LAKE HAMILTON – Finance Director Town of Lake Hamilton

This position provides a dynamic leader with a passion for financial principles and government accounting, along with a strong commitment to public service. This position, reporting directly to the Town Administrator, will have the responsibility of administering and directing the Town’s financial management, overseeing the annual budget preparation and five-year capital improvement plan, internal audit, treasury and debt management, procurement services, utility billing services, grant management and reporting, business planning and feasibility analysis, project management, strategic planning and HR management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Administers and directs accounting functions, including financial reporting, purchasing, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, grants accounting, fixed assets, bank reconciliation, and the required reporting functions as applicable for governmental agencies.
• Administers and directs treasury and debt management, utility billing, including billing functions, customer service, posting customer payments, and collecting and recording all cash receipts.
• Evaluates proposals containing incentives to help broaden the Town’s tax base, generate, or attract new capital, to increase business activity, produce employment, and diversify the Town’s economic base.
• Supervises and directs internal auditing functions, including establishing an annual internal auditing program fully coordinated with all external auditing processes, as applicable to governmental agencies.
• Manages and directs the business case and feasibility analysis functions, including project idea generation, make versus buy analysis, and return on investment analysis.
• Responsible for overseeing HR management and departmental operations to ensure alignment and with organizational policies and procedures, serve as a liaison between Town Directors and staff to maintain compliance with HR laws and regulations.
• Oversees required citizen participation and serves as staff liaison to several boards/committees, as assigned by the Town Administrator. Coordinates and makes presentations at public hearings, including Town Council meetings.
• Assigns, supervises, and coordinates tasks and work program activities for professional, technical, and clerical staff; provides policy direction and manages work processes and schedules.
• Demonstrate a track record of understanding and respecting the practices, customs, and values of people from different backgrounds, perspectives, and cultures.
• Enthusiastic, self‑starting work approach.
• Responsive, proactive problem solver.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Conducts regular staff meetings and directs member training.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) principles.
• Knowledge of laws, ordinances, standards, and regulations pertaining to the essential duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of administering and directing a comprehensive fiscal and debt management program for a public or similar governmental institution, to include billing, cash management, investing, trim processes and governmental reporting requirements.
• Knowledge of external auditing/accounting, investment, cash management, internal controls, budgeting, and general ledger.
• Knowledge of how to initiate, build, and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with intra- and interdepartmental personnel, as well as any external entities with which the position interacts.
• Strong leadership and managerial skills to oversee the HR department.
• Develop and monitor overall HR strategies, systems, tactics, and procedures across the organization.
• Ensure all HR activities adhere to legal guidelines.
• Manage employees’ grievances.
• Knowledge of modern management and practices.
• Knowledge of computer systems pertaining to accounting and financial management.
• Knowledge of budgeting and financial reporting systems.
• Knowledge of procurement policies and procedures.
• Skill in the use of PCs for analysis and report development.
• Ability to lead and motivate a small department.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to analyze financial data and discern underlying management problems.
• Ability to use a PC in a network group.
• Handle stress effectively without it interfering with performance.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in finance, Public Administration, or Business Administration.
• Four (4) years of experience in local government with two (2) years in a supervisory role.
• Government Finance Officer or Certified Public Finance Manager is highly desired.
• HR management skills – Plus.
• Must be willing to learn and demonstrate a positive attitude.

Other Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must pass a physical examination and drug urinalysis test.
• Must not have been convicted of a felony.
• Must be able to work weekends and nights.
• Must be fluent in the English language; ability to communicate in Spanish is a plus.
• Must pass a background investigation in accordance with applicable laws and Town policies.

Licenses/Certifications: N/A

Physical Requirements: This position typically requires sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time, exerting up to 25 pounds of force on a recurring basis, and routine keyboard operations. The job requires normal visual acuity, and field of vision, hearing, speaking, color perception, sense of smell, depth perception, and texture perception. Ability to sit at a desk and view a display screen for extended periods of time.

Work Environment: Work is generally performed in an office environment with frequent interaction with executive leadership, department heads, elected officials, and external stakeholders. The role involves extensive computer and analytical work, attendance at meetings and public sessions, and managing multiple projects and deadlines. Occasional evening hours or travel may be required to support Council meetings, presentations, and professional obligations. Evening meetings or extended hours may occasionally be necessary to support departmental operations and public projects.

Comments: This position may be required to report for work when a declaration of emergency has been declared.

DISCLAIMER: The intent of this class description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that would be performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities required and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities required of employees assigned to this classification.

EEO/AA Compliance Statement: The Town of Lake Hamilton is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workforce. The Town does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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