ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct and oversee departmental budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.

Monitor revenues, expenditures, grants, and funding allocations to ensure fiscal accountability.

Prepare and present financial reports, budget recommendations, and operational analyses to executive leadership, City Council, boards, and external stakeholders.

Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including governmental accounting standards and audit requirements.

Lead annual budget development and long-range financial planning initiatives.

Oversee internal controls, procurement coordination, contract compliance, and financial risk management.

Collaborate with operational leaders to align financial strategies with departmental goals and public service priorities.

Supervise finance staff and support workforce development, performance management, and succession planning.

Coordinate external audits and respond to audit findings or corrective action plans.

Support transparency initiatives and public reporting requirements.

JOB SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field required.

Master’s degree and/or CPA preferred.

7–10 years of progressively responsible financial management experience, preferably within municipal or public-sector environments.

Strong knowledge of governmental accounting, public budgeting, grant management, and ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, or PeopleSoft.

• Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills