Senior City Comptroller & Financial Reporting Leader

Financeroles; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Memphis is seeking a senior financial leader to direct accounting, reporting, payroll, and records management, supervising a reporting program exceeding $2 billion. You will ensure GAAP/GASB compliance, oversee annual audits of retirement systems and enterprise funds, and serve as an authorized signatory for disbursements.

This role requires a Bachelor’s in Business Admin, Finance, or Accounting with eight years of management-level governmental accounting experience; an MBA and CPA

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field and at least eight (8) years of management-level experience in directing accounting activities.
• Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field preferred; CPA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct accounting and financial management functions for the City, including GAAP/GASB reporting.
• Oversee audits, disbursements, and relationships with banks and financial partners.
• Lead, recruit, interview, and develop Finance Division staff; monitor internal controls.
• Collaborate with CFO, actuaries, and boards on budgets, valuations, and financial policies.

Skills

Leadership

Financial management

Strategic planning

Education

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

MBA preferred

Job description

The City of Memphis is seeking a senior financial leader to direct accounting, reporting, payroll, and records management, supervising a reporting program exceeding $2 billion. You will ensure GAAP/GASB compliance, oversee annual audits of retirement systems and enterprise funds, and serve as an authorized signatory for disbursements.

This role requires a Bachelor’s in Business Admin, Finance, or Accounting with eight years of management-level governmental accounting experience; an MBA and CPA