Assistant Finance Director - Fairmont

Minnesota City Jobs; Fairmont (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life/AD&D

HSA/FSA

Job summary

City of Fairmont is seeking an Assistant Finance Director to support financial operations by preparing budgets and audit materials, producing financial and regulatory reports, and maintaining accurate accounting records.

The role also involves supervising utility billing staff and collaborating closely with the finance director and Public Utilities Commission to ensure compliant, efficient municipal finance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field is required.
• 3+ years’ accounting experience including AR, AP and payroll.
• At least 1 year of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare budget and audit materials to support financial operations.
• Produce financial and regulatory reports.
• Maintain accurate accounting records.
• Supervise utility billing staff.

Skills

Analytical

Detail-oriented

Supervisory experience

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Utility billing software

Job description

The City of Fairmont is accepting applications for a Assistant Finance Director.

The assistant finance director supports financial operations by preparing budget and audit materials, producing financial and regulatory reports, maintaining accurate accounting records, and supervising utility billing staff. The position works closely with the finance director and Public Utilities Commission. If you’re a detail driven, analytical professional who enjoys meaningful work and collaborative problem-solving, consider this opportunity!

Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; 3+ years’ experience in the accounting field (including AR, AP, and payroll work); and at least 1 year’s supervisory experience. Preferred qualifications: 3+ years in governmental finance and experience with utility billing software, comprehensive financial report preparation/auditing, and budget preparation/capital planning.

Successful candidates must also satisfactorily pass criminal background, credit, and driver’s license checks.

The City provides a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life/AD&D insurances; HSA and FSA spending plans; paid leave; an Employee Assistance Plan; and a MN PERA benefit.

EOE.