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International City/County Management Association (ICMA) Veterans · 2 hours ago

Director of Finance

DeSoto, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$160K/yr - $180K/yr

5+ years exp

The International City/County Management Association (ICMA) is seeking a Director of Finance for the City of DeSoto, TX. This role is responsible for overseeing all operations of the Financial Services Department, providing strategic leadership to ensure financial stability and compliance while implementing innovative municipal finance practices.

Government Administration

Responsibilities

Plans and directs department activities by establishing priorities and programs; coordinating project meetings; analyzing and recommending staff and resource levels; and monitoring department operations, staffing, and productivity levels

Managing all staffing functions by developing and recommending staffing levels; directing and participating in recruitment activities; initiating, monitoring, and evaluating performance; coaching and counseling; establishing and reviewing training activities; and initiating disciplinary proceedings

Directs departmental financial processes by developing and recommending budget and program costs; responding to financial inquiries; interpreting directives; and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws

Ensures operation efficiency by configuring and managing resources; participating in strategic planning, technology planning, and results coordination; reviewing and managing responses; and research and recommending new processes and technologies

Leads the implementation of standardized financial forecasting and develops priority-based budgeting strategies to guide fiscal planning for the upcoming year and future budget cycles

Develops and maintains relationships with departments, customers, elected officials, and outside agencies by participating in meetings and serving on committees; preparing and presenting information in internal and external settings; negotiating agreements; reviewing contracts; and responding to complaints and inquiries

Qualification

Municipal financeGovernmental accountingStrategic budgetingCertified Public AccountantFinancial forecastingPublic speakingTechnological proficiencyCommunication skillsLeadershipOrganizational skills