Director of Finance
We are looking for an experienced finance leader to oversee daily financial operations for a local governmental entity. This role will have the hands-on responsibility for strengthening fiscal oversight, supporting sound budget planning, and ensuring accurate reporting across municipal funds and daily accounting activities. The Director of Finance will work closely with leadership to maintain compliance with governmental standards while providing clear financial insight for strategic decision-making.
Responsibilities:
• Lead and oversee the daily operations of the finance department, including staff direction, coaching, performance management, and delegation of priorities.
• Direct core financial functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, asset tracking, cash management, and revenue oversight.
• Develop the annual budget, assess departmental funding requests, and advise leadership on budget adjustments, transfers, and appropriations.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements while monitoring the overall fiscal position and highlighting key trends or risks.
• Manage accounting and reporting activities for governmental and enterprise funds, including utility operations and other restricted or designated funds.
• Coordinate the annual external audit.
• Administer tax levy and collections reporting and collaborate with internal leadership and county partners to support annual millage calculations and related financial planning.
• Review expenditures, payment requests, journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation to confirm compliance with budget authority, policy, and applicable regulations.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a closely related field.
• Seven + years of experience in finance or accounting, to include a substantial experience in governmental accounting strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated background in budget development, month-end close activities, and financial reporting.
• Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and government financial reporting standards, including applicable federal and state requirements.
• Supervisory experience
• Familiarity with audit coordination, bank reconciliations, fund accounting, and compliance-driven financial operations
Compensation
$80,000.00-$110,000.00 YearlyAbout Us
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