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Do you have a passion for government finance? Maybe you enjoy planning the long-term financial strategies of one of the Kansas City metro’s most sought after communities? The City of Leawood is seeking out a meticulous, passionate individual with a leadership mindset to prosper as its Director of Finance. The Director will have the opportunity to innovate the City’s financial processes and systems with the upcoming implementation of a new financial ERP system, while working to maintain the City’s exceptional Aaa bond rating. You must be able to work across all facets of municipal government, be dynamic and collaborative, and ensure the success of staff and the various City programs while ensuring regulatory compliance and standards.
Expected starting salary of $130,000 to $150,000 / year, DOQ.
General Responsibilities of the Director of Finance
Oversees all finance services and day-to-day activities of the Finance department including accounts payable, fixed assets, budget management, investments and cash management.
Manages the City’s annual financial report, including the preparation of materials and documentation for the external auditors and the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.
Oversees the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the finance department.
Develops and prepares standard and customized reports, including summaries of balances, cost information and other reports; assists with processing fiscal period opening/closing transactions; prepares complex documents including but not limited to financial statements, annual department budget.
Reviews and evaluates accounting records and fiscal activities to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting/legal requirements; identifies issues, trends and patterns; analyzes and explains variances and reports on irregularities; and prepares documentation for revenue estimating.
Responsible for the oversight and coordination of the strategic City’s Capital Improvement Plan, long-range forecasting and investment opportunities.
With support from direct reports and other City staff, responsible for the development, management and coordination of the City’s annual budget process.
Responsible for all accounting transactions, including but not limited to general ledger and accounts payable, to ensure conformity with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and formulates policies and procedures to provide improved operational controls.
Responds to inquiries and complaints from employees and the public about the finance department, completes a follow-up in each situation as appropriate. Deals directly with employees and the public on non-routine issues not easily resolved by subordinates.
Reviews existing revenue sources, performance agreements, and contracts to ensure compliance with specified agreements.
Responsible for coordinating the General Long Term Debt Account Group (GLTDAG), ensuring all entries, adjustments and records comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Responsible for the development, modification, implementation and maintenance of an automated financial tracking and recordkeeping system to improve efficiency of the Finance department.
Responsible for the development and implementation of department goals, objectives, policy and procedures and formulation of short-term and long-term development and improvement programs.
Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommends within department policy, appropriate changes.
Responsible for reviewing and overseeing the annual audit conducted by the City’s independent outside auditors.
Attends Governing Body Committees and Councils and represents the City at various public functions and meetings.
Education/Training/Certification Requirements
Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field from an accredited higher education institute.
Must have a minimum of ten (10) years of combined experience in accounting management, general ledger and accounts payable.
Must have experience in working in a municipality financial role.
Must have a minimum of three (3) years of experience in a supervisory or lead role.
Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) certification/designation preferred. Must be able to obtain within five (5) years of hire.
Excited to learn more? Submit your application and resume for consideration TODAY!
Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis and the City of Leawood will stop accepting application for the Director of Finance position on March 14, 2023.
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