Interim Finance Director

GovHRUSA; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MGT is seeking an Interim Finance Director for a temporary, on-site assignment in Morgantown, West Virginia. The role reports to the City Manager’s Office and leads the Finance Department to ensure sound budgeting, reporting, debt management, and compliance with city policies and state regulations.

The position requires at least six years of financial management experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field; government finance experience and CPA are preferred.

Qualifications

• Six years of experience in financial management.
• Strong knowledge of government budgeting, municipal finance, and related regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including public presentations.

Responsibilities

• Leads the Finance Department; hires, trains, evaluates, and disciplines staff; promotes customer-friendly service.
• Directs monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting; oversees fund reports and city financial transparency portals.
• Prepares and administers annual budgets and the five-year capital improvement plan; develops adopted budget documents.
• Advises the City Manager on revenues, expenditures, and financial strategy; presents to City Council and boards.
• Manages banking, cash management, investments, grants, and internal controls; coordinates debt and bond activities.
• Oversees CFO functions for pension funds and compliance with GAAP/GASB and state laws.

Skills

Six years of experience in financial m

Strong knowledge of government budgets

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field

Job description

Interim Finance Director: Morgantown, West Virginia (on-site)

WHO WE ARE

MGT is a leading technology and advisory solutions provider serving state, local, and education government agencies nationwide. Its nearly 900 employees help clients secure critical networks, address human capital and fiscal challenges, strengthen education systems, and advance equity.

Celebrating 50 years in 2025, MGT attracts exceptional talent and empowers employees to exceed client expectations.

Description

MGT seeks a contract employee for a temporary assignment (3-5 months) requiring full-time, on-site availability with potential for some hybrid.

Reporting to the City Manager’s Office, the Finance Director leads the City’s financial operations, including budgeting, reporting, revenue collection, cash and debt management, investments, pensions, TIF districts, internal controls, and Finance Department staff. The Director provides strategic financial guidance, promotes efficient and equitable service, collaborates with City leadership, Council, boards, residents, businesses, and vendors, and ensures compliance with City Code, state regulations, and departmental policies.

REQUIREMENTS

• Position/Department: Finance Director, Finance
• Status: Permanent, full-time, exempt
• Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 7:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
• Starting compensation: $100,000.00 annually

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Six years of experience in financial management.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Two years of government finance experience.
• Certified Public Accountant designation or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Leads the Finance Department; hires, trains, evaluates, and disciplines staff; and promotes responsive, customer-friendly service and continuous improvement.
• Directs monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting; approves fund reports; prepares the City annual report; and oversees ClearGov/OpenGov transparency portals.
• Prepares and administers annual budgets and the five-year capital improvement plan, including proposed and adopted budget documents.
• Advises the City Manager on revenues, expenditures, capital needs, and financial strategy; presents information to City Council, boards, and other stakeholders.
• Directs City financial operations, budget appropriations, banking, cash management, investments, grants, and internal controls.
• Manages City, board, and commission debt; coordinates bond issuances and refundings with placement agents and bond counsel.
• Administers the City’s five TIF districts and oversees property, liability, and workers’ compensation insurance renewals.
• Ensures compliance with the City Charter, West Virginia State Auditor requirements, GAAP, GASB standards, and applicable laws, ordinances, codes, policies, and procedures.
• Serves as treasurer for the Employee, Police, and Fire pension plans; prepares required annual reports and state surtax payment requests.
• Serves as treasurer to partner agencies.
• Establishes financial management policies and procedures and performs other assigned duties and projects.
• Strong knowledge of government budgeting, municipal finance, and applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
• Strategic judgment, analytical ability, attention to detail, and a collaborative, results-oriented work style.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical reporting and public presentations.

CONTACT & SUPERVISION

Communicate with City management, department heads, City Council, boards, residents, businesses, vendors, and other stakeholders.

Why Join MGT?

• At MGT, we help government and public-sector organizations solve complex challenges through innovative consulting, technology, and data-driven solutions.