Director Of Finance

We are currently seeking: A Director of Finance to join our this role you will plan coordinate manage and direct the operations and activities of the Citys Finance Department; provide financial advice to the City Manager and City Council; ensure the Citys compliance with financial regulatory requirements; oversee the preparation of financial records and reports; negotiate and administer contracts; oversee the administration of grant funding; respond to public inquiries and complaints; and supervise assigned personnel. Reports to the Assistant City Manager/CFO.

Your Responsibilities:

• Provides financial advice and recommendations to the City Manager and City Council.
• Directs and oversees the day-to-day operations of the Finance Department including:
  • Accounting (payroll accounts payable general ledger etc.)
  • Budget administration
  • Treasury
  • Internal audit
  • Financial reporting
  • Purchasing
  • Utility and miscellaneous billing and receipts
  • Financial Systems
• Monitors and ensures the Citys compliance with all regulatory requirements governing municipal accounting and finance activities.
• Leads and/or participates in the development implementation and administration of the Citys finance policies and procedures; establishes departmental goals objectives and priorities.
• Directs the development and administration of the Citys annual budget; monitors and authorizes expenditure; reviews and authorizes budget amendments.
• Oversees and/or participates in the preparation of numerous financial records statements and reports.
• Prepares negotiates and administers contracts; monitors and ensures compliance with contract requirements; provides oversight for the administration of grant funding.
• Serves as primary liaison with external auditors; oversees annual financial audits and ACFR preparation.
• Establishes maintains and continuously evaluates the Citys system of internal financial controls to safeguard assets ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records promote operational efficiency and ensure compliance with applicable laws regulations and policies.
• Develops multi-year financial forecasts and sustainability models.
• Assesses long-term fiscal impacts of policy decisions growth and capital investments.
• Oversees the issuance and management of municipal debt including bonds notes and other financing instruments.
• Coordinates capital improvement financing and long-term financial planning.
• Develops and maintains the Citys debt management policies.
• Responsible for managing the Citys investment portfolios including policies and acts as Investment Officer.
• Serves as Corporate Treasurer for Citys Development Corporation.
• Serves on City of San Angelo Firemens Relief and Retirement Board.
• Monitors and evaluates federal and state legislative and regulatory actions affecting municipal finance taxation revenue authority debt issuance grants and financial reporting; assesses fiscal impacts and advises executive leadership and elected officials accordingly.
• Hires trains supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned personnel; monitors and ensures staff compliance with departmental policies procedures and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Attends and participates in City Council departmental and/or other types of meetings with outside agencies community organizations and the general public.
• Addresses complex or escalated public financial inquiries and concerns; facilitates the timely and effective resolution of citizen complaints.
• Prepares and maintains a variety of reports and documentation related to assigned areas of responsibility.
• Regular and timely attendance is required.

The above duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional position-specific duties.

Requirements and Skills:

• Directing the Citys financial operations.
• Monitoring and ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements governing municipal financial activities.
• Developing and administering municipal budgets and monitoring expenditure.
• Negotiating and administering contracts and overseeing the administration of grant funding.
• Preparing reviewing and maintaining a variety of financial records reports and documentation.
• Supervising leading and delegating tasks and authority.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with staff City departments and officials outside agencies local businesses community groups vendors and the general public.
• Responding to public inquiries and complaints regarding a variety of financial matters.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting Finance or related field; and seven years experience directing municipal financial operations; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Masters Degree in Business Administration or Public Administration is desirable.

Required Licenses or Certifications:

• Certification as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and/or Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) is desirable.
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver License with a good driving record.
• Applicants with an out-of-state driver license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• Work is performed in a standard office environment.

Job postings may be withdrawn at any time at direction of the City Manager.

Required Experience:

Director