Finance Director - Strategy, Budget & Grants

Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce; Lufkin (TX); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Deep East Texas Council of Governments seeks a Director of Finance to lead fiscal operations, policy administration and management of the organization’s funds. The role reports to the Executive Director and partners with program managers to ensure compliance and accurate reporting.

The position demands CPA and/or advanced degrees with strong knowledge of public finance, audits and grant administration. This is an exempt, full-time role with regional travel requirements and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• CPA preferred, with master’s in accounting or finance.
• Experience in governmental accounting or auditing offices is a plus.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal laws and public administration and management.
• Grant management experience is a plus.
• Experience working for a regional council of governments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Formulation of accounting, financial and budget policies.
• Financial planning and budget development/management.
• Revenue and expense forecasting; AR/AP management.
• Cash flow forecasting and investment management.
• Development and preparation of financial reports for the Executive Director, Board of Directors and state and federal agencies.
• Financial management of federal and state grant programs.
• Oversee DETCOG’s day-to-day accounting function and processes.
• Ensure policies, procedures and transactions meet objectives and legal requirements.
• Develop long-range budgets and fiscal policies; adjust programs as needed.
• Review economic trends to inform senior management; oversee audits.
• Collaborate with department managers for program-specific financial reporting.

Education

Certified Public Accountant

Master’s degree in accounting or finance

Undergraduate degree with governmental accounting experience

Job description

Deep East Texas Council of Governments seeks a Director of Finance to lead fiscal operations, policy administration and management of the organization’s funds. The role reports to the Executive Director and partners with program managers to ensure compliance and accurate reporting.

The position demands CPA and/or advanced degrees with strong knowledge of public finance, audits and grant administration. This is an exempt, full-time role with regional travel requirements and competitive benefits.