City of Canby
The City of Canby is recruiting to fill the role of Finance Director. The ideal candidate will bring a positive energy to the City while providing technical and professional support to department directors and the City Administrator.
The first review of applications will begin on August 19, 2025. This recruitment will remain open until filled and may close at any time. Provide leadership, management, direction, planning and goal setting for the City’s Finance Department to ensure delivery of quality municipal services. Responsible for financial and strategic planning for all financial issues facing the City of Canby and Canby Urban Renewal Agency. Conduct special projects as assigned by the City Administrator. Supervise department personnel in the performance of their duties. Communicate with public and staff on financial matters and concerns. Serve as a member of the City’s Leadership Team. Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervises staff; provides scheduling, formal training, evaluations, and development. The individual in this position is expected to engage in the following work-related activities. Provide supervision and manage staff, including prioritizing and developing work plans, to ensure City goals and objectives are met. Schedule, assign and evaluate performance of finance staff members. Interview and effectively recommend hiring and termination actions. Provide opportunities for developmental training and performance coaching to employees. Conduct performance evaluations and provide training and development for staff. Responsible for development and implementation of the City’s financial policies and City’s Strategic Financial Plan. Ensure that the City’s Budget, accounting systems and reports are in compliance with all appropriate legal and regulatory requirements and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles for municipal agencies. Establish departmental goals and objectives. Plan and develop programs, policies and procedures related to areas of responsibility based on analysis of City needs, workload, staffing levels, and economic, legislative and judicial influences to provide appropriate and effective financial services for the City. Monitor progress on reports and projects, interpreting policies and procedures. Advise the City Administrator, City Council, Boards, and Commissions on financial matters, including providing recommendations as needed. Develop budgeting, accounting, and reporting systems in compliance with professional standards. Prepare initial department budget requests and oversee the consolidation of departmental budgets into a comprehensive budget for the City, requiring the forecasting of City revenues and expenditures. Manage and monitor approved department budgets. Review and approve expenditures. Review progress and make necessary modifications. In conjunction with the City Administrator, prepare and administer the City budget in accordance with Oregon municipal finance law. Ensure the timely completion and accuracy of the City’s Annual Budget and Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, including preparation of financial forecasts, issuance of debt, preparation of rate analysis for the City’s utility systems, and financing of capital improvements. Responsible for oversight of the Canby Urban Renewal Agency Annual Budget and Report on Audited Financial Statements, including preparation of financial forecasts, issuance of debt and financing of capital improvements. Exhibit leadership to staff and fellow employees. Serve as a model for accomplishing the City’s vision and goals. Create an environment in which employees are focused on producing excellent quality results. Set standards for excellence in internal and external customer service. Promote professional and courteous behavior. Respond to requests for information from the City Administrator, Council, Boards, Commissions, and other outside agencies, including identifying information needed and report format. Review reports prepared by staff, including determining completeness and accuracy. Provide general assistance on a City wide basis related to budgeting, financial reporting, financing options, and general accounting. Ensure compliance to related policies. Research, analyze and assemble information, and make recommendations for grants, loans, rate studies and other matters related to the finance area. Consult with various financial institutions and advisors, and bond counsel to arrange financing for construction projects. Provide financial information and analyses used to prepare bond prospectuses for debt financing. Manage the investment of City funds in a fiduciary, responsible manner in accordance with applicable laws. Oversee City's cash flow to meet operational needs and maximize interest revenues within policy guidelines. Develop, monitor and maintain long-term investment policies, procedures and practices. Attend various community, professional and civic organization meetings to communicate City goals, programs, and policies. Attend Council meetings, Urban Renewal Agency meetings, and budget meetings as required. Maintain cooperative working relationships with City staff, other organizations and the general public. Actively promote and support diversity in the workplace through staffing, promotions, training and career development. Follow all safety rules and procedures for work areas. Performs additional duties as assigned. Competency Profile The individual in this position is expected to possess or acquire
Broad knowledge of the principles, methods and practices of municipal accounting and budgeting, financial analysis and reporting, internal controls and auditing procedures, cash management, investments, and various laws governing municipal accounting and budgeting in Oregon. Knowledge of financial projection techniques, finance modeling techniques, and debt financing theories and principles. Knowledge of the principles of supervision, personnel practices, interpersonal communication; and computer software applications. Advanced understanding of the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and local, state and federal laws governing revenues and expenditures. Ability to plan, develop and implement fiscal management practices and systems, apply management theories and principles, and to manage investment programs, and debt financing. Advanced knowledge of personal computers and related software applications. Must be able to prepare informational analyses and perform problem solving to assess large amounts of information and formulate decisions. Ability to make presentations, communicate effectively with coworkers, management, elected officials and the general public, and display excellent interpersonal skills and awareness of controversial and/or sensitive issues. Ability to comply with safety requirements of the position and actively promote safe work practices. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (e.g., B.A./B.S.) or equivalent from college or university in Finance, Public Administration, Business Management or related field Seven years of finance experience Two years of supervisory experience Or any satisfactory combination of education, experience, and training that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the above duties. Must be able to pass a pre-employment credit check. Preferred Qualifications
Possession of Certified Public Accountant license or a Certified Management Accountant designation. Previous Oregon municipal experience. Completion of Master’s degree in Public Administration, Finance, or related field. Working experience with Caselle software. Mental Effort High degree of concentration with above normal periods of attention, above normal deadlines, or a high degree of creative thinking.
Physical Effort Minimal: The work is sedentary. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, bend, kneel, stoop, communicate, reach and manipulate objects. The position requires mobility. Duties involve moving materials weighing up to 5 pounds on a regular basis such as files, books, office equipment, etc., and may infrequently require moving materials weighing up to 10 pounds. Manual dexterity and coordination are required over 50% of the work period while operating equipment such as computer keyboard, calculator, and standard office equipment.
Work Environment Everyday Risks/Discomforts: require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, meeting and training rooms, e.g., use of safe work practices with office equipment. The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated. The noise level in the work area is typical of most office environments with telephones, personal interruptions, and background noises.
Travel Requirements Travel occasionally required
Hours Required May require working after hours, evenings and weekends Additional Information: Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background check and reference checks as part of the contingent employment offer process. Certain positions at the City of Canby will also require a drug screen. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 verification process confirming authorization to work in the United States. The City of Canby is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and/or selection process should contact
Human Resources . The City of Canby prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at the City of Canby are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, age, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, ability, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state and federal law. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
Status of Your Application: City of Canby only accepts applications through our online application system at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/canbyoregon . For technical assistance, please call 855-524-5627.
You will be advised by email of your status at each step in the applications process and through your applicant portal. Please note that the City of Canby communicates with all candidates via email. If you "opt out" or "unsubscribe" from email notifications from governmentjobs it will impact our ability to communicate status updates with you.
Reasonable AccommodationStatement: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. This job description is a general description of essential job functions. It is not intended as an employment contract nor is it intended to describe all responsibilities, skills, effort, or work conditions associated with the job someone in this position would perform. ___________________________________________________________________________ Veteran's Preference Statement Applicants are eligible to use Veteran's Preference when applying. Preference will only be given if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and any special qualifications for the position and electronically attach the required documentation at the time of application. DOCUMENTS REQUIRED: MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) – OR – Letter from the US Dept. of Veterans Affairs indicating a non-service connected pension. Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at: http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records
For information regarding Veteran's Preference qualifications, visit the following website: http://www.oregonjobs.org/DAS/STJOBS/vetpoints.shtmlq
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The first review of applications will begin on August 19, 2025. This recruitment will remain open until filled and may close at any time. Provide leadership, management, direction, planning and goal setting for the City’s Finance Department to ensure delivery of quality municipal services. Responsible for financial and strategic planning for all financial issues facing the City of Canby and Canby Urban Renewal Agency. Conduct special projects as assigned by the City Administrator. Supervise department personnel in the performance of their duties. Communicate with public and staff on financial matters and concerns. Serve as a member of the City’s Leadership Team. Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervises staff; provides scheduling, formal training, evaluations, and development. The individual in this position is expected to engage in the following work-related activities. Provide supervision and manage staff, including prioritizing and developing work plans, to ensure City goals and objectives are met. Schedule, assign and evaluate performance of finance staff members. Interview and effectively recommend hiring and termination actions. Provide opportunities for developmental training and performance coaching to employees. Conduct performance evaluations and provide training and development for staff. Responsible for development and implementation of the City’s financial policies and City’s Strategic Financial Plan. Ensure that the City’s Budget, accounting systems and reports are in compliance with all appropriate legal and regulatory requirements and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles for municipal agencies. Establish departmental goals and objectives. Plan and develop programs, policies and procedures related to areas of responsibility based on analysis of City needs, workload, staffing levels, and economic, legislative and judicial influences to provide appropriate and effective financial services for the City. Monitor progress on reports and projects, interpreting policies and procedures. Advise the City Administrator, City Council, Boards, and Commissions on financial matters, including providing recommendations as needed. Develop budgeting, accounting, and reporting systems in compliance with professional standards. Prepare initial department budget requests and oversee the consolidation of departmental budgets into a comprehensive budget for the City, requiring the forecasting of City revenues and expenditures. Manage and monitor approved department budgets. Review and approve expenditures. Review progress and make necessary modifications. In conjunction with the City Administrator, prepare and administer the City budget in accordance with Oregon municipal finance law. Ensure the timely completion and accuracy of the City’s Annual Budget and Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, including preparation of financial forecasts, issuance of debt, preparation of rate analysis for the City’s utility systems, and financing of capital improvements. Responsible for oversight of the Canby Urban Renewal Agency Annual Budget and Report on Audited Financial Statements, including preparation of financial forecasts, issuance of debt and financing of capital improvements. Exhibit leadership to staff and fellow employees. Serve as a model for accomplishing the City’s vision and goals. Create an environment in which employees are focused on producing excellent quality results. Set standards for excellence in internal and external customer service. Promote professional and courteous behavior. Respond to requests for information from the City Administrator, Council, Boards, Commissions, and other outside agencies, including identifying information needed and report format. Review reports prepared by staff, including determining completeness and accuracy. Provide general assistance on a City wide basis related to budgeting, financial reporting, financing options, and general accounting. Ensure compliance to related policies. Research, analyze and assemble information, and make recommendations for grants, loans, rate studies and other matters related to the finance area. Consult with various financial institutions and advisors, and bond counsel to arrange financing for construction projects. Provide financial information and analyses used to prepare bond prospectuses for debt financing. Manage the investment of City funds in a fiduciary, responsible manner in accordance with applicable laws. Oversee City's cash flow to meet operational needs and maximize interest revenues within policy guidelines. Develop, monitor and maintain long-term investment policies, procedures and practices. Attend various community, professional and civic organization meetings to communicate City goals, programs, and policies. Attend Council meetings, Urban Renewal Agency meetings, and budget meetings as required. Maintain cooperative working relationships with City staff, other organizations and the general public. Actively promote and support diversity in the workplace through staffing, promotions, training and career development. Follow all safety rules and procedures for work areas. Performs additional duties as assigned. Competency Profile The individual in this position is expected to possess or acquire
Broad knowledge of the principles, methods and practices of municipal accounting and budgeting, financial analysis and reporting, internal controls and auditing procedures, cash management, investments, and various laws governing municipal accounting and budgeting in Oregon. Knowledge of financial projection techniques, finance modeling techniques, and debt financing theories and principles. Knowledge of the principles of supervision, personnel practices, interpersonal communication; and computer software applications. Advanced understanding of the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and local, state and federal laws governing revenues and expenditures. Ability to plan, develop and implement fiscal management practices and systems, apply management theories and principles, and to manage investment programs, and debt financing. Advanced knowledge of personal computers and related software applications. Must be able to prepare informational analyses and perform problem solving to assess large amounts of information and formulate decisions. Ability to make presentations, communicate effectively with coworkers, management, elected officials and the general public, and display excellent interpersonal skills and awareness of controversial and/or sensitive issues. Ability to comply with safety requirements of the position and actively promote safe work practices. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (e.g., B.A./B.S.) or equivalent from college or university in Finance, Public Administration, Business Management or related field Seven years of finance experience Two years of supervisory experience Or any satisfactory combination of education, experience, and training that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the above duties. Must be able to pass a pre-employment credit check. Preferred Qualifications
Possession of Certified Public Accountant license or a Certified Management Accountant designation. Previous Oregon municipal experience. Completion of Master’s degree in Public Administration, Finance, or related field. Working experience with Caselle software. Mental Effort High degree of concentration with above normal periods of attention, above normal deadlines, or a high degree of creative thinking.
Physical Effort Minimal: The work is sedentary. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, bend, kneel, stoop, communicate, reach and manipulate objects. The position requires mobility. Duties involve moving materials weighing up to 5 pounds on a regular basis such as files, books, office equipment, etc., and may infrequently require moving materials weighing up to 10 pounds. Manual dexterity and coordination are required over 50% of the work period while operating equipment such as computer keyboard, calculator, and standard office equipment.
Work Environment Everyday Risks/Discomforts: require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, meeting and training rooms, e.g., use of safe work practices with office equipment. The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated. The noise level in the work area is typical of most office environments with telephones, personal interruptions, and background noises.
Travel Requirements Travel occasionally required
Hours Required May require working after hours, evenings and weekends Additional Information: Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background check and reference checks as part of the contingent employment offer process. Certain positions at the City of Canby will also require a drug screen. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 verification process confirming authorization to work in the United States. The City of Canby is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and/or selection process should contact
Human Resources . The City of Canby prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at the City of Canby are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, age, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, ability, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state and federal law. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
Status of Your Application: City of Canby only accepts applications through our online application system at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/canbyoregon . For technical assistance, please call 855-524-5627.
You will be advised by email of your status at each step in the applications process and through your applicant portal. Please note that the City of Canby communicates with all candidates via email. If you "opt out" or "unsubscribe" from email notifications from governmentjobs it will impact our ability to communicate status updates with you.
Reasonable AccommodationStatement: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. This job description is a general description of essential job functions. It is not intended as an employment contract nor is it intended to describe all responsibilities, skills, effort, or work conditions associated with the job someone in this position would perform. ___________________________________________________________________________ Veteran's Preference Statement Applicants are eligible to use Veteran's Preference when applying. Preference will only be given if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and any special qualifications for the position and electronically attach the required documentation at the time of application. DOCUMENTS REQUIRED: MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) – OR – Letter from the US Dept. of Veterans Affairs indicating a non-service connected pension. Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at: http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records
For information regarding Veteran's Preference qualifications, visit the following website: http://www.oregonjobs.org/DAS/STJOBS/vetpoints.shtmlq
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