Iowa Finance Authority
Chief Financial Officer
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Chief Financial Officer
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Iowa Finance Authority .
Are you a visionary finance leader with expertise in bond issuance, public finance, and strategic planning? The Iowa Finance Authority (IFA) and Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) are seeking a Chief Finance Officer to guide the fiscal stability of two mission-driven agencies dedicated to serving Iowans. Your leadership will ensure that IEDA|IFA remain financially sound and resilient—empowering us to continue delivering affordable housing, economic development, and community support programs that improve the lives of Iowans.
About Us The Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) and the Iowa Finance Authority (IFA) collaborate to make Iowa the choice for people to call home and for businesses to flourish. IEDA supports business and community growth through various state and federal programs, helping startups, rural communities, and disaster recovery efforts. IFA focuses on improving Iowans' lives by offering programs for affordable housing, community development, and water quality, and assisting first-time homebuyers. Collectively, through our programs and efforts, IEDA|IFA creates opportunities for Iowans, communities, and businesses to thrive.
What You’ll Do
Executive Leadership : Serve as CFO for both IFA and IEDA, providing strategic direction and oversight of all financial operations. As a member of the Senior Executive Team, you’ll collaborate with agency leaders to shape organizational strategy and ensure long-term financial sustainability.
Bond Issuance & Capital Strategy : Lead the structuring, pricing, and execution of bond issuances across single family, multifamily, State Revolving Fund (SRF), and other programs. Manage relationships with investment banks, financial advisors, bond counsel, and rating agencies.
Financial Planning & Risk Management : Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and investment strategies. Monitor market conditions and advise on interest rate determinations and hedging strategies for mortgage-backed securities.
Regulatory & Board Engagement : Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. Serve as a key resource to the IFA and IEDA Boards, responding to inquiries and guiding financial decision‑making.
Team Development : Lead and mentor finance and accounting teams across both agencies. Set goals, evaluate performance, and foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and excellence.
Who We Are Looking For
An experienced finance professional with expertise in public-sector finance, housing finance authorities, or bond issuance.
A strategic thinker with strong analytical and leadership skills.
A collaborative partner who thrives in cross‑functional environments and values public service.
A confident communicator who can translate complex financial concepts into actionable insights.
Dedication to our Core Values.
Core Values
Accountability in Action : We take pride in our work and results.
Innovate Together : We thrive on solving challenges through dynamic collaboration with our teams and partners.
Mission Driven : We place Iowans at the heart of everything we do.
Benefits
Paid Time Off : Enjoy vacation with accruals that rollover on a yearly basis, sick leave with no limits on accrual and 9 paid holidays per year.
Great Benefits : Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options.
Retirement Plan : IPERS Retirement package and an option for a deferred compensation plan.
Flexibility : Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care).
Life Insurance : Free Life Insurance.
Support : Employee Assistance Programs and Employee Discount Programs.
To learn more about benefits available to State of Iowa employees, visit the benefits web page.
The Chief Finance Officer position is a non‑merit, non‑contract position that is classified by the State of Iowa as a Public Service Executive. This position is exempt per FLSA regulations.
Applicant must pass a comprehensive background check before an offer for employment will be extended.
The Iowa Finance Authority is an EEO/AA Employer.
Our agency uses E‑Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.
Required Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university and experience equal to seven years of full‑time management‑level work in finance, human resources, engineering, law, social work, regulation, data processing, or program research or evaluation.
Eleven years of full‑time management‑level work experience in finance, human resources, engineering, law, social work, regulation, data processing, or program research or evaluation.
Seven years of full‑time management‑level work experience in finance, human resources, engineering, law, social work, regulation, data processing, or program research or evaluation; and a combination of a total of four years of education and full‑time experience where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in any field equals one year of full‑time experience. Graduation from the Iowa Certified Public Manager Program is also equivalent to one year of full‑time experience or education.
Five years of full‑time management‑level work experience in finance, human resources, engineering, law, social work, regulation, data processing, or program research or evaluation; combined with a total of four years of education and full‑time experience where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in any field equals one year of full‑time experience; and a combination of a total of two years of graduate‑level education and full‑time experience where twenty‑four semester hours of accredited graduate college or university course work in a public‑service‑related area equals one year of full‑time experience. Graduation from the Iowa Certified Public Manager Program is also equivalent to one year of full‑time experience or education.
Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes one year of full‑time work as a Public Service Manager 1, Public Service Manager 2, or comparable specific management‑level position.
Seniority Level
Executive
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Finance and Sales
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Chief Financial Officer
role at
Iowa Finance Authority .
Are you a visionary finance leader with expertise in bond issuance, public finance, and strategic planning? The Iowa Finance Authority (IFA) and Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) are seeking a Chief Finance Officer to guide the fiscal stability of two mission-driven agencies dedicated to serving Iowans. Your leadership will ensure that IEDA|IFA remain financially sound and resilient—empowering us to continue delivering affordable housing, economic development, and community support programs that improve the lives of Iowans.
About Us The Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) and the Iowa Finance Authority (IFA) collaborate to make Iowa the choice for people to call home and for businesses to flourish. IEDA supports business and community growth through various state and federal programs, helping startups, rural communities, and disaster recovery efforts. IFA focuses on improving Iowans' lives by offering programs for affordable housing, community development, and water quality, and assisting first-time homebuyers. Collectively, through our programs and efforts, IEDA|IFA creates opportunities for Iowans, communities, and businesses to thrive.
What You’ll Do
Executive Leadership : Serve as CFO for both IFA and IEDA, providing strategic direction and oversight of all financial operations. As a member of the Senior Executive Team, you’ll collaborate with agency leaders to shape organizational strategy and ensure long-term financial sustainability.
Bond Issuance & Capital Strategy : Lead the structuring, pricing, and execution of bond issuances across single family, multifamily, State Revolving Fund (SRF), and other programs. Manage relationships with investment banks, financial advisors, bond counsel, and rating agencies.
Financial Planning & Risk Management : Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and investment strategies. Monitor market conditions and advise on interest rate determinations and hedging strategies for mortgage-backed securities.
Regulatory & Board Engagement : Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. Serve as a key resource to the IFA and IEDA Boards, responding to inquiries and guiding financial decision‑making.
Team Development : Lead and mentor finance and accounting teams across both agencies. Set goals, evaluate performance, and foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and excellence.
Who We Are Looking For
An experienced finance professional with expertise in public-sector finance, housing finance authorities, or bond issuance.
A strategic thinker with strong analytical and leadership skills.
A collaborative partner who thrives in cross‑functional environments and values public service.
A confident communicator who can translate complex financial concepts into actionable insights.
Dedication to our Core Values.
Core Values
Accountability in Action : We take pride in our work and results.
Innovate Together : We thrive on solving challenges through dynamic collaboration with our teams and partners.
Mission Driven : We place Iowans at the heart of everything we do.
Benefits
Paid Time Off : Enjoy vacation with accruals that rollover on a yearly basis, sick leave with no limits on accrual and 9 paid holidays per year.
Great Benefits : Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options.
Retirement Plan : IPERS Retirement package and an option for a deferred compensation plan.
Flexibility : Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care).
Life Insurance : Free Life Insurance.
Support : Employee Assistance Programs and Employee Discount Programs.
To learn more about benefits available to State of Iowa employees, visit the benefits web page.
The Chief Finance Officer position is a non‑merit, non‑contract position that is classified by the State of Iowa as a Public Service Executive. This position is exempt per FLSA regulations.
Applicant must pass a comprehensive background check before an offer for employment will be extended.
The Iowa Finance Authority is an EEO/AA Employer.
Our agency uses E‑Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.
Required Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university and experience equal to seven years of full‑time management‑level work in finance, human resources, engineering, law, social work, regulation, data processing, or program research or evaluation.
Eleven years of full‑time management‑level work experience in finance, human resources, engineering, law, social work, regulation, data processing, or program research or evaluation.
Seven years of full‑time management‑level work experience in finance, human resources, engineering, law, social work, regulation, data processing, or program research or evaluation; and a combination of a total of four years of education and full‑time experience where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in any field equals one year of full‑time experience. Graduation from the Iowa Certified Public Manager Program is also equivalent to one year of full‑time experience or education.
Five years of full‑time management‑level work experience in finance, human resources, engineering, law, social work, regulation, data processing, or program research or evaluation; combined with a total of four years of education and full‑time experience where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in any field equals one year of full‑time experience; and a combination of a total of two years of graduate‑level education and full‑time experience where twenty‑four semester hours of accredited graduate college or university course work in a public‑service‑related area equals one year of full‑time experience. Graduation from the Iowa Certified Public Manager Program is also equivalent to one year of full‑time experience or education.
Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes one year of full‑time work as a Public Service Manager 1, Public Service Manager 2, or comparable specific management‑level position.
Seniority Level
Executive
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Finance and Sales
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