The City of Peoria is seeking an experienced and seasoned leader who instills trust and confidence. The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a team player who provides City leadership with thoughtful, accurate and timely information and recommendations.

The successful candidate is a problem-solver who sees the big picture, identifies creative solutions and demonstrates sound judgement and decision-making skills. The CFO manages multiple projects and deadlines, is detail-oriented, technically savvy, and demonstrates political acumen.

The CFO will be responsible for direction and oversight of all municipal finance and budget functions to ensure a fiscally sound organization which meets or exceeds all ethical and legal requirements and generally accepted financial practices and principles. The CFO is responsible for meeting financial statutory requirements and the oversight of the municipal budget, maintenance of the general ledger, purchasing, payroll, bank reconciliations, finance related ordinances and resolutions, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, debt management, and the investment/disbursement of funds.

The CFO fully appreciates Peoria’s rich history and is focused on moving the organization forward to its fullest potential. This individual understands the importance of preserving the community’s culture and identity and recognizes the importance of balancing Peoria’s varied perspectives in order to accomplish the City Council’s priorities.

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