27 July, 2018
The Town of Hopkinton is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (Finance Director)
The Chief Financial Officer (Finance Director), under the direction of the Town Manager, directs all of the financial planning and accounting practices; serves as the financial advisor to the Town Manager and the Town regarding financial forecasting strategies, plans and management and serves as a member of the senior management team. The CFO Supports the Town’s financial planning and analysis efforts; oversees cash flow, cash management, working capital and town audits; prepares financial statements and reports and ensures legal compliance on all financial functions.
The incumbent is responsible for providing administrative direction of the Finance Department, Accounting, Purchasing, Revenue Collection, Investments and Debt Service, Assessing and Treasury. This role formulates all financial policies, plans, and procedures for the Town to ensure accuracy, accountability, and efficiency of all municipal and departmental finances. The CFO acts as an ex-officio member to the Appropriations Committee per the Town Charter and reports to the Town Manager on a frequent basis on all financial matters. This role interprets and administers federal, state and local laws, and regulations and policies relevant to municipal financial management.
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must meet the following to be considered qualified for this position:
Education, Training and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field; Master’s Degree in Accounting, Financial Management Preferred; Ten (10+) years of progressively responsible experience in accounting or financial management, must have municipal experience in an administrative or management position in which the major duties involved budgeting, financial analysis, cost control or accounting. Five (5+) years of experience in a supervisory capacity. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Government Accountant (CGA) Preferred, Certified Government Management Accountant Preferred.
Required Licensing/Certification: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Government Accountant (CGA) Preferred, Certified Government Management Accountant Preferred.
See Attached Position Description for further detail.
Salary: Negotiable depending on qualifications.
Internal and External Applicants: To be considered for either of this position, please submit the required Application for Employment to hr@hopkintonma.gov no later than 4:30 pm, Thursday, August 16, 2018. While the preferred method of application is through e-mail or online, applications will also be accepted via walk-in or mail Town Hall, Human Resources Department, 18 Main Street, Hopkinton, MA 01748. The Town of Hopkinton is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity.
