Finance Director

Holland, City of (MI); United States; On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Holland, Michigan seeks a strategic Finance Director/Treasurer to lead the Finance Office, overseeing accounting, payroll, and treasury functions. You will coordinate with the Holland Board of Public Works and regional entities while guiding staff and ensuring policy compliance.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and presentation skills, with a focus on budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. CPA or master's degree preferred for advanced responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field; CPA preferred for advanced roles.
• Six to eight years in government finance and treasury, with supervisory experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to present to City Council.
• Leadership skills to set strategic direction and ensure operational success.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Finance Office, including accounting, payroll, and staff procedures.
• Serve as City Treasurer per City Charter; manage treasury, cash, billing, investments, and delinquencies.
• Manage Property Assessing, ensuring compliance with state and county policies.
• Oversee staff functions across the Finance Department, including hiring and performance evaluations.
• Administer annual budget and prepare financial position schedules for multiple funds.
• Produce long-term financial forecasts and comprehensive annual financial reports.
• Administer cash and investment policies for the City and related authorities.
• Support Brownfields administration and related financial reporting.
• Develop and implement finance-related projects and finance software/hardware.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Team management

Attention to detail

Presentations

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Master's degree and/or CPA preferred

Job description

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Oversees the daily operations and functions of the Finance Office, including all accounting, payroll, and finance staff procedures, systems, policies, and transactions for the City. Additionally, coordinates financial management with the Holland Board of Public Works, and oversees and supports regional entities including: Herrick District Library, Macatawa Area Express Authority (MAX) and West Michigan Airport Authority (WMAA).
2. Serves as the City Treasurer in accordance with City Charter. Manages the Treasury function including cash management, billing and collections, investment of funds, and the pursuit of delinquent accounts in support of policies mandated by the City Manager and City Council and performs the functions of the Treasurer under Holland City Charter section 6.6.
3. Manages the Property Assessing function including managing real and personal property assessments to ensure compliance with all state and county assessment policies and procedures.
4. Oversees the staff and personnel functions of all programs and operations of the Finance Department, including hiring, reviewing work, scheduling training, administering performance evaluations, coaching, discipline, etc.
5. Administers the annual budget, including the preparation of schedules, worksheets, and estimates of financial position for various funds.
6. Responsible for preparing and reporting the long-term financial forecast in conjunction with the long-term capital planning and budgeting processes.
7. Develops and administers comprehensive annual financial reports, monthly operating reports, and capital project reports.
8. Manages and administers the cash and investment policies of the City, Herrick District Library, Macatawa Area Express Authority (MAX) and West Michigan Airport Authority (WMAA).
9. Supports the administration of Brownfields, including required financial reporting and developer reimbursement process.
10. Researches, analyzes, develops, and implements various financially related projects, processes, and /or programs as necessary in support of assigned goals and objectives.
11. Researches, develops, and implements various finance-related software and hardware to ensure efficiency of financial information management.
12. Reviews financial operations, processes, and internal controls with the City’s contracted independent auditors and various state and federal agencies to ensure compliance and with Holland City charter section 6.8.
13. Administers Debt and participates in the financing for budgeted capital projects and other special projects and/or programs.
14. Administers General Liability property, casualty and Auto Insurance Programs and collaborates with Human Resources regarding Health, Dental, Workers Comp, and Income protection insurance programs.
15. Functions as Purchasing Coordinator including supervision of bid process, and compliance with purchase requirements outlined in the Purchasing Ordinance and oversees disposition ofassets.
16. Serves on the Smart Zone Board in a capacity to ensure a high degree of fiduciary sensitivity as exercised by other board members, including administering the financial reporting, budgeting, and board administration.
17. Serves as the Chief Administrative authority for the Holland Energy Trust Board in assisting them to administer the funding in a sound manner, including the preparation of the annual IRS form 990.

OTHER DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Purchasing Coordinator.
2. Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

1. The job requires knowledge acquired through the completion of a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. A master’s degree and/or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is preferred.
2. Six to eight years of experience in government finance and treasury functions, including supervisory responsibility.
3. Interpersonal skills necessary to manage the activities of a diverse group of employees and to work productively with all levels of City staff.
4. Strong written and verbal communication skills required. The ability to create and give presentations to a variety of groups, including City Council.
5. Leadership skills necessary to formulate plans, provide strategic direction and guide the Department toward operational success.
6. Mental ability to frequently handle pressures related to working on projects requiring attention to detail, meeting deadlines, and simultaneous management of multiple projects.
7. Physical ability to frequently sit in one position for extended periods of time and occasionally lift/push/carry items weighing up to 20 pounds.