Finance Director

Job Title: Finance Director
Department: Finance
Immediate Supervisor: Mayor

City of Avon Lake is seeking a full-time Finance Director. Position is open until filled. 

Position Summary  

The Finance Director serves as the chief fiscal officer and contract administrator who oversees the management of financial records/accounts and contract administration program for the City; maintains an accurate accounting of all taxes, assessments, monies due, receipts and disbursements made by the Municipality and Municipal Utilities; maintains a record of all appropriations and transfers of funds made by Council; reviews and approves payroll, bills, and other claims upon the Municipality and Municipal Utilities; advises the Mayor and Council in the preparation of estimates, budgets, and appropriations; serves as a liaison with the Utilities Department in the reconciliation of bank statements; is responsible for the initiation of processes including investment of public funds, debt issuance , annual audits, and annual comprehensive financial reports (ACFR) within fund balances approved by Council.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance administration, including courses in public administration, business administration, or economics; ten years of satisfactory administrative accounting experience, including five years of experience in government accounting. 

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES:

  • Valid Ohio Driver’s License or ID.
  • Annual CPIM (Center for Public Investments) certification as required by Treasurer of State of Ohio.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION:

  • State of Ohio CPA License.

SALARY & BENEFITS:

  • $54.32 to $80.72 hourly, or $112,985.60 to $167,897.60 annually
  • Applicable benefits provided to full-time non-bargaining employees, as declared in Codified Ordinance Chapter 260

Resumes and applications should be sent to Lynn Kernya, Human Resources Director, City of Avon Lake, 150 Avon Belden Road, Avon Lake OH 44012.

The City of Avon Lake is an Equal Opportunity Employer.