City of Hendersonville Hiring for Finance Director at Hendersonville, TN Full Time

We are currently accepting application materials for the Finance Director.

For more information and an application, please visit our website at: https://www.hvilletn.org/Home/Components/JobPosts/Job/153/219

JOB SUMMARY

This position directs the activities of the Finance Department, including managing the City’s financial activities and overseeing Risk Management functions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assigns, directs, supervises, evaluates, and disciplines personnel; coordinates daily work activities.
• Plans, organizes, and manages the City’s finances, including investments, cash management, revenues, disbursements, budget management, cost controls, general accounting, financial accounting and reporting, or other financial activities; oversees Risk Management functions.
• Interprets, explains, applies, and ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations.
• Consults with Mayor, Aldermen, city officials and others to review department operations.
• Serves as the City Recorder as appointed by the Board of Mayor and Alderman.
• Provides financial and technical expertise to city departments and city personnel.
• Attends meetings, serves on committees, and makes speeches and presentations.
• Develops and implements long and short-term plans, goals and objectives; develops and implements policies and procedures; recommends financial and debt policies.
• Develops and submits budgets for the department and the City; implements and monitors approved budget.
• Reviews monthly financials; reviews cash flow status, revenue collections, and check disbursements; oversees the capital asset accounting system and GASB34 requirements.
• Oversees and coordinates internal and external audits; resolves accounting, audit, and reporting issues with outside agencies and auditors.
• Meets with HR Director regarding human resources problems and issues; reviews all worker’s compensation claims; reviews insurance requirements and liabilities.
• Meets with bond counsel and financial advisor during bond negotiations.
• Signs, authorizes, and approves all cash and check disbursements for the city.
• Assists auditor in preparation of the comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR)
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY:

This position has direct supervision over the Assistant Finance Director and is responsible for the management of the department.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a similar field.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in governmental accounting and finance.
• The following designations are preferred: Certified Municipal Finance Officer (CMFO); or Certified Government Finance Manager (CGFM); or Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO); or a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• If CPA only, must have five (5) years of government experience with at least three (3) of those years in the State of Tennessee.
• Ability to be bonded.
• Ability to utilize computer applications.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

Candidate selected must obtain one of the above designations within two (2) years of appointment per Tennessee State Law and must comply with any continuing educational requirements to maintain designation.

DEADLINE TO APPLY

This recruitment is open until filled.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $111,351.90 – $169,435.08 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

Schedule:

Education:

Experience:

• Governmental accounting: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: One location