Village of Estero, FL - Finance Director
About The Position
The Village of Estero, Florida, a vibrant and growing community, is seeking a collaborative and strategic Finance Director to oversee municipal finances, guide long-term financial planning, and support a high-performing “government-light” organization. The Finance Department is responsible for the organization’s fiscal management, including procurement and assistance with information technology systems. Reporting to the Village Manager, the Finance Director serves as the Village’s Chief Financial Officer. The position is responsible for planning, organizing, staffing, directing, coordinating, reporting, and budgeting Village finances. The ideal candidate will be an experienced municipal finance executive who brings strategic insight, integrity, sound business judgment, and a collaborative, team-building leadership style, committed to innovation, professional best practices, accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement. Experience with a Community Redevelopment Agency and knowledge of Florida’s highly transparent “Government in the Sunshine” environment are also desirable.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- At least eight years of progressively responsible management experience in financial administration with governmental organizations in the United States
- Demonstrated knowledge of laws, policies, and accounting principles governing municipal finance operations
- Certified Public Accountant, Certified Public Finance Officer, and/or Certified Government Finance Officer
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Experience working with rating agencies
- Experience with contracts and legally available investment opportunities
- Experience with public-private partnerships and a “government-light” municipal structure
- Experience working in high-growth communities or organizations
- Experience with a Community Redevelopment Agency
- Knowledge of Florida’s highly transparent “Government in the Sunshine” environment
Responsibilities
- Oversee municipal finances
- Guide long-term financial planning
- Support a high-performing “government-light” organization
- Manage municipal budgeting, debt management, and financial reporting
- Manage internal controls, grants, procurement, and capital financing
- Communicate complex financial information to elected officials, staff, and the public
- Serve as the Village’s Chief Financial Officer
- Plan, organize, staff, direct, coordinate, report, and budget Village finances
- Manage municipal debt and bond issuances
- Prepare complex financial statements, annual budgets, and Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
