Finance & Risk Management Director

Rockledge; Florida; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Rockledge seeks a proven Chief Financial Officer to lead the Finance Department, including payroll, accounts payable, investments and budget development. This role emphasizes directing, coaching, and developing staff, with deep expertise in public sector finance to implement policies and drive City strategy.

The position requires extensive knowledge of municipal accounting, budgeting, and regulatory compliance, with oversight of insurance, retirement programs, and performance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field; 10+ years in governmental accounting/finance.
• At least 3 years supervisory or management experience; master’s degree preferred.
• Valid Florida driver’s license; CPA/CGFO designations preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education, certification, training and/or experience.

Responsibilities

• Directs and oversees fiscal activities for the City’s overall financial management and planning.
• Invests City funds in safe, insured instruments and manages contracts.
• Directs and oversees budget development, submission and administration of budgets.
• Chairs or participates on boards/committees; presents to City officials.
• Oversees retirement program requirements and employee education.
• Oversees insurance administration, workers’ compensation, and claims.
• Develops and implements strategies to improve operational efficiency.

Skills

Govt accounting

Financial regulations

Supervisory experience

MS Office

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance/business

Master’s degree preferred

CPA/CGFO designation preferred

Tools

Budgeting software

Financial software

Job description

WORK OBJECTIVE:

Serves as the Chief Financial Officer of the City and is responsible for the administration of the Finance Department which includes payroll, accounts payable, investments and budget development. Ensures that City funds are invested in safe, insured instruments, and that the various contracts in which the City is engaged are properly administered. Position is primarily focused on directing, coaching, developing, and evaluating other people. Position requires extensive depth of expertise and knowledge in specialized functions or business areas that can be used to develop and implement policies and procedures as well as determining efficient and innovative ways to accomplish the City’s business strategies.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

Directs and oversees fiscal activities for the City’s overall financial management and planning in an automated systems environment

• Serves as the Investment Manager and is responsible for ensuring that City funds are invested in safe, insured instruments and that the various contracts in which the City is engaged are properly administered
• Directs and oversees budget functions in development, submission, and administration of approved operating and capital budgets
• Serves as a member of the Collective Bargaining Team; provides insight into costs of proposals, salaries and benefits, and includes negotiation and administration of group health, dental and vision insurance programs
• Ensures that the requirements of the City’s Retirement Program are met and that individuals within the City seeking retirement understand and are assisted with the specifics of the Retirement Program
• Serves as the point of contact for all liability and general insurance administration claims and processing including administration of worker’s compensation coverage, lawsuits or claims; provides supporting documentation as requested
• Maintains insurance on the City’s vehicle fleet and various City properties; ensures the accuracy of assigned vehicle values and inventory of insured vehicles
• Ensures that financial management, planning, and forecasting activities are in compliance with City policies and procedures and regulatory standards governing the work
• Directs managers in the analyses and preparation of various complex reports, presentations, charts, graphs and statistics for performance measurement, regulatory and audit compliance, and response to City officials, senior management and citizen requests
• Develops and implements new strategies and necessary changes for the purpose of improving operational efficiencies and overall effectiveness
• Attends all City Council meetings and makes presentations as needed
• Chairs or serves on various boards/committees as directed

Supervision:

• Reviews and evaluates work methods and procedures and meets with management staff to identify and resolve problems
• Assesses and monitors workload; identifies opportunities for improvement and implements changes
• Selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline and termination procedures
• Oversees and participates in the development and administration of various budgets; approves the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; approves expenditures and implements budgetary adjustments as appropriate and necessary

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field; supplemented by ten or more years’ progressively responsible experience in governmental accounting, finance, and/or budget administration, including at least three years of supervisory or management experience; master’s degree preferred;or an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience. Must have a valid Florida driver’s license.Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Public Finance Officer, or Certified Government Finance Officer designation is highly preferred.

In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications listed above, an individual must be able to perform each of the established essential functions in order to perform this job successfully.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Advanced knowledge of principles, standards, procedures and processes utilized in governmental accounting and finance administration
• Advanced knowledge of applicable federal, state and local regulatory laws, standards and requirements for governmental accounting and finance administration
• Advanced knowledge of principles, practices, methodologies and techniques utilized to effectively manage and motivate a diverse workforce
• Skill in application of principles and techniques utilized in business mathematics
• Skill in critical thinking for issues resolution and process improvement recommendations
• Skill in adapting to a changing work environment, competing demands and ability to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events
• Advanced ability to operate a computer using Microsoft Office products (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel) and applicable organizational software
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion in interpreting and implementing City policies, rules and regulations
• Ability to adjust and adapt program areas and operations under charge to new/changing situations resulting from new laws, decisions or circumstances
• Ability to articulate, demonstrate and train others concerning current laws, standards and best practices as applied to public sector accounting and finance administration
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in a course of work
• Ability to regularly attend work and arrive punctually for designated work schedule
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Depending on functional area of assignment, tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (up to 20 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station and extended periods of time standing and/or walking.

ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

Tasks are regularly performed inside without exposure to adverse environmental conditions (e.g., dirt, cold, rain, fumes).

SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Tasks require sound and visual perception and discrimination. Tasks require oral communications ability.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the City of Rockledge and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

The City of Rockledge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with United States Equal Employment Opportunity guidelines and the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Rockledge provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.