Description
Are you a strategic municipal finance professional who can lead budgeting, financial planning, capital improvement programming, audit coordination, and organizational modernization efforts? If so, apply to be the City of Safford’s next Deputy Finance Officer!
We’re looking for an exceptional, collaborative leader who is:
Experienced in governmental accounting
Skilled in financial forecasting, capital planning, and process improvement
Adept at building strong relationships across departments while driving organizational excellence
Safford is a thriving rural community in Southeastern Arizona’s scenic Gila Valley, approximately 100 miles northeast of Tucson, and serves as the economic, governmental, and service hub for Graham County. The City of Safford operates under a Council-Manager form of government. The City Manager serves as the chief administrative officer and oversees a diverse organization that delivers essential municipal services throughout the community.
The new Deputy Finance Officer will report to the Finance Officer. The ideal candidate will be a well-rounded municipal finance professional with strong experience in budgeting, governmental accounting, auditing, financial reporting, and capital planning.
Required qualifications include:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a closely related field
Five years of professional management support experience, including at least two years in public administration or municipal government, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience with municipal budgeting, financial planning, accounting, auditing, and governmental operations
Strong knowledge of financial management systems, budgeting processes, and governmental regulations
Ability to communicate effectively with elected officials, staff, and the public
Preferred qualifications include:
Utility finance, rate analysis, and cost-of-service experience
Capital improvement planning and asset management experience
Experience leading financial modernization initiatives and system implementations
CPA, CPFO, or other relevant professional certification
The salary range for this position is $83,200 - $123,630, depending on experience and qualifications.
Please apply online at: https://www.governmentresource.com/recruitment/safford-az-deputy-finance-officer/
For more information on this position, contact:
Kevin Knutson, Senior Vice President, Executive Recruitment
727-754-0407
