JOB SUMMARY:
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for the financial operations of the office and for the planning, development, and implementation of fiscal policy related to its statutory functions. The CFO ensures that fiduciary responsibilities are met, funds are adequate for current and projected expenditures, and financial operations are conducted in a timely, accurate, and fiscally sound manner. The CFO monitors and analyzes revenue sources, explores potential new revenue opportunities, and serves as a senior advisor on all matters related to financial policy, planning, and administration. The position also oversees refund operations and ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and directives.
TYPICAL DUTIES:
- Oversees all financial operations of the office, including finance, accounting, budgeting, distributions, auditing, revenue tracking, investments, and refunds.
- Ensures legislative intent and directives are carried out in all financial matters.
- Develops, recommends, and implements fiscal policies and procedures specific to the office.
- Ensures fiduciary responsibilities and applicable local government agency requirements are met.
- Monitors existing sources of revenue and explores potential new revenue opportunities relevant to office functions.
- Oversees the annual budget and ensures compliance with approved appropriations.
- Summarizes and analyzes monthly revenue and financial reports and obtains required approvals for the release of funds to the appropriate finance office.
- Oversees and coordinates the annual audit of managed funds and reports audit results to appropriate officials and governing bodies, as required.
- Oversees the operation of the refund department, ensuring refunds are processed accurately, efficiently, and in a timely manner.
- Serves as trustee for the Deferred Compensation Fund or other designated fiduciary funds, as applicable.
- Negotiates and manages contract extensions and agreements with banks, financial institutions, and vendors supporting office operations.
- Acts as liaison with executive leadership, finance agencies, procurement offices, accounting offices, and other local government departments on financial matters.
- Manages and oversees financial automation projects, system enhancements, and bank conversions related to office operations.
- Provides financial analysis, projections, and recommendations to support organizational decision-making.
- Works collaboratively with local government departments and officials to exchange information and obtain approvals or signatures as required.
- Approves staff benefit time and provides administrative oversight to assigned financial personnel.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Banking, Business Administration, or a closely related field.
- A minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible professional experience in finance, accounting, banking, or business administration in the public or private sector, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field.
- Five (5) or more years of highly responsible professional experience in finance, public finance, or accounting.
- Experience in governmental or municipal treasury operations, public funds management, or refunds administration.
- Certified Public Accountant Licensure.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Thorough knowledge of municipal and public finance principles, particularly as they relate to treasury operations.
- Strong understanding of financial planning, budgeting, accounting, auditing, and internal controls.
- Knowledge of banking practices, investment oversight, risk management, and financial compliance in a government setting.
- Proficiency in financial systems, reporting tools, and computer applications used in treasury operations.
- Ability to independently analyze complex financial data and make sound, well-reasoned fiscal decisions.
- Ability to interpret technical financial information and develop policies and strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
- Skill in providing direction and guidance to senior managers and professional staff.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively with elected officials, local government departments, external auditors, and financial institutions.
- Note: The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee’s normal assignment.
Pay: $180,000.00 - $195,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
