Public Sector Finance Director — Remote Options

GovHRUSA; Schaumburg (IL); Hybrid; USD 195,000 - 213,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Pension (IMRF)

Remote-work flexibility

Job summary

The Village of Schaumburg, IL seeks a Finance Director to lead financial operations including budgeting, accounting, licensing, and water billing, while serving as Treasurer for Police and Fire pension funds. The Director will guide a 22-person Finance Department, provide clear financial insight to the Village Manager and executives, and uphold transparency and responsible stewardship of public funds.

A Master’s degree (or CPA) and five years of public financial experience are preferred; the

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of governmental accounting principles.
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
• Minimum five years in public finance administration.

Responsibilities

• Direct financial operations including budgeting, accounting, licensing, and water billing.
• Ensure compliance, transparency, and responsible stewardship of public funds.
• Serve as Treasurer for Police and Fire pension funds.
• Provide actionable financial insight to executive leadership.
• Lead a team across Finance Department.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of governmental 1 2

Collaborative expertise

Customer-centric

Leadership & professionalism

Education

Master’s Degree in Accounting/Business/Public Admin

CPA certification preferred

Five years public finance experience

Job description

The Village of Schaumburg, IL seeks a Finance Director to lead financial operations including budgeting, accounting, licensing, and water billing, while serving as Treasurer for Police and Fire pension funds. The Director will guide a 22-person Finance Department, provide clear financial insight to the Village Manager and executives, and uphold transparency and responsible stewardship of public funds.

A Master’s degree (or CPA) and five years of public financial experience are preferred; the