Finance Director

Finance Director

Lead With Purpose. Serve a Coastal Community You’ll Love.

The City of Newport, Oregon is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Finance Director to guide the City’s financial operations and help support a vibrant, resilient, and engaged coastal community. Nestled along Oregon’s stunning central coast, Newport - proudly known as “The Friendliest” - is home to world-class marine science institutions, thriving tourism, a working waterfront, and diverse neighborhoods that value collaboration, sustainability, and exceptional public service.

This is an outstanding leadership opportunity for a public sector finance professional who values integrity, innovation, and meaningful public impact.

The City of Newport provides a comprehensive range of municipal services to more than 10,000 year-round residents and thousands of daily visitors-truly offering a full-service level of support to the community. City operations span police, fire, public works, engineering, community development, airport operations, parks and recreation, and library services.

The Finance Department plays a central role in ensuring these services are financially sustainable and accountable by overseeing:

• The City’s $135+ million annual budget
• Financial planning, forecasting, and long-term capital needs
• Utility billing and customer service
• Payroll and accounts payable/receivable
• Governance and oversight of City-sponsored retirement plans
• Treasury management and investments
• Audit coordination and ACFR compliance
• Procurement, purchasing, and financial policy development

With a dedicated team of eight professionals, including an Assistant Finance Director, the department provides the financial stewardship and transparency that enable Newport to deliver high-quality services to residents and visitors.

The Finance Director is a key member of the City’s executive leadership team and serves as the chief financial advisor to the City Manager, City Council, and department heads. This position oversees all financial operations, provides strategic guidance on policy and budget decisions, and ensures compliance with Oregon budget law, municipal code, public procurement requirements, and applicable accounting standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading preparation and administration of the City’s annual budget
• Managing financial reporting, audits, and internal controls
• Providing department head oversight of utility billing, payroll, and accounting functions
• Monitoring financial trends and advising on long-term fiscal strategy
• Leading and supporting a high-performing financial team, including the Assistant Finance Director and departmental staff
• Guiding continuous improvement within the Finance Department
• Supporting departments with financial analysis, forecasting, and grant compliance
• Ensuring transparency, accuracy, and accountability in all financial operations

The Finance Director collaborates closely across City departments and plays a central role in supporting capital planning, financial sustainability, and organizational excellence.

• A collaborative leadership team dedicated to continuous improvement
• An engaged and supportive City Council that works collaboratively with staff to advance community priorities and maintain strong financial governance
• A community that values public service, innovation, and transparency
• A strong organizational commitment to professional development
• An opportunity to make a visible and lasting impact on a coastal city with unique assets and challenges
• A high quality of life - oceanfront living, outdoor recreation, marine research, arts, culture, and a strong sense of community

The City offers short-term relocation…