Director of Finance

Hunter Hamilton; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive 401(k) match

Tuition discounts and professional development support

Job summary

A public-sector organization is seeking a Director of Finance to lead financial operations with a strong focus on government accounting. The role demands extensive experience in municipal finance, oversight of budget development, and compliance with financial regulations. Ideal candidates will demonstrate proven success in managing audits and financial reporting, along with leadership abilities in mentoring finance teams. Competitive benefits including a great 401(k) match and professional development support are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in municipal or public-sector finance leadership.
• Strong expertise in government fund accounting and regulatory compliance.
• Leadership experience managing finance teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial functions, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Lead budget development and financial forecasting.
• Manage general ledger and financial reporting.

Skills

Government accounting experience

Financial reporting

Audit management

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

CPA or advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, or Public Administration

Job description

Are you a strategic finance leader with deep government accounting expertise? Do you thrive in complex, highly regulated environments where accuracy, transparency, and accountability matter? We are seeking an experienced Director of Finance to lead and strengthen financial operations within a dynamic public-sector organization.

This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a proven finance professional with strong municipal or government accounting experience who is ready to drive fiscal integrity, operational excellence, and strategic financial planning.

What You’ll Do

As Director of Finance, you will serve as a key strategic advisor and operational leader, responsible for the oversight and execution of all financial functions, including:

• Leading comprehensive government accounting operations in accordance with GASB standards and public-sector regulations
• Overseeing budget development, financial forecasting, and long-term fiscal planning
• Managing general ledger, financial reporting, audits, treasury, and internal controls
• Ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local financial regulations
• Supervising and developing a high-performing finance team
• Presenting financial reports and recommendations to executive leadership and governing bodies
• Driving process improvements and financial system optimization
• Partnering cross-functionally with department leaders to support strategic initiatives and funding decisions

What We’re Looking For

Government accounting experience is required.

The ideal candidate brings:

• Extensive experience in municipal or public-sector finance leadership
• Deep knowledge of government fund accounting, GASB standards, and regulatory compliance
• Proven success managing audits, financial reporting, and complex budget processes
• Strong internal controls expertise and risk management experience
• Advanced financial systems proficiency and strong Excel capabilities
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing and mentoring finance teams
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information for non-financial stakeholders
• Strategic mindset with hands-on execution capability

A CPA or advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, or Public Administration is strongly preferred.

Why This Opportunity?

This organization offers:

• Competitive 401(k) match
• Tuition discounts and professional development support