FINANCE DIRECTOR/CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER (CFO)

Key Responsibilities: Advise the Mayor, City Council, and staff on financial practices, policies, and funding strategies. Direct and manage activities related to the City's budget, financial and accounting reporting systems, and audits. Develop the annual budget format, coordinate the budget process, and prepare the budget document; review all proposed budget amendments and ordinances. Manage the development and implementation of departmental operating procedures; approve updates and changes to departmental procedures. Review key financial operations and activities at regular intervals to ensure standard operating procedures are followed and performance standards are met; recommend and implement changes. Manage investment of City funds, maintaining, updating, and ensuring compliance with investment policy. Provide long‐range financial forecasts and recommend strategies for revenue increases or budget reductions based on forecasts. Review and approve purchases above $10,000 and budget transfers, ensuring compliance with City Code and policies. Develop and enforce policies related to all City financial and purchasing functions. Attend City Council meetings as required and prepare items for Council action. Develop systems to monitor the fiscal status of all City functions, prepare reports, and advise the Mayor on fiscal condition, changes, and trends. Manage risk‐related financial matters and coordinate with Legal and HR on worker's compensation and liability claims. Oversee implementation of financial technologies, including automation of financial processes, and prepare long‐range financial plans.

Required and Desirable Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field; master's degree desirable. At least 10 years of progressive executive experience in governmental budgeting and financial planning and management. Extensive experience in all aspects of municipal accounting, general ledger control, financial reporting, debt issuance, investments, banking, accounts payable, and revenue billing and collection. At least five years in a supervisory role. Advanced knowledge of Government Accounting Standards and superior written and oral communication skills. Excellent analytical, problem‐solving, and presentation skills. Strong commitment to responsible fiscal stewardship, staff development, and customer service. Thorough knowledge of municipal budgeting, government fund accounting, financial forecasting, controls, audits, procurement, and financial systems. Knowledge of risk management, claims management, insurance, and liability.

Compensation and Benefits: Annual salary range: $133,233.20 to $219,834.78. The starting range within this pay band will be between $133,233.20 and $176,533.99. The City of Urbana offers a competitive fringe benefits package, and relocation assistance may be negotiated. Equal Employment Opportunity. xmcpwfu The City of Urbana welcomes diversity.