Finance Manager

Fire Authority•Loveland, CO

15d•$125,000 - $187,760•Onsite

About The Position

Loveland Fire Rescue Authority (LFRA) is seeking a strategic, experienced, and mission‑driven Finance Manager to join our leadership team. This role is a senior advisor to the Fire Chief, Executive Staff, and the Authority Board, directly shaping LFRA’s financial sustainability and long‑range planning in support of exceptional public safety services. As a key leader within our organization, the Finance Manager oversees all Authority financial systems, guides budgeting and financial strategies, ensures regulatory compliance, manages debt programs, and maintains accurate and transparent financial reporting.

Requirements

Demonstrate advanced knowledge of governmental accounting, budgeting, finance, debt management, sales tax, and mill levies.
Analyze complex problems, identify solutions, and implement recommendations aligned with LFRA goals.
Deliver clear, innovative, and influential presentations and communications.
Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
Prioritize effectively with strong attention to detail and deadline accountability.
Build strong working relationships across departments, agencies, and the community.
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, or closely related field required.
Five years of progressively responsible work in finance, accounting, or budgeting required.
Public finance experience required.
NIMS 100, 200, 700, 706, 800 required within 12 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field preferred.
Fire/special district finance experience preferred.
Supervisory experience preferred.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.
Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) preferred.

Responsibilities

Advise the Fire Chief and Authority Board on financial trends, long‑range planning, and strategic objectives.
Prepare financial reports, studies, board meeting materials, and recommendations for decisions requiring resolution.
Oversee administration of grant funds and ensure compliance with all financial legal requirements related to grant funding.
Lead development and implementation of the annual budget; serve as LFRA’s Budget Officer with state and federal agencies.
Manage financial systems including debt management, accounting, and reporting.
Integrate LFRA’s financial plans with funding partner agencies and ensure consistency in long‑term financial strategy.
Oversee purchasing, accounts payable/receivable, cost recovery for billable services, and contract administration.
Supervise assigned staff and contribute to organizational leadership and professional development.