Finance Director - Williston, ND

Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services, Inc.; Williston (ND); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Williston, ND seeks a Finance Director with a proven track record in municipal finance leadership. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with strategic vision, able to translate complex financial information for executives and elected officials, and acts as a trusted advisor to drive long-term fiscal health.

The role requires a candidate who mentors staff, fosters continuous improvement, and strengthens an already solid financial organization while positioning the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree as listed in the required field.
• Seven years of progressively responsible governmental finance, accounting, budgeting, auditing, or public administration experience.
• Minimum of three years in a supervisory or executive management role.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid North Dakota driver's license.
• Must be bondable.

Skills

Municipal finance

Strategic financial planning

Executive leadership

Budgeting

Education

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

Job description

Job Posting

The City of Williston, ND is accepting applications for a Finance Director.

The ideal candidate is an experienced municipal finance executive who combines exceptional technical expertise with strategic leadership and sound professional judgment. This person is collaborative and approachable leader who communicates complex financial information with clarity, serves as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and elected officials, and proactively develops innovative financial strategies. The successful candidate is committed to mentoring staff, fostering continuous improvement, and building upon an already strong financial organization while positioning the City for long-term success.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a closely related field
• Seven (7) years of progressively responsible governmental finance, accounting, budgeting, auditing, or public administration experience
• Minimum of three (3) years in a supervisory or executive management role
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid North Dakota driver's license
• Must be bondable

Benefits information is not available for this position. Please contact the city directly for this information.