Deputy Finance Director (MP 11)

City of Snoqualmie; Snoqualmie (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Snoqualmie seeks a Deputy Finance Director to oversee accounting, financial reporting, and staff supervision. You will lead daily operations, ensure internal controls, and support the Finance Director in implementing city-wide policies.

The role requires GAAP knowledge, CPA preferred, five years in governmental finance, and strong analytical skills. You will guide ERP usage, audits, and council reporting while collaborating with department heads and the public.

Qualifications

• Must have a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business administration.
• Five years of progressively responsible governmental finance experience.
• Two years of supervisory experience.
• CPA or CPFO desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting and financial reporting for the City.
• Supervise staff in accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and general billing.
• Lead annual financial report preparation and state audit processes.
• Manage ERP system implementation, security roles, and internal controls.
• Provide guidance on grants management and city policies.
• Attend Council and committee meetings as needed.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration

Tools

ERP system

Accounting software

Excel

Job description

Nestled in the scenic foothills of the Cascade Mountains, the City of Snoqualmie is a vibrant and growing community known for its exceptional quality of life, strong sense of community, and stunning natural surroundings. The City is perhaps best known for the iconic Snoqualmie Falls, which attracts visitors from around the world and serves as a centerpiece of the region’s natural beauty. Snoqualmie blends small-town charm with forward-thinking development, offering a balance of residential neighborhoods, thriving local businesses, and outdoor recreation opportunities. With continued growth and development, the City is committed to thoughtful planning, economic vitality, environmental stewardship, and maintaining the character that makes Snoqualmie unique. City leadership is dedicated to providing high-quality public services, fostering community engagement, and building strong partnerships across the region.

Equity Statement:

The City of Snoqualmie strives to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We value a variety of perspectives and life experiences and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state and local laws. We believe diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to the success of our City operations.

Summary:

The Deputy Finance Director performs the full range of professional management responsibilities in the City and helps the Finance Director carry out the Department’s workplan. This position oversees the day-to-day functions of all accounting and financial reporting for the City and provides technical guidance and support to all City employees on financial matters. The Deputy supervises staff who perform collection-type functions (accounts receivable, general billing, utility billing, business licensing and taxes, and cashiering) and payment-type functions (purchasing, accounts payable, and payroll). The Deputy is expected to have a thorough working knowledge of accounting systems and procedures and the ability to exercise independent judgment and analytical skills within established systems and procedures. Along with the Finance Director, this position is responsible for implementing City financial policies and maintaining sound internal controls. The Deputy may attend Council, committee, and community meetings as directed by the Finance Director and serves as backup in the Director’s absence.

• Manage and provide technical advice and assistance for general accounting functions such as preparing and posting journal entries to the general ledger and performing bank reconciliations.
• Supervise and provide technical advice and assistance for payment-type functions such as purchasing, accounts payable, and payroll.
• Supervise and provide technical advice and assistance for collection-type functions such as accounts receivable, general billing, utility billing, business licensing and taxes, and cashiering.
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements for accuracy and completeness. Oversee the preparation of the annual financial report and lead the annual state audit process.
• Lead staff in the implementation and ongoing use of the City’s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system as well as oversee its security roles, internal controls, and configuration.
• Provide support and technical advice on the grants management process.
• Review accounting-related transactions and other materials such as records, reports, invoices, journal entries, and ledgers for timeliness, completeness, and reasonableness; validate the accuracy of information or documentation and compliance with the City’s policies, coding conventions, and procedures; identify questionable and/or potentially non-compliant information or documentation and take prompt corrective action when necessary.
• Oversee and facilitate the development, update, and implementation of financial management and internal control policies, procedures, and/or systems.
• Direct the activities of assigned staff. Assign and evaluate work products, monitor progress, and revise procedures and approaches to improve effectiveness.
• Provide leadership, oversight, and performance feedback to staff to ensure established service and productivity levels are achieved.
• Attend Council, committee, community, and internal meetings at the request of the Finance Director and serve as backup in the Director’s absence.
• Conduct analyses and complete special projects as requested.

The duties listed above are not all-inclusive; this position may perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration
• Five years of progressively responsible governmental finance experience
• Two years of supervisory experience
• Or any combination of education and experience which would provide the desired knowledge, skills and ability required to perform the job

Licensing and Certification:

• Current CPA license or CPFO designation is highly desirable but not required.
• Must be bondable.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Budgeting, Accounting and Reporting Standards (BARS).
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public finance, fund accounting, cash investment activity and modern municipal finance principles.
• Knowledge of municipal administration, ordinances, statutes, and other legal processes.
• Knowledge of office practices and equipment, money, and banking operations.
• Knowledge of contracting processes and requirements.
• Knowledge of tax administration; including the collection from and payment of taxes to appropriate agencies.
• Knowledge of computers to implement programs and changes necessary for efficient operation.
• Use of independent judgment and effective decision making in the application of a wide variety of applicable laws, policies, ordinance, court decisions, procedures and practices in effective problem solving.
• Ability to assist in preparing clear, concise financial documents and reports.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality as appropriate.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Mayor, City Council, City Administrator, Department Heads, fellow employees, and the public.
• Ability to lead employees, fellow colleagues, and elected officials through change.
• Ability to understand and execute oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work in a team and independently.
• Ability to operate a personal computer and is familiar with the Windows operating system, Microsoft Word and Excel and accounting software programs.
• Ability to be coachable.
• Ability to collaborate on a regular basis.
• Ability to demonstrate accountability.
• Ability to work in a team and work independently with little oversight and without frequent reminders.
• Ability to adhere to job site safety plan.

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed in an office or conference room environment setting. Work involves sitting for prolonged periods of time, walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. Vision abilities required by this position include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Hand-eye coordination and fine manipulation skills are necessary to operate computers and office equipment. Good listening skills and occasional lifting of up to 30 pounds. May be required to attend evening meetings. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Some local travel may be required. Exposure to adverse weather conditions is minimal.