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Assistant Finance Director

Azle, TX · On-site

$114K - $123K/yr

As Assistant Finance Director, you will play a key leadership role in helping guide the City's financial operations while partnering across departments to support organizational goals, strategic ...

City of Pomona

Assistant Finance Director

Pomona, CA · On-site

$162K - $217K/yr

VACANCY City of Pomona Assistant Finance Director Apply for this key position and exciting career opportunity at Teri Black & Co. To open the job brochure, click here. Application & Selection Process ...

Kaysville City

Assistant Finance Director

Kaysville, UT · On-site

$40.52 - $54.70/hr

Assistant Finance Director Department: Administration Wage Range: $40.52 to $54.70 based on qualifications/experience FLSA Status: Non-Exempt / Full-time Open Date: 09/03/2026 Close Date: Open Until ...

Kaysville City

Assistant Finance Director

Kaysville, UT · On-site

$40.52 - $54.70/hr

Assistant Finance Director Department: Administration Wage Range: $40.52 to $54.70 based on qualifications/experience FLSA Status: Non-Exempt / Full-time Open Date: 09/03/2026 Close Date: Open Until ...

Kaysville City

Assistant Finance Director

Kaysville, UT · On-site

$40.52 - $54.70/hr

Assistant Finance Director Department: AdministrationWage Range: $40.52 to $54.70 based on qualifications/experienceFLSA Status: Non-Exempt / Full-timeOpen Date: 09/03/2026Close Date: Open Until ...

Lincoln County

Assistant Finance Director

Newport, OR · On-site

$90K - $122K/yr

Position Summary The Lincoln County Finance Department is looking for an Assistant Finance Director to join their team in supporting both those who work for the County as well as the greater ...

GFOAA

Assistant Finance Director

Pell City, AL · On-site

$55,286.40 - $96,449.60 The Assistant Finance Director position assists in planning, directing, and managing the activities and operations of the Finance Department. The position will provide highly ...

Tarc, Inc

Assistant Finance Director

Topeka, KS · On-site

The Assistant Finance Director position is responsible for performing accounting tasks in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles and within the limits of TARC policies. Position ...

Lincoln County, OR

Assistant Finance Director

Newport, OR · On-site

$90K - $122K/yr

Finance Opening Date: 05/19/2026 Position Summary The Lincoln County Finance Department is looking for an Assistant Finance Director to join their team in supporting both those who work for the ...

Cities, Inc.

Assistant Finance Director

Lake Park, FL · On-site

$88K - $142K/yr

Assistant Finance DirectorDepartment: Finance Pay Grade: 140 Salary Range: $88,995.28 to $142,392.46 per year FLSA Status: Exempt Full Time JOB SUMMARY Under the direct supervision of the Finance ...

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Assistant Finance Director

Shoreview, MN • On-site

Minnesota Government Finance Officers Association
Civic and Social Organizations • 11 - 50 employees
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$110K - $121K/yr

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Posted 25 days ago

Job description

Deadline: Open until filled. First consideration given to applications received by Tuesday, August 11, 2026.

Shoreview, Minnesota, a premier City in the north metro area of the twin cities seeks an experienced and talented financial professional for its next Assistant Finance Director. Shoreview has a workplace culture that encourages and values continuous improvement, employs leading best practices and fosters financial stability. Because of the City’s commitment to long-term financial planning and management, it has enjoyed a AAA bond rating and has received the GFOA’s Certificate of Excellence 40 times for our annual financial report.

The Assistant Finance Director will help lead the Finance Department and ensure compliance with City standards as well as Federal and State requirements.

DUTIES INCLUDE:
  • Strong knowledge and understanding of GAAP and accounting within the governmental sector
  • Coordinate and prepare audit workpapers, schedules and annual financial reports
  • Assist in the preparation of the City’s ACFR
  • Maintain City’s investment portfolio
  • Develop and refine accounting and internal control policies
  • Assist in the preparation of special assessments
  • Coordinate the preparation of all documents required for the issuance of the debt instruments
  • Provide assistance to the Finance Director and the City Manager during the budget process
  • Manage City's insurance and risk management program (property, casualty, workers’ comp)
  • Other duties and special projects as assigned

This list is not intended to include all essential job functions, but is representative of the typical job duties.

Note: This position requires regular and reliable attendance, the ability to concentrate and manage multiple priorities with frequent interruptions, strong written and verbal communication skills, strong customer service skills, and the ability to work well with others.

Skills Required:
  • Ability to effectively lead a team of financial professionals
  • Ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing
  • Ability to communicate complex financial policies and practices to City officials, staff and members of the public
  • Ability to define problems and analyze data to determine appropriate action to be taken
  • Ability to understand complex accounting systems and processes
  • Thorough knowledge of and ability to apply current municipal accounting practices and procedures
  • Knowledge of GAAP standards and GASB regulations
  • Knowledge of principles and procedures of public sector financial record keeping and reporting
  • Ability to interact with the public in a friendly, tactful manner
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
  • Ability to comprehend and communicate policies, practices and services of the Finance Department to fellow City employees and members
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance,or closely related field
  • Three years of increasingly responsible experience ingovernmentaccounting,governmentFinance, orgovernmentauditing
  • Two years supervisory experience
  • Two yearsofexperiencewithfinancial accountingsoftware, spreadsheetsand databases
  • Knowledge of GASB pronouncements
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel
Desired Qualifications:
  • Master’s degree in accounting, finance or closely related field
  • Additional government accounting experience
  • Additional supervisory experience
  • Experience with BS&A financial software
  • Experience with OpenGov budget Software
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
  • Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO)
  • Five years of fund accounting experience
Hours:

Typically 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday with occasional evening meetings.

Hiring salary range:

$110,302 - $121,617 annually DOQ, plus excellent benefits. This position is exempt from overtime pay. (2026 full salary range: $110,302 - $147,243)

Deadline: Open until filled. First consideration given to applications received by Tuesday, August 11, 2026.
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