Chief Financial Officer

City-of-Delray-Beach,-Fl; Delray Beach (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Delray Beach is seeking a highly responsible administrator to direct the Finance Department, overseeing accounting, budgeting, and fiscal reporting under the City Manager’s direction.

The role requires a strong background in governmental accounting, leadership and the ability to advise the City Commission on financial policy and long-range plans. Bonding is required; CGFO/CPFO or CPA preferred. This is an on-site, senior management opportunity in Delray Beach, FL.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business or Financial Management.
• Five (5) years’ experience as a government Finance Director or Assistant Finance Director.
• Must be able to be bonded.
• Prefer CGFO, CPFO or certification as a Public Accountant.

Responsibilities

• Direct the Finance Department including accounting, purchasing, treasury management and pension.
• Direct the Capital Improvement Program including analysis, report preparation and meetings.
• Review financial data, such as bond documents, monthly financial reports, risk management reports and funding requests.
• Advise city officials and staff in fiscal policies affecting tax rates, fee schedules and other revenue sources.
• Prepare and review general correspondence and long-range financial planning.

Skills

Government finance leadership

Budgeting and reporting

Oral and written communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business or Financial Management

CGFO, CPFO or Public Accountant certification (preferred)

Job description

Veterans' Preference Applies

EEO Statement

The City of Delray Beach does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability, marital status, family status or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services

Non-Smoking

The City of Delray Beach is aNon-Tobacco Workplace. The City will not consider applicants who have used tobacco or nicotine products for a period of at least three months prior to application for employment. The definition of "tobacco or nicotine products" includes but is not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipes, snuff, e-cigarettes and nicotine patches or gum.

Highly responsible administrative position directing the Finance Department.

Position exists to plan, direct, and coordinate the activities relating to accounting, investments, fiscal reporting, debt management, treasury functions including cash management and utility billing. Work is performed under the administrative direction of the City Manager.

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Develops and implements goals, objectives and policies for the department in compliance with the law using applicable standards.
• Plans, organizes, evaluates and directs departmental policies, programs, financial operations and management controls.
• Analyzes City fiscal policies; interprets data; formulates the recommendations for action by the City Manager and the City Commission.
• Serves as financial advisor to City Commission and City Manager.
• Supervises, directs and manages the operations of the Finance Department including accounting, purchasing, treasury management and pension.
• Advises city officials and staff in fiscal policies affecting tax rates, fee schedules and other sources of revenue to the operating budget.
• Manages the investment of city funds in accordance with applicable laws, standards and practices.
• Directs the preparation of the City's Long-Range Financial Plan.
• Review and approve financial materials, such as: checks, pay requests, memorandums, payroll time sheets, etc.
• Review financial data, such as: bond documents, monthly financial reports, risk management reports, actuarial reports and funding requests.
• Attend and participate in administrative meetings, such as: agenda preparation, staff, Senior Management, Commission, pension board, etc.
• Direct the Capital Improvement Program including analysis, review, preparation of reports, meetings, etc.
• Prepare special reports, analysis and management studies.
• Prepare and review general correspondence.
• Fosters positive employee relations and employee morale on a City-wide basis.

• Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business or Financial Management.
• Five (5) years’ experience as a government Finance Director or Assistant Finance Director.
• Must be able to be bonded.
• Prefer CGFO, CPFO or certification as a Public Accountant.

Knowledge of governmental accounting principles. Knowledge of modern management principles and practices. Knowledge of computer systems pertaining to accounting and financial management. Knowledge of budgeting and financial reporting systems. Knowledge of pension plans (defined benefit, defined contribution) to include investments, benefits, funding, reporting, etc. Ability to lead and motivate a department. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to analyze financial data and discern underlying management problems. Ability to exercise good judgment in financial management. Skill in making public presentations. Skill in developing employees and holding them accountable. Skill in use of PC's for analysis and report development. Ability to manage and prioritize routine, specialized and complex assignments and problems utilizing knowledge acquired through prior education, training, and experience. Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form. Ability to adapt to an evolving and continually improving environment.

The abilities expected of all employees include being able to respond to supervision, guidance and direction of superiors in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies, be appropriately groomed and attired so as to present a professional image in accordance with the organization's mission, goals, and policies; report for work promptly and properly prepared at the time and place required by the assignment or orders; notify the appropriate supervisor of intended absences in accordance with stated rules; conform with standards and rules regarding use of accrued time; demonstrate a polite, helpful and courteous manner when engaged in any activity with the public; operate and care for equipment to manufacturer's specifications and/or within the specified parameters; demonstrate an understanding, consideration, and respect of cultural, religious, and gender differences when interacting with the public and colleagues.

A comparable combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position, may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear, use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Works inside in an office environment.

SELECTION GUIDELINES:

Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests might be required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement with the employer, and requirements of the job change.