BismarckNDGov · 1 week ago
Financial Director
Bismarck, ND
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$150K/yr - $175K/yr
7+ years expBismarckNDGov is seeking a Finance Director who will serve as the Chief Financial Officer and financial advisor to the Finance Commissioner and City Commission. The role involves overseeing Fiscal Services and Special Assessments, leading the budgeting process, and developing long-term financial strategies for the city.
Government Administration
Hiring Manager
Kaitlyn Duncan
Responsibilities
Lead the citywide annual budgeting and planning process in collaboration with senior staff
Establish the department budget and authorizes expenditures; prepare recommendations for budget amendments
Develop and implement long-term financial strategies for organizational sustanability
Monitor financial progress and recommend proactive strategies to optimize performance
Develop and analyze financial reports, including budget forecasts, trend assessments, and liquidity analysis
Ensure compliance with the City’s budget ordinance, generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), local ordinances, city policy directives, and applicable state and federal laws
Review and approve city contracts
Prepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
Oversee the procurement process, policies, ordinances, and procedure
Perform other related duties
Qualification
Required
Requires a bachelor's or master's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, economics, or closely related field
Requires seven years of professional financial management with responsibility for human, fiscal, and material resources
Valid North Dakota driver's license required (or ability to obtain)
Detailed-Oriented: Meticulous and consistent in matters of confidentiality, accuracy, and attention to detail
Strategic Thinker: Analyze complex information, solve problems, and identify effective solutions
Professional: High degree of integrity, professionalism, and awareness of others' needs
Communicator: Command of written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present financial information to diverse audiences
Organized: Prioritize and meet deadlines, while remaining flexible and nimble
Collaborative: Skilled at working independently and as part of a diverse team, adapting communication styles as needed
Project Manager: Capable of planning and coordinating 'short and long-range projects' to improve financial systems
Tech-Savvy: Proficient with computers, business software, and financial systems
Preferred
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is preferred
Public Sector accounting or finance experience is preferred
Company
BismarckNDGov
Bismarck is a safe and growing community with great schools, a stable economy, and a vibrant mix of people who care about their growing city.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase