Job Title: Director of Finance

Job Description:

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General Statement of Duties

The Director of Finance is primarily responsible for the administration of the financial functions of the Town providing financial management services for the Town of Plymouth and Plymouth Water Pollution Control Authority and collaborates with Finance and Administration of Plymouth Board of Education. The Director of Finance serves as a key advisor to the Mayor on Town-wide financial strategy and planning and as a direct liaison to the Board of Finance. Provides leadership, vision, and direction in developing both long and short-term financial policies, procedures, and plans that support the Town’s financial goals and strategies. This position oversees department staff and directs the oversight of accounting systems, financial records, support systems and internal controls of the Town to ensure that accurate and timely data is provided as needed to all departments, offices, boards and commissions, or external agencies. Builds and maintains positive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders such as elected officials, community leaders, and residents.

Works under the direction of the Mayor with responsibility to the Board of Finance.

Typical Duties

Assumes overall administration of the Town municipal systems of budgeting, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, retirement plans, insurance and risk management, fixed asset recording, capital and debt planning and management, internal and external audits, preparation of bids, bonding, investment management and purchasing/vendor management. Provides financial controls for all Town departments collecting revenue. Prepares financial statements and reports and maintains oversight of accounts. Ensures financial reporting compliance and directs annual year-end audit.

Required Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university in Business Administration, Accounting, Public Finance or some closely related field, and five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in financial management, including three (3) years in a supervisory capacity or any equivalent combination of education and municipal experience. A master’s degree in accounting, Business Administration or CPA designation may be substituted for two (2) years of practical experience. Experience in municipal financial management is strongly preferred. Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) certification through GFOA of CT preferred. GAAP and GASB fund accounting experienced. The Director of Finance is required to exercise considerable independent judgment in performing the duties of this position for all areas under their direction and control. Valid motor vehicle operator’s license. Must be eligible for bonding in accordance with Connecticut State Statutes.

Physical Requirements

The Director of Finance performs work in a professional office environment. Routine use of standard office equipment is required, and the noise level is typically quiet. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. In the course of duties, the employee regularly stands, sits, walks, speaks and hears and occasionally reaches and bends.

The applicant will be required to successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and applicable background, financial and criminal investigation.

Work Schedule and Benefits

This is a full-time, exempt forty (40) hour position with a flexible schedule. This position occasionally requires long hours beyond the regular schedule including evening Board and Commission meetings and other evening work as job duties demand. This position is eligible for full benefits which currently includes health/dental/vision/life insurance, 457b defined contribution retirement plan with match, and generous paid time off.

This information is intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed in this position and must not be construed to be a complete inventory of the position’s duties, responsibilities, and qualifications or as an employment contract.

Qualified applicants should submit a resume, three letters of professional reference and an application to the Town of Plymouth, Attn: Human Resources, 80 Main St, Terryville, CT 06076 or via email at caroline@twinlakesconsulting.org. 

The Town of Plymouth is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time