Head of Management Finance

Finance Director
Under the general direction of the City Manager, the Finance Director plans, organizes, and directs all financial operations of the City, including accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, payroll, utility billing, treasury management, debt administration, procurement, and revenue collections. The Finance Director provides strategic financial guidance to City leadership, ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and maintains the fiscal integrity and long-term financial health of the municipality. This position serves as a member of the City's executive management team and supervises assigned personnel.
Essential Job Functions

Financial Oversight and Leadership
Budget Development and Management
Financial Reporting and Audit Coordination
Revenue Administration and Treasury Management
Policy and Compliance
Staff Supervision and Department Management
Strategic Financial Planning
Technology and Systems Oversight
Council and Public Engagement
Minimum Training and Experience
Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Public Administration or a related field
Experience: Ten (10) years of experience in accounting to include three (3) years of supervisory experience and two (2) years of governmental auditing and financial reporting
Certifications: Valid driver's license
Preferred: Certified Public AccountantCertified Public Financial Officer or Governmental Financial Manager
Note: The City retains the right to determine equivalencies. Any certifications not possessed at hire, must be obtained before the employee is removed from probation in order to continue employment with the City.
Physical Requirements
Must be physically able to operate small hand tools, and a variety of automated office machines, which includes a computer, calculator, copier, cash register, meter reader, etc. Must be able to exert up to ten pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for periods of time. Must be able to lift and/or carry weights of ten to sixty pounds.
Other Information
Performs other related duties as required.
All employees of the municipality shall learn the emergency operations procedures for their respective department and position and execute these duties fully during times of emergency. This may or may not include assignment to the Emergency Operations Center (EOC).