Finance Director

City of Bowie•Bowie, MD

5d•$150,000 - $165,000

About The Position

The City of Bowie is seeking a highly motivated and experienced finance executive, with a proven and successful background in local government accounting and budgeting to serve as our next Finance Director. Reporting directly to the City Manager, the Finance Director oversees a professional staff of 17, and administers the City’s $131.6M budget, while serving as a vital member of the City’s senior management team. The successful candidate will be a proven and effective leader with a history of solving complex organizational challenges with positive, innovative, and viable solutions. Critical responsibilities of this position will include, but may not be limited to: Directing and managing all functions of the Finance Department including accounting, treasury management, payroll, utility billing, debt administration, and financial reporting. Managing and overseeing the City’s accounting records and financial management systems. Providing technical financial guidance and support to City departments regarding budget, accounting, and financial procedures. Supervising Finance Department personnel and establishing departmental priorities and performance expectations. Establish and maintain internal controls, financial policies, and procedures to safeguard City assets and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Directing the preparation, coordination, and monitoring of the City’s annual operating and capital budgets. Overseeing preparation of the City’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and other required financial statements and reports. Provide financial forecasts, long-range financial planning, and fiscal impact analyses for City initiatives and policy proposals. Oversee the investment of City funds in accordance with applicable laws and adopted investment policies. Coordinate and manage the City’s debt issuance and debt management activities. Coordinate the City’s annual independent financial audit and ensure implementation of audit recommendations. Oversee revenue administration functions including utility billing, accounts receivable, and other City revenue programs. Serve as liaison to financial institutions, auditors, regulatory agencies, and other governmental entities. Prepare and present financial reports and analyses to City leadership and elected officials. Maintain confidentiality. Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
Seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in governmental finance, accounting, or budgeting including supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Substantial leadership and supervisory experience, with at least four years’ experience managing professional finance teams, and high-level administrative professionals.
Knowledge of principles and practices of governmental accounting and municipal finance.
Knowledge of governmental accounting standards and financial reporting requirements.
Knowledge of municipal budgeting, financial forecasting, and capital planning.
Knowledge of laws, ordinances, and regulations governing municipal financial operations.
Knowledge of public investment and debt management practices.
Skill in analyzing complex financial data and preparing financial reports.
Ability to supervise professional and technical staff.
Ability to communicate financial information to City leadership and elected officials.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, employees, regulatory agencies, and the public.

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Certified Government Finance Manager (CGFM)
Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO)

Responsibilities

Directing and managing all functions of the Finance Department including accounting, treasury management, payroll, utility billing, debt administration, and financial reporting.
Managing and overseeing the City’s accounting records and financial management systems.
Providing technical financial guidance and support to City departments regarding budget, accounting, and financial procedures.
Supervising Finance Department personnel and establishing departmental priorities and performance expectations.
Establish and maintain internal controls, financial policies, and procedures to safeguard City assets and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Directing the preparation, coordination, and monitoring of the City’s annual operating and capital budgets.
Overseeing preparation of the City’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and other required financial statements and reports.
Provide financial forecasts, long-range financial planning, and fiscal impact analyses for City initiatives and policy proposals.
Oversee the investment of City funds in accordance with applicable laws and adopted investment policies.
Coordinate and manage the City’s debt issuance and debt management activities.
Coordinate the City’s annual independent financial audit and ensure implementation of audit recommendations.
Oversee revenue administration functions including utility billing, accounts receivable, and other City revenue programs.
Serve as liaison to financial institutions, auditors, regulatory agencies, and other governmental entities.
Prepare and present financial reports and analyses to City leadership and elected officials.
Maintain confidentiality.
Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

Benefits

Along with a competitive salary, this opportunity offers a robust array of employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; short- and long-term disability programs; and a 401(K) with employer match, and optional 457 retirement savings plan. To optimize employee work/life balance, many positions include telework/hybrid and flexible scheduling options.

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