The Town of Windsor introduces a great opportunity to become the town’s Assistant Finance Director. Connecticut’s first town is strategically located on the beautiful Farmington and Connecticut Rivers between Hartford and Springfield, Massachusetts. Windsor is approximately 100 miles south of Boston and 100 miles north of New York City. The Town of Windsor is an organization made up of diverse individuals who are enthusiastic, creative, competent and trustworthy. We support and practice participatory management built on a foundation of an open exchange of information, shared decision-making and personal responsibility. We are committed to fulfilling our mission through use of best practices and quality service. The organization nurtures an environment that encourages risk-taking to foster creativity and continuous improvement.
The Assistant Director of Finance will assist the Finance Director in overseeing the operations the Finance and Accounting Division with 6 personnel and a 2007-08 general fund operating budget of $90,122,930 and will serve as Director in her absence. The Assistant Director supervises the Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Payroll staff. Responsibilities include day to day management of the accounting, budget and payroll functions. The Assistant originates financial reports and statements and audits financial transactions. Other responsibilities may include the design of records systems, interpretation of financial data, managing payment of all town obligations, and managing relationships with auditors, investment and banking officials. The Assistant Director will assist in coordinating the annual budget process.
The Town of Windsor uses the MUNIS, Municipal Financial Management System, software. The town has an AA+ rating from Standard and Poor’s.
CANDIDATE PROFILE: The town is seeking candidates with broad experience in the operations of a municipal finance department. Candidates should share and demonstrate our organizational values of integrity, innovation, passion, partnership and responsiveness. Candidates should have a reputation for attention to detail, accuracy and timeliness, as well as an ability to explain complex financial information clearly to non-financial people. The new Assistant Director should be a self-starter, with an ability to lead department personnel effectively and be committed to delivering quality service. Good oral and written communications skills are a must.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: The position requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field and at least 5 years of experience in governmental accounting, auditing including experience with fund accounting, one year must be in a supervisory capacity or, any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the demonstrated ability to perform the duties of the position. A CPA or CGFO is preferred. Experience preparing the CAFR will be a plus.
The starting salary will be up to $75,000 DOQ, with up to a 5% increase 6 months after hire. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, as well as town pension plan. To apply, complete an application online and submit your resume and cover letter by 5:00 p.m., May 19, 2008 or mail in to:
Human Resources Dept.
Town of Windsor
275 Broad St.
Windsor, CT
06095.
The Town of Windsor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce!
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