Strategic Public Finance Director

ICMA; Suisun City (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Suisun City is seeking a strategic, hands-on Finance Director to shape the organization during a period of growth and transformation. The role leads long-range financial planning, organizational change, and development initiatives, while implementing the Finance Operations Strategic Plan to strengthen financial operations and modernize processes.

The ideal candidate will combine robust financial and accounting expertise with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly,

Qualifications

• Hands-on, strategic, and solution-oriented leadership with strong financial and accounting expertise.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and take actionable steps.
• Experience leading municipal finance functions and advising senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead long-range financial planning and organizational change.
• Oversee implementation of the Finance Operations Strategic Plan.
• Provide trusted financial guidance to City Manager, City Council, and executive leadership.
• Collaborate across departments to improve organizational alignment and financial systems.

Job description

The City of Suisun City is seeking a strategic, hands-on Finance Director to shape the organization during a period of growth and transformation. The role leads long-range financial planning, organizational change, and development initiatives, while implementing the Finance Operations Strategic Plan to strengthen financial operations and modernize processes.

The ideal candidate will combine robust financial and accounting expertise with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly,