City of Sycamore
Sycamore, IL – Finance Director / Treasurer
City of Sycamore, Sycamore, Illinois, United States, 60178
City of Sycamore, Illinois
Finance Director / Treasurer
The City of Sycamore, Illinois is seeking a highly experienced municipal finance professional to serve as Finance Director / Treasurer.
This executive-level position provides leadership over the City’s financial operations and serves as the chief financial advisor to the City Manager and City Council.
THE POSITION The Finance Director / Treasurer oversees all accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, investment management, audits, internal controls, cash management, and financial policy development. The position plays a key role in long-range financial planning, capital planning, pension oversight, and debt management. The Finance Director coordinates the City’s annual audit, works closely with department heads and pension boards, and ensures compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
IDEAL CANDIDATE The successful candidate will be a collaborative professional with strong municipal finance experience and the ability to clearly communicate complex financial matters to elected officials, staff, and the public.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Direct and manage all municipal financial operations and accounting systems
Prepare and oversee the City’s annual operating and capital budgets
Coordinate annual audits and ensure compliance with GASB standards
Oversee cash management, investments, and internal controls
Administer revenue programs including local taxes, fees, and billing
Support pension administration and attend pension board meetings as needed
Provide financial forecasting and long-range planning recommendations
Supervise Finance Department staff and ensure efficient operations
Advise the City Manager and City Council on financial matters and policy
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration or related field required
Master’s degree preferred
Minimum Five (5) years of progressively responsible municipal or governmental finance experience
Prior experience as Finance Director, Assistant Finance Director, or senior municipal finance professional preferred
CPA, CPFO, or similar professional certification preferred
Experience with municipal audits, budgets, pension systems, and capital financing
Ability to effectively work with elected officials and senior leadership
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Starting Salary Range: $140,000 – $150,000 annually with excellent benefits including pension participation, insurance, paid leave, and professional development support.
APPLICATION PROCESS Interested applicants should submit an application, cover letter, resume, and references to: Jobs • Finance Director
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The City of Sycamore, Illinois is seeking a highly experienced municipal finance professional to serve as Finance Director / Treasurer.
This executive-level position provides leadership over the City’s financial operations and serves as the chief financial advisor to the City Manager and City Council.
THE POSITION The Finance Director / Treasurer oversees all accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, investment management, audits, internal controls, cash management, and financial policy development. The position plays a key role in long-range financial planning, capital planning, pension oversight, and debt management. The Finance Director coordinates the City’s annual audit, works closely with department heads and pension boards, and ensures compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
IDEAL CANDIDATE The successful candidate will be a collaborative professional with strong municipal finance experience and the ability to clearly communicate complex financial matters to elected officials, staff, and the public.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Direct and manage all municipal financial operations and accounting systems
Prepare and oversee the City’s annual operating and capital budgets
Coordinate annual audits and ensure compliance with GASB standards
Oversee cash management, investments, and internal controls
Administer revenue programs including local taxes, fees, and billing
Support pension administration and attend pension board meetings as needed
Provide financial forecasting and long-range planning recommendations
Supervise Finance Department staff and ensure efficient operations
Advise the City Manager and City Council on financial matters and policy
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration or related field required
Master’s degree preferred
Minimum Five (5) years of progressively responsible municipal or governmental finance experience
Prior experience as Finance Director, Assistant Finance Director, or senior municipal finance professional preferred
CPA, CPFO, or similar professional certification preferred
Experience with municipal audits, budgets, pension systems, and capital financing
Ability to effectively work with elected officials and senior leadership
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Starting Salary Range: $140,000 – $150,000 annually with excellent benefits including pension participation, insurance, paid leave, and professional development support.
APPLICATION PROCESS Interested applicants should submit an application, cover letter, resume, and references to: Jobs • Finance Director
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