Position Overview
Description
Our client is seeking an experienced finance leader to oversee municipal accounting operations and support sound fiscal decision-making for their team. This contract to hire opportunity is ideal for someone who can guide budgeting, reporting, compliance, and daily financial activities while partnering closely with leadership. The role offers the chance to strengthen financial processes, supervise accounting support staff, and help ensure accurate, transparent stewardship of public funds.
Responsibilities:
• Lead the planning, development, and oversight of annual budgets, forecasts, and ongoing financial performance tracking across city functions.
• Prepare and distribute regular financial statements, revenue summaries, expenditure reports, and other fiscal analyses to support informed departmental and executive decisions.
• Manage core accounting activities, including general ledger reconciliation, month-end close processes, acc...