Director of Finance

Elk Grove Village Illinois (pop. 33127) a strategically located progressive community that is home to the largest consolidated business park in North America is seeking a dynamic innovative and strategic Director of Finance who is passionate about people management. Elk Grove Village is located in Cook and DuPage Counties adjacent to OHare International Airport and is home to approximately 5600 businesses located in its 5.4 square mile Business Park.

The Finance Department is responsible for the fiscal oversight and financial management of the Village. From long-term financial planning and budgeting to day-to-day accounting payroll and purchasing the department provides the fiscal leadership that safeguards the Villages strong financial position keeps services running effectively and maintains compliance with state and federal requirements. Key responsibilities of the Finance Department include cash management and investments risk management budgeting revenue collection utility billing business licensing and disbursement of funds.

Reporting to the Village Manager the Director of Finance leads an office consisting of fifteen staff organized into three divisions: Administration Accounting and Accounts Receivable/Utility Billing. As a key member of the executive leadership team the Director of Finance oversees the Finance Departments strategic plan data analysis procurement risk management and policy development. This position is responsible for ensuring that Village resources are managed with integrity transparency and in compliance with state and federal regulations as well as providing uninterrupted financial support to all departments.

KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Collaborating with the Village Manager Executive Team and Village Board to develop manage and continuously improve the Villages long-term financial plan to ensure sustainability reliability transparency and equitable service delivery.

• Planning long and short-term goals and objectives for the Department and providing overall guidance direction and supervision to Department personnel and direct reports to ensure their successful achievement.

• Directing and evaluating the performance of senior staff overseeing the evaluation process for all department employees and making recommendations on hiring promotions disciplinary actions and professional development.

• Leading the Villages financial operations by guiding planning analysis budgeting and reporting. Providing data analysis and recommendations to the Village Manager and Village Board ensuring informed decision-making on financial matters.

• Preparing financial forecasts revenue projections and year-end balance estimates to guide fiscal policy. Anticipating risks and emerging trends and preparing the organization to meet future challenges.

• Recommending improvements to the Villages administrative and financial internal control systems and procedures to ensure audit compliance.

• Managing the preparation of the annual budget including coordination of the review approval and public hearing process. Assisting the Village Manager in monitoring the Villages performance of its annual budget.

• Preparing the annual property tax levy managing debt and overseeing bond issuances.

• Overseeing the maintenance of accurate records and ensuring Village resources are managed and allocated according to Board decisions legal requirements GAAP and GASB accounting rules and regulations and service delivery goals. Ensuring compliance with local state and federal regulations related to finance including payroll taxes pension fund management and TIF financial management and reporting.

• Managing the Villages insurance program and self-insured workers compensation system. Coordinating coverage reviews OSHA reporting and legal claims with attorneys and insurers to minimize liability and exposure.

• Serving as Treasurer to the Village Elk Grove Village Public Library Police and Fire Pension Funds and Foreign Fire Insurance Board as well as to Northwest Suburban Municipal Joint Action Water Agency (JAWA). Serving as liaison to the High-Level Excess Liability Pool (HELP) administrator for TIF Districts and authorized agent for the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF).

• Attending Village Board meetings and committee meetings as needed to provide financial expertise and technical guidance. Acting as a key resource to the Village Manager and department heads in addressing financial challenges and opportunities.

See post brochure here: Director of Finance Recruitment Brochure

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in accounting finance business or public administration or related field is required; a Masters degree is preferred. Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in local government and financial management experience with at least 3 years in a supervisory capacity is required. Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) preferred.

SALARY RANGE: $155593 to $211163

HOURS OF WORK: 37.5
hours/week Monday Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

ON-SITE POSITION: This is an in-person role with no remote work options.

OPENING DATE: October 9 2025

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled. The first review of applications will take place on October 31 2025.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:Elk Grove offers a competitive benefits package including health dental vision and life addition this position participates in an Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) pension.

Candidates must complete the online application at and should include a resume and cover letter along with contact information for five work-related references. All other inquiries should be directed to:

Attn: Office of Human Resources

901 Wellington Avenue

Elk Grove Village IL 60007

Tel:

Email:

Required Experience:

Director