Assistant Finance Director

Tews Company; The Villages (FL); On-site; USD 82,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

A Florida government partner is seeking an Assistant Finance Director with strong accounting knowledge. This individual will manage key functions, supervise accounting staff, and prepare financial reports. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and a minimum of five years of supervisory experience. Preferred qualifications include CPA or MBA. The role offers comprehensive benefits, including 100% employer-paid medical insurance and tuition reimbursement.

Benefits

100% employer paid Medical Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Funded Retirement Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible

Qualifications

• Minimum of five to seven years of supervisory and professional accounting experience.
• CPA or CGFO preferred.
• Proven experience in accounting leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead key accounting functions including receivables, payables, and general ledger.
• Supervise accounting staff and conduct performance evaluations.
• Assist in financial system operations and upgrades.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Supervisory skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Master’s degree in Accounting or MBA

Tools

Financial software

Job description

Overview

Our government partner is seeking an ASSISTANT FINANCE DIRECTOR with strong accounting knowledge. In Office. Salary: $97k.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage key accounting functions including receivables, payables, property accounting, special assessments, and general ledger.
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff; conduct performance evaluations and identify training needs.
• Assist in financial system operations, integrations, and upgrades across departments.
• Coordinate annual assessment billing and collections in partnership with local agencies.
• Support bond issuance, compliance reporting, and post-issuance requirements.
• Prepare audit materials and ensure timely completion of financial reports.
• Provide financial insights and reporting to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or closely related field with a minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years of supervisory and professional accounting experience in Florida Government.
• Master’s degree in Accounting or MBA preferred.
• CPA or CGFO preferred.
• Proven experience in accounting leadership roles.
• Strong understanding of governmental or fund accounting preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work within a nuanced environment.

Benefits

• 100% employer paid Medical Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Funded Retirement Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible

Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Finance and Sales
• Industries: Accounting