Strategic Municipal Finance Director & Treasurer

City of St Joseph; Grosse Pointe (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Grosse Pointe seeks a strategic Finance Director/Treasurer to serve as the chief financial steward. You will lead budgeting, reporting, cash management, and internal controls ensuring transparency and accountability across all financial operations.

Work with executive leadership and the governing body to provide strategic guidance for long-term fiscal sustainability while maintaining strong financial systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or higher in public/business administration, finance, economics or accounting.
• Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible leadership in governmental or finance administration.
• Master’s or CPA and municipal experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively in public forums.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs financial activities and internal controls.
• Prepares and administers annual budget for Council consideration.
• Oversees tax billing, collections and financial reporting.
• Maintains accounting records and general ledger; reconciles accounts.
• Represents the city in financial matters and pensions administration.
• Coordinates annual audit and ensures regulatory compliance.

Skills

Public finance leadership

Budget management

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s or CPA preferred

Job description

The City of Grosse Pointe seeks a strategic Finance Director/Treasurer to serve as the chief financial steward. You will lead budgeting, reporting, cash management, and internal controls ensuring transparency and accountability across all financial operations.

Work with executive leadership and the governing body to provide strategic guidance for long-term fiscal sustainability while maintaining strong financial systems.