Strategic City Finance Director

City-of-Davenport; Davenport (FL); On-site; USD 127,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Davenport seeks a senior financial executive to plan, organize, and direct the City’s financial activities. The role covers government accounting, investing, revenue collection, and reporting with emphasis on accuracy for public funds.

The position demands strong leadership, extensive knowledge of municipal accounting, and the ability to prepare budgets and financial statements, while ensuring compliance with state laws and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Five+ years in Florida local government Finance/Accounting.
• Three+ years in supervisory roles.
• CPA or CGFO preferred or a Master’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Formulates work plans, programs, schedules, and policies for Finance Department.
• Directs personnel selection, promotion, training, and appraisal.
• Oversees overall financial management and safeguarding of public funds.
• Prepares budget updates and reports for City Council and City Manager.
• Directs preparation of annual financial statements and external reports.
• Monitors and amends annual budgets; prepares RFPs and bid specs.

Skills

Accounting theory

Municipal accounting

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Supervision

English reports

Tax knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Master’s degree and CPA/CGFO preferred

Tools

Government accounting software

Financial reporting systems

Job description

City of Davenport seeks a senior financial executive to plan, organize, and direct the City’s financial activities. The role covers government accounting, investing, revenue collection, and reporting with emphasis on accuracy for public funds.

The position demands strong leadership, extensive knowledge of municipal accounting, and the ability to prepare budgets and financial statements, while ensuring compliance with state laws and standards.