The City of Bryan is accepting applications for Chief Financial Officer. With broad guidance from the City Manager, this position oversees the City's Fiscal Services Department to achieve maximum levels of City services consistent with fiscal guidelines and the City’s mission. Directs the development of and approves policies and procedures within the department that facilitate attainment of operational effectiveness and efficiency.

Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday; 8am-5pm
After hours as needed

Hiring Pay Rate:
Depends on Qualifications

Responsibilities:

Provides administrative direction and supervision to the municipal’s financial activities including budget preparation, cash management, city investment program, bank relations, accounting functions, purchasing, debt management and planning, financial reporting and audit management.
Performs personnel administrative functions (e.g., interviewing, selecting, evaluating, supervising, training, disciplining, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining adequate staffing, enhancing productivity of personnel, and achieving objectives within budget.
Continuously monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; assesses and monitors workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships.
Assists City Manager’s office and other departments in preparation of city’s annual budget.
Oversees the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and coordinates the annual audit of the City.
Oversees and manages city’s investment program and depository contract.

Directs the disbursement of all moneys and controls all expenditures to ensure that internal financial controls are in place and functioning.

Oversees a general accounting system and payroll in accordance with generally accepted accounting procedures.
Submits to City Manager and Council regular statements of financial condition of the City.
Negotiates contracts for financial services such as banking agreements, investment services, etc.
Manages all public funds belonging to or under the control of the City; invests all funds.
Develops, implements, ensures compliance City and Fiscal services policies, procedures, and laws for efficient and effective operation and maintenance of Department operations.
Represents the City at various meetings including City Council meetings, staff meetings, professional association meetings, and other meetings as necessary and responds to inquiries regarding the Department’s functions as well as makes presentations when requested.
Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field of study.
A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible related experience, including prior senior management responsibility.
Must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
Municipal experience and/or Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) preparation experience preferred, but not required.

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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