Chief Financial Officer (CFO) & Finance Director
About the Company
Dynamic full-service municipal government
Industry
Government Administration
Type
Government Agency
Founded
1969
Employees
201-500
Specialties
- emergency management
About the Role
The Company is in search of a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join its team. The CFO will be responsible for leading the organization's financial operations, ensuring long-term fiscal sustainability, and guiding financial strategy in alignment with the company's priorities and growth. This key leadership role involves overseeing budget development, and requires a strong understanding of municipal financing and accounting procedures. The successful candidate will be expected to provide strong leadership to the financial team and work closely with the larger executive team to support the company's mission.
Applicants for the CFO position at the company should have a minimum of a bachelors degree in finance, accounting, or a related field, with 5-7 years of experience in financial or public finance management, including supervisory roles. A CPA, CPFO, CMA, or a masters degree in finance is preferred. The role demands a candidate with considerable knowledge of municipal accounting, budget, treasury/investments, and debt, and who possesses strong skills in decision-making, problem-solving, communication, and supervision. The CFO will play a critical part in the company's financial leadership, and as such, the ability to work effectively with the City Council and other stakeholders is essential.
Hiring Manager Title
City Manager
Travel Percent
Less than 10%
Functions
- Finance
- Operations