship through strategic planning, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

A complete job description is available for review.

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The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate is an experienced, collaborative leader who combines exceptional technical financial expertise with strategic thinking, sound judgment, and outstanding communication skills. They are equally comfortable analyzing complex financial issues, advising elected officials, mentoring staff, and building strong relationships across the organization.

This individual embraces public service, leads with integrity and accountability, and is committed to continuous improvement. They thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy helping organizations make thoughtful, data-informed decisions that benefit both the community and the employees they serve.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field; and
• Seven (7) years of financial management experience, including five (5) years of supervisory experience, preferably with a governmental organization. Or, 
• Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to successfully pass a comprehensive background investigation.

Schedule

The City of McCall operates on a four-day compressed work week schedule (10 hour days, Monday -Thursday), allowing most employees an extra personal day every weekend. Additionally, employees are authorized to work remotely a maximum of one day per week. The Finance Director is generally expected to be on-site in adherence with this schedule, but alternative/ hybrid arrangements may be considered.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $117,835 to 168,532 with a mid-point of $137,018. Starting salary will be based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.

The City of McCall offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness incentives
• PERSI Retirement Plan
• Voluntary deferred compensation plans
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of McCall is an equal opportunity employer, drug-free workplace, and Idaho Veterans Preference will apply. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.