The City of Fate, Texas, is seeking an experienced finance professional to serve as our next Director of Finance. This position is a key part of the leadership team, providing financial stewardship and guidance for one of the fastest-growing communities in the country. It's a role that goes beyond accounting-your work will help ensure sound planning, clear communication, and a stable financial foundation for our residents and businesses. Located in Rockwall County, just 28 miles east of downtown Dallas, Fate is home to more than 28,000 residents. The community offers excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and local events that bring people together. With roughly 1,000 new residents joining us each year, we are growing quickly while staying focused on fiscal responsibility and preserving the small-town character that makes Fate unique. In this role, you'll see the results of your efforts every day, shaping the City's future in real and lasting ways. The Director of Finance serves as the City's chief financial strategist, providing leadership, oversight, and direction for all financial operations. Reporting to the City Manager, this role manages the Finance Department, Utility Billing Department and Municipal Court. This position oversees key functions including accounting, budgeting, payroll, internal control, auditing, treasury management, investments, debt management, public improvement districts, and financial reporting. The Director ensures the City's fiscal integrity, transparency, and sustainability, aligning financial policies and practices with the City's mission and long-term goals.