Director of Finance

The City of Urbana is seeking qualified applicants for the full-time position of Director of Finance. This leadership role oversees all financial operations of the City, ensuring professionalism, legal compliance, and excellence in public service. Starting salary is $115,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. This position reports to the Mayor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborates with the Mayor, City Council, Clerk of Council, City Departments, the Law Department, and other local, state, and federal agencies.
• Ensures all Finance Department functions are carried out in a professional, legal, efficient, and customer-friendly manner.
• Leads staff by promoting continuous improvement, professional development, and excellence in public service.
• Performs duties set forth in Section 4.03 of the Urbana City Charter including:

o Collection of taxes, assessments, and other funds.

o Disbursement of City funds as authorized.

o Oversight of accounting systems and records across all departments.

o Investment of available funds in compliance with City Code and applicable laws.

o Serving as fiscal advisor to the Mayor and Council.

o Preparation of financial reports and assistance with annual budget and revenue projections.

• Ensures timely submission of appropriation documents and budgetary information to City Council and other required entities.
• Manages and supervises Finance Department staff, including training, workload planning, evaluation, and performance management.
• Oversees ambulance fee collections, income tax administration, utility billing, business licensing, and Oak Dale Cemetery financial operations.
• Serves as Clerk of the Board of Control (purchasing authority)
• Ensures proper internal control procedures and compliance with federal, state, and local financial regulations.
• Directs the preparation of financial reports including the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), state and federal reports, payroll, and tax filings.
• Manages the City's centralized financial information systems.
• Provides financial analysis to support collective bargaining, compensation planning, staffing decisions, and liability monitoring (including workers’ compensation).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or a closely related field.
• Preferably at least five (5) years of progressively responsible municipal finance experience.
• A Master’s degree and/or CPA certification are preferred.
• Strong leadership, analytical, communication, and organizational skills are essential.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Successful background check and pre-employment drug screening.

HOW TO APPLY:

Submit a City application, resume, and letter of interest to Human Resources, 225 S. Main St., Urbana, OH 43078 or via email to hr@ci.urbana.oh.us

Job description and application available at available at www.urbanaohio.com/job-opportunities.html or by calling (937) 652-4313.

First review begins May 16, 2025. Position open until filled.