Deputy Chief Financial Officer

Description We are looking for a dedicated Deputy Chief Financial Officer to join our team in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This leadership role will focus on overseeing financial operations and supporting the Chief Financial Officer in guiding fiscal strategies across various departments. The ideal candidate will excel in managing financial reviews, directing fiscal policies, and ensuring compliance with government regulations to enhance organizational efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and mentor assigned personnel, including hiring, training, delegating tasks, and evaluating performance.
• Provide executive direction to department leaders in areas such as payroll, income tax, financial planning, budgeting, and purchasing.
• Collaborate with the Chief Financial Officer to review and approve departmental goals, budgets, and program priorities.
• Conduct in-depth financial analyses and independent reviews of complex business processes to support city-wide fiscal objectives.
• Research and prepare comprehensive reports on fiscal topics, offering policy recommendations based on findings.
• Assist in labor negotiations by providing financial forecasts, analytics, and evaluations of contract proposals.
• Represent the Chief Financial Officer during meetings and events in their absence.
• Coordinate city operations with external agencies, private organizations, and community groups to align financial strategies.
• Oversee the preparation and monitoring of the Fiscal Services budget to ensure resource allocation aligns with organizational goals.
• Drive the implementation and improvement of enterprise reporting and planning systems to enhance operational efficiency. Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in finance, business, accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in local government finance, including areas such as pensions, healthcare, and financial forecasting.
• Strong knowledge of governmental accounting principles, auditing, and financial reporting standards.
• Familiarity with federal, state, and local regulations related to public sector financial operations.
• Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills to build and maintain effective relationships.
• Ability to perform detailed financial analyses and develop strategic plans.
• Proficiency in modern office systems and financial software.
• Proven experience in supervising teams and managing complex financial projects.

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