Public Sector CFO — Strategic Finance Leader (CPA)

WolfCreek Consulting, Inc.; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 224,000 - 357,000; Full time

Job summary

Broward County is seeking an accomplished Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead its financial operations and provide strategic direction for a complex public-sector organization serving nearly two million residents.

The ideal candidate has extensive financial management, budgeting, accounting and reporting expertise, with a CPA designation and experience in government or public finance. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience leading financial operations in large, complex organizations.
• Strong budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting expertise.
• Ability to advise executive leadership on financial strategy and policy.
• Public sector or government finance experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Providing executive leadership and strategic direction for County financial operations
• Advising senior County leadership on financial strategy, fiscal policy and long-term planning
• Overseeing budgeting, financial reporting, accounting, investments, debt and related financial functions
• Maintaining strong financial controls, transparency and regulatory compliance
• Supporting long-range capital and financial planning
• Evaluating financial risks and opportunities
• Leading and developing high-performing financial professionals
• Communicating complex financial matters effectively to executives, elected officials and other stakeholders

Skills

Financial leadership

Budgeting

Accounting

Financial reporting

Strategic planning

Public sector experience

Executive communication

Education

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Job description

Broward County is seeking an accomplished Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead its financial operations and provide strategic direction for a complex public-sector organization serving nearly two million residents.

The ideal candidate has extensive financial management, budgeting, accounting and reporting expertise, with a CPA designation and experience in government or public finance. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.