City of Boone, IA
City of Boone, IA – Finance Officer
The City of Boone, a progressive community of 12,460 residents located 15 miles west of Ames, is seeking a detail‑oriented and strategically minded Finance Officer to oversee all financial operations and support sustainable growth. The role is under the general direction of the City Administrator and involves managing budgeting, revenue estimation, investments, payroll, utility billing, grants, and tax increment financing.
Duties
Participate in planning, implementing, and directing financial statutory and administrative functions, including budget preparation, reporting, revenue estimation, investment of funds, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and utility billing. Maintain safe custody of all City funds, keep accurate records, reconcile and certify cash, investments, receipts, and disbursements by fund. Attend City Council and other meetings to present financial, operational, and related reports. Provide guidance on financial policy, procedures, rules, regulations, programs, systems, operations, goals, and objectives. Manage Tax Increment Financing (TIF), including debt, incentives, rebates, state certifications, and annual reporting. Provide administrative support to the Mayor, Council, and Administrator. Assist with future financial planning, including capital improvements, financing, equipment, staffing recommendations, and operational planning. Prepare a variety of financial reports summarizing revenues, expenditures, budget, and fund balances. Administer all grants awarded to the City, including tracking, draw‑down requests, and file maintenance. Ensure all work in the Finance Department meets the City’s standards for customer service, accuracy, quality, and efficiency. Assist with selection, orientation, training, performance management, and discipline of Finance Department employees in accordance with City policy. Qualifications
Preferred bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or finance. Certified IMFOA Finance Officer preferred. Minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in municipal or governmental finance management, including supervisory experience. Demonstrated knowledge of financial statements, GAAP/GASP standards, municipal budgeting, financial analysis, TIF, and regulatory reporting. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the City Administrator, co‑workers, elected officials, and the general public. Background check, including a credit check, required prior to beginning work. Salary & Benefits
Salary: $75,000 to $100,000 Benefits include 11 paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, IPERS, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, and a cafeteria plan. Application
Submit a cover letter, resume, application, and five (5) professional references to clerk@booneiowa.gov or mail to City of Boone, Attention: City Clerk, 923 8th Street, Boone, IA 50036. Applications can also be found at www.boonegov.com. Residency Requirement
The successful candidate must reside within 30 miles of City of Boone corporate limits or be willing to relocate within six (6) months after accepting the position.
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Participate in planning, implementing, and directing financial statutory and administrative functions, including budget preparation, reporting, revenue estimation, investment of funds, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and utility billing. Maintain safe custody of all City funds, keep accurate records, reconcile and certify cash, investments, receipts, and disbursements by fund. Attend City Council and other meetings to present financial, operational, and related reports. Provide guidance on financial policy, procedures, rules, regulations, programs, systems, operations, goals, and objectives. Manage Tax Increment Financing (TIF), including debt, incentives, rebates, state certifications, and annual reporting. Provide administrative support to the Mayor, Council, and Administrator. Assist with future financial planning, including capital improvements, financing, equipment, staffing recommendations, and operational planning. Prepare a variety of financial reports summarizing revenues, expenditures, budget, and fund balances. Administer all grants awarded to the City, including tracking, draw‑down requests, and file maintenance. Ensure all work in the Finance Department meets the City’s standards for customer service, accuracy, quality, and efficiency. Assist with selection, orientation, training, performance management, and discipline of Finance Department employees in accordance with City policy. Qualifications
Preferred bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or finance. Certified IMFOA Finance Officer preferred. Minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in municipal or governmental finance management, including supervisory experience. Demonstrated knowledge of financial statements, GAAP/GASP standards, municipal budgeting, financial analysis, TIF, and regulatory reporting. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the City Administrator, co‑workers, elected officials, and the general public. Background check, including a credit check, required prior to beginning work. Salary & Benefits
Salary: $75,000 to $100,000 Benefits include 11 paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, IPERS, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, and a cafeteria plan. Application
Submit a cover letter, resume, application, and five (5) professional references to clerk@booneiowa.gov or mail to City of Boone, Attention: City Clerk, 923 8th Street, Boone, IA 50036. Applications can also be found at www.boonegov.com. Residency Requirement
The successful candidate must reside within 30 miles of City of Boone corporate limits or be willing to relocate within six (6) months after accepting the position.
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