Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce, Oregon
Director of Finance
Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce, Oregon, Eugene, Oregon, United States, 97403
Director of Finance
Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce, Oregon – Eugene, OR
Compensation: $114,692 – $140,450 annually
The Director of Finance is responsible for all finance and accounting functions. This includes supervising the District’s budget process, assisting with the long‑range financial plan, preparing and monitoring the Finance Division’s operating budget, overseeing annual audits, preparing monthly financial statements, administering grants, ensuring compliance, managing debt financing and investments, and serving as the District’s designated Budget Officer. The role also involves strategic financial management and collaboration with other departments.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Develop and implement District and Finance Division financial policies and procedures.
Prepare and administer the District’s budget in compliance with Oregon Local Budget Law.
Assist in preparation and monitoring of the District’s Capital Improvements Plan.
Assist in preparation and monitoring of the District’s long‑range financial plan.
Prepare and monitor the Finance Division’s operating budget.
Oversee annual audits.
Present financial data to staff, the Board of Directors, committees and the public.
Prepare or direct the preparation of monthly financial statements and statistical reports.
Administer federal, state, and local grants ensuring compliance with federal transit regulations.
Ensure the reliability of the District’s financial and budgetary systems.
Collaborate with other departments on financial expertise for projects and initiatives.
Advise management representatives during collective bargaining or serve on the bargaining team.
Maintain effective working relationships with partners and vendors such as agencies, municipalities, banks, auditors, and actuaries.
Manage debt financing and investments.
Oversee the Finance department’s performance, long‑term planning, pensions, accounting, and strategic recommendations.
Ensure financial performance is transparent and communicated clearly.
Advise the Chief Financial Officer and Chief Executive Officer.
Make recommendations and presentations to Executive Management and the Board of Directors.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Manage and monitor work performance of the Finance unit, evaluating objectives and effectiveness.
Fiscal Responsibility
Develop, manage, and reconcile department budget while adhering to procurement policies.
Impact expense, budgetary, and financial outcomes for the organization.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.
Minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in governmental accounting and finance.
Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in a related field.
Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) or Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) designation.
Experience in the transit industry or with the Federal Transit Administration.
Competencies & Skills
Professional development and leading people.
Knowledge of federal regulations and policy requirements.
Understanding of pension plans and actuarial services.
Financial management and basic bookkeeping.
Computer proficiency and modern office procedures.
Oral and written communication.
Problem solving and decision making.
Position Type and Hours Full‑time; Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.; occasional late or early hours as required.
Travel Travel within the metropolitan area required; occasional outside‑region travel may be needed.
Working Conditions Normal office environment; remote work approved where possible; reasonable accommodations for disabilities.
Human Collaboration & Job Impact Interactions involve policy development and implementation; decisions impact time, money, and public/employee relations.
EEO Statement LTD is an equal opportunity employer.
Seniority Level Director
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Finance and Sales
Industries Non‑profit Organizations
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Compensation: $114,692 – $140,450 annually
The Director of Finance is responsible for all finance and accounting functions. This includes supervising the District’s budget process, assisting with the long‑range financial plan, preparing and monitoring the Finance Division’s operating budget, overseeing annual audits, preparing monthly financial statements, administering grants, ensuring compliance, managing debt financing and investments, and serving as the District’s designated Budget Officer. The role also involves strategic financial management and collaboration with other departments.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Develop and implement District and Finance Division financial policies and procedures.
Prepare and administer the District’s budget in compliance with Oregon Local Budget Law.
Assist in preparation and monitoring of the District’s Capital Improvements Plan.
Assist in preparation and monitoring of the District’s long‑range financial plan.
Prepare and monitor the Finance Division’s operating budget.
Oversee annual audits.
Present financial data to staff, the Board of Directors, committees and the public.
Prepare or direct the preparation of monthly financial statements and statistical reports.
Administer federal, state, and local grants ensuring compliance with federal transit regulations.
Ensure the reliability of the District’s financial and budgetary systems.
Collaborate with other departments on financial expertise for projects and initiatives.
Advise management representatives during collective bargaining or serve on the bargaining team.
Maintain effective working relationships with partners and vendors such as agencies, municipalities, banks, auditors, and actuaries.
Manage debt financing and investments.
Oversee the Finance department’s performance, long‑term planning, pensions, accounting, and strategic recommendations.
Ensure financial performance is transparent and communicated clearly.
Advise the Chief Financial Officer and Chief Executive Officer.
Make recommendations and presentations to Executive Management and the Board of Directors.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Manage and monitor work performance of the Finance unit, evaluating objectives and effectiveness.
Fiscal Responsibility
Develop, manage, and reconcile department budget while adhering to procurement policies.
Impact expense, budgetary, and financial outcomes for the organization.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.
Minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in governmental accounting and finance.
Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in a related field.
Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) or Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) designation.
Experience in the transit industry or with the Federal Transit Administration.
Competencies & Skills
Professional development and leading people.
Knowledge of federal regulations and policy requirements.
Understanding of pension plans and actuarial services.
Financial management and basic bookkeeping.
Computer proficiency and modern office procedures.
Oral and written communication.
Problem solving and decision making.
Position Type and Hours Full‑time; Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.; occasional late or early hours as required.
Travel Travel within the metropolitan area required; occasional outside‑region travel may be needed.
Working Conditions Normal office environment; remote work approved where possible; reasonable accommodations for disabilities.
Human Collaboration & Job Impact Interactions involve policy development and implementation; decisions impact time, money, and public/employee relations.
EEO Statement LTD is an equal opportunity employer.
Seniority Level Director
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Finance and Sales
Industries Non‑profit Organizations
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