Finance Director

Oswego; Oswego Township (IL); On-site; USD 143,000 - 214,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

IMRF participation

457 plan

Paid leave

Professional development

Phone allowances

115 trust

Job summary

The Village of Oswego is seeking an accomplished finance leader to serve as its Finance Director. You will shape the financial future of a growing community, provide strategic guidance to Village leadership, and ensure responsible stewardship of public resources.

As the Village's financial expert and advisor, you'll guide financial decisions, support long-term priorities, and maintain sound financial practices that help Oswego thrive.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business or related field.
• Seven years of municipal finance experience.
• Three years of supervisory experience.
• Valid Illinois driver's license or ability to obtain one.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Skills

Municipal finance experience

Strategic leadership

Public administration knowledge

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field

Job description

• Salary/Pay Rate: $142,563-$213,866 effective January 1, 2027
• Posted Date: 11/05/2026 2:00 PM

The Village of Oswego is seeking an accomplished, forward-thinking financial leader to serve as its next Finance Director. This is an opportunity to shape the financial future of a growing community, provide strategic guidance to Village leadership and ensure the responsible stewardship of public resources. As the Village's financial expert and advisor, you'll help guide financial decisions, support long-term priorities and maintain the sound financial practices that help Oswego thrive.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in municipal finance.
• Three (3) years supervisory experience.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered where they provide the required knowledge, skills, and leadership capability.
• Valid Illinois driver’s license, or ability to obtain one in accordance with Village requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO), or Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO).

Compensation

Salary range effective January 1, 2027" $142,563-$213,866; anticipated hiring range up to $185,000 DOQ.

• Comprehensive health insurance
• IMRF participation
• 457 plan
• paid leave
• professional development
• phone allowances
• 115 trust and more.