Finance Director

City of DeFuniak Springs; DeFuniak Springs (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of DeFuniak Springs seeks an executive-level finance director to lead all financial operations, planning and reporting for the City. The role directs fund accounting, budgeting, utility billing, payroll and treasury management while advising on fiscal policy to maintain the City’s financial health.

Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in accounting or related field and at least five years in government finance with two years in supervision. Florida-specific knowledge is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, public finance, business administration or a closely related field from a four-year college or university.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible government finance accounting experience with at least two (2) years of supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of local governmental utility services.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and manage the financial operations of the City, directing budgeting, accounting and reporting.
• Oversee fund accounting, utility billing, payroll, customer service, investing, debt management and treasury functions.
• Advise the City on fiscal policy matters and ensure bondability and financial health.

Skills

Financial leadership

Budgeting

Governance

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, public finance, business administration or a closely related field

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

This position is an executive level staff position providing highly responsible financial services support to the City. This position is responsible for the direction, planning and management of the financial operations of the City and advises and makes recommendations to the City on all fiscal policy matters necessary for the financial health of the City. This position is responsible for performing professional work in planning, organizing, staffing, controlling and administering all financial functions including fund accounting, budgeting, utility billing, payroll, customer service, reporting, investing, debt management, banking, fixed asset management, purchasing, internal support, external support, treasury management and pension plan management for the City. Must be bondable in an amount established by the City Council with such bond conditioned upon the faithful discharge of the duties of the finance director.

QUALIFICATIONS, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Required Qualification(s):

Bachelors Degree in accounting, public finance, business administration or a closely related field from a four-year college or university. Must have five (5) years of progressively responsible government finance accounting experience which includes at least two (2) years of supervisory experience. Must have knowledge of local governmental utility services.

Preferred/Desirable Qualification(s):

State of Florida experience is highly preferred and desired. Certified Public Accountant (C.P.A) is preferred or a Certified Government Finance Officer (GFOA). Knowledge of State of Florida Uniform Accounting System and any other areas concerning governmental accounting, along with a working knowledge of utility services. Knowledge in the areas of budget preparation, budget administration, financial investments and financial computer software are essential.