Chief Financial Officer/City Treasurer

Overview

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The Chief Financial Officer/City Treasurer plans, directs, and manages the financial operations of the City in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and professional standards. As the City’s Chief Financial Officer, this role manages and directs programs and activities of the Finance Division and oversees internal controls related to citywide financial functions. The position directs financial and budget activities to fund operations, maximize investments, and increase efficiency. It develops and executes investment strategy, general debt management, and strategic banking and investment relationships for the City. It directs all major budgeting, accounting, purchasing, and treasury functions for the City. It determines and implements department programs, policies, and processes, and conducts long-term planning in support of the City strategic plan. As an Appointed Officer under general direction from the Mayor and City Council, it performs work within policies and administrative regulations with wide latitude for independent judgment. It also has joint responsibility as City Treasurer for treasury operations and the investment portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day treasury operations and ensure sound internal controls over the City’s cash and securities assets.
• Perform cash management analysis and prepare cash flow projections; advise investment advisors on funds available for investment; manage banking relationships.
• Direct the Finance Department (and may supervise the Utility Billing Department) and coordinate financial operations with City departments and outside agencies.
• Develop and administer the annual City budget, including revenue projections, payroll projections, and department funding requests; prepare budget recommendations for City Council; administer public hearing and advertising requirements; implement the approved budget and monitor expenditures for compliance.
• Prepare and present periodic budget and financial reports, projections, and analyses to the Mayor and City Council.
• Plan, direct, and participate in annual service level reviews of City departments; perform financial analysis of proposed projects, union contracts, and public proposals.
• Assess and implement financial systems; assign projects and program areas of responsibility; coordinate annual City audits; monitor workload and internal controls; coordinate and execute bond debt transactions and reporting; research and recommend new debt issuances and refinancing.
• Direct investment of City funds and the Police Retirement Pension Plan; hire, train, schedule, evaluate employees, including disciplinary actions and terminations.
• Represent the City to community groups and agencies; participate on committees and professional organizations as appropriate.

Qualifications

The position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Accounting, or Financial Management; a Master’s Degree is preferred. Knowledge of Governmental Accounting Standards is required. A minimum of five years of experience in public administration, municipal finance, or a related field with senior-level management and supervisory experience is required. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and/or Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) certification is required.

The role requires attention to detail, the ability to conduct detailed financial analyses and prepare periodic financial reports and projections, and the ability to work harmoniously with all levels of City employees, the public, and other organizations. The work is conducted in a general office environment with stable temperatures and a moderate level of noise. The position is an appointed role responsible to the Mayor and City Council.