Budget & Revenue Officer

City of Decatur, IL; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefits

Relocation Reimbursement

Dedicated Health Center

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

The City of Decatur, IL seeks a strategic finance leader to oversee the annual budget and guide fiscal policy for a community of 70,000 residents. Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will translate complex financial data into actionable insights for executive leadership and elected officials.

This role provides executive exposure, leads initiatives for revenue sustainability, transparency, and a solid financial foundation for infrastructure, public safety, and quality of life investments.

Qualifications

• Experience directing municipal budgets and financial planning.
• Ability to translate complex data for elected officials and executives.
• Strong grasp of public-sector accounting and reporting standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and administration of the City's annual operating budget.
• Provide strategic financial analysis and recommendations to leadership.
• Oversee financial reporting, audits, and compliance with statutes and policies.
• Monitor revenues/expenditures and support policy decisions for infrastructure and services.

Skills

Strategic financial leadership

Budget development

Financial forecasting

GAAP & GASB knowledge

Executive communication

Job description

Job Summary

The City of Decatur seeks a strategic finance leader to oversee our annual budget and guide fiscal policy for a community of 70,000 residents. Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, you'll serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and elected officials, translating complex financial data into actionable insights that drive policy decisions.

This role provides executive-level exposure and participates in the City's financial decision-making, leading initiatives that strengthen revenue sustainability, ensure organizational transparency, and provide the financial foundation for community investments in infrastructure, public safety, and quality of life.

Benefits

We support our employees with a strong package that includes:

• Competitive Benefits: 14.5 paid holidays per year (including 2 employee-selected days), comprehensive health coverage, an excellent pension plan, paid vacation, and sick leave.
• Relocation Reimbursement: Financial support to help cover moving expenses for qualified candidates.
• Dedicated Health Center: Free check-ups, chronic condition management, immunizations, bloodwork, and many free prescriptions for employees and their dependents.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Funding available for continuing education and professional development.

Key Responsibilities

Budget Development & Financial Strategy

• Lead development and administration of the City's annual operating budget
• Partner with department leadership to align financial planning with City priorities
• Monitor revenues and expenditures; prepare forecasts and variance analyses
• Provide strategic financial analysis and recommendations to the Director of Finance

Financial Reporting, Audit & Compliance

• Prepare and review monthly, annual, and special-purpose financial reports in compliance with GAAP, GASB, and fund accounting requirements
• Support preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) including schedules, work papers, and supporting documentation
• Ensure compliance with State of Illinois statutes and City ordinances governing municipal finance and reporting
• Analyze complex financial and operational data to identify trends, assess fiscal impacts, and support informed decision-making by executive leadership and elected officials

Revenue, Tax & Business License Administration

• Oversee compliance, reporting, collection, and audit coordination for locally imposed taxes
• Coordinate payment processing staff and delinquent account referrals with the Legal Department
• Manage business license compliance, verification, monitoring, and inspection coordination

Leadership & Financial Operations