Strategic Municipal Finance Director & Budget Leader

Township of Upper St Clair; Upper St. Clair (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

The Township of Upper St. Clair is seeking a Director of Finance to serve as CFO, overseeing accounting, budgeting, treasury, and financial reporting.

This role requires strong leadership, integrity, and the ability to translate complex financial data into clear information for the Township Manager, Board of Commissioners, vendors, and residents. The Director will direct the annual budget, five-year CIP, and long-term financial planning, maintain GAAP/GASB compliance, coordinate external and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, public administration, or related field.
• Master’s degree or CPA/CPFO (preferred).
• Minimum five years in municipal or governmental finance.

Responsibilities

• Lead Finance Department, supervise staff and develop teams.
• Direct annual budget process and long-term financial planning.
• Coordinate audits and ensure GAAP/GASB compliance.
• Manage treasury, investments, debt, and reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Strategic planning

GAAP & GASB knowledge

Budgeting

Supervisory skills

Communication

Policy development

Education

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

Master’s degree or CPA/CPFO (preferred)

Tools

Financial management software

Excel

Database applications

Job description

The Township of Upper St. Clair is seeking a Director of Finance to serve as CFO, overseeing accounting, budgeting, treasury, and financial reporting.

This role requires strong leadership, integrity, and the ability to translate complex financial data into clear information for the Township Manager, Board of Commissioners, vendors, and residents. The Director will direct the annual budget, five-year CIP, and long-term financial planning, maintain GAAP/GASB compliance, coordinate external and