About The Position

The Kansas City Public Library is seeking a strategic financial leader to guide complex public-sector operations, drive long-term planning, and ensure fiscal accountability. This executive role requires experience in public-sector financial management and budgeting, skill in leading teams and improving financial systems, and the ability to communicate complex financial information to diverse stakeholders. The Kansas City Public Library operates as an independent public library district and political subdivision of the State of Missouri, governed by a nine-member Board of Trustees. The new Chief Financial Officer will report to the Chief Executive Officer and should be a strategic and operationally focused finance leader with deep experience in public-sector financial management.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, public or business administration, or related field
  • 8–10 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in financial operations
  • Minimum 3 years of governmental accounting experience

Nice To Haves

  • Familiarity with Missouri or regional public finance and property taxation
  • CPA designation or related certification
  • Experience with public funding, audits, and financial systems
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