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AAME

Finance Director - Dumas, TX

AAME, Dumas, Texas, United States, 79029

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The Finance Professional We Are Looking For: We are seeking a qualified professional to manage and enhance the financial operations of our city.

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or Public Administration and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in governmental or public‑sector finance management; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience demonstrating strong financial and administrative capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

Municipal fund accounting experience is highly preferred.

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) designation strongly preferred.

Demonstrated experience in comprehensive financial management, including budget development, forecasting, auditing, and internal controls.

Experience supervising staff and managing multiple funds, including enterprise or utility operations.

Preferred Knowledge

Knowledge of Governmental Accounting Standards (GASB) and familiarity with Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) reporting standards.

Knowledge of Texas Truth‑in‑Taxation laws for annual property tax calculations and tax rate adoption.

Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and public‑sector auditing standards.

Proficiency in financial management software and spreadsheet applications.

Familiarity with legal, ethical, and professional standards for municipal finance operations.

Principles of efficient resource management, capital improvement planning, and long‑term financial forecasting.

Practices of public‑sector administrative management, team leadership, and cross‑departmental collaboration.

Preferred Standards

Integrity and sound judgment in all financial and organizational matters.

Strategic thinking and the ability to connect fiscal policy with citywide goals.

Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial concepts to diverse audiences.

Approachability and active community involvement, reflecting Dumas’s collaborative culture.

To Apply: Faxed and mailed submissions will not be considered.

For more information on this position contact:

Michael Boese, President

michael@clearcareerpro.com

(214)550-2850 Ext. #4

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