Deputy Director of Financial Control

Deputy Director of Financial Control

Are you an experienced Accounting Manager, Finance Manager, Assistant Controller, or Senior Accountant looking for an opportunity to take the next step into leadership? Do you enjoy financial oversight, budgeting, compliance, financial reporting, and team development while making a meaningful impact within the community?

A mission-driven public-sector organization in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Deputy Director of Financial Control to join its leadership team. This full-time position offers a salary range of $70,000-$85,000, depending on experience, along with strong benefits, long-term stability, and the opportunity to contribute to projects that directly impact the Buffalo community.

This Deputy Director of Financial Control role serves as a key member of the finance leadership team and is ideal for candidates currently working as an Accounting Manager, Finance Manager, Senior Accountant, Assistant Controller, Budget Manager, or Financial Reporting professional who are ready to expand their leadership responsibilities.

The Deputy Director of Financial Control will support budgeting, financial reporting, compliance, audit activities, cash management, reconciliations, and operational oversight while helping supervise and develop accounting staff. This position plays a critical role in maintaining strong financial controls, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting the financial health of the organization.

This is a 100% in-office position in Buffalo, NY.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the oversight of daily financial and administrative operations
• Support budget preparation, projections, forecasting, and financial analysis activities
• Review financial transactions, reports, and supporting documentation to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and policies
• Assist with maintaining and managing funds, chart of accounts, and budgetary controls
• Participate in financial audits, including preparation of financial statements, schedules, and supporting documentation
• Perform and oversee reconciliations of financial systems, applications, and accounts
• Support cash management, budget reporting, and cost control activities
• Assist with developing and improving financial systems, policies, and procedures
• Provide leadership and supervision to finance and accounting staff
• Collaborate with internal departments and external partners to resolve financial discrepancies and support audit requirements
• Serve as a representative of the finance department and provide leadership support when senior leadership is unavailable

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and two (2) years of accounting experience required
OR
• Associate's Degree in Accounting and four (4) years of accounting experience required
  OR
• Equivalent combination of education and accounting experience
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, budgeting, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Experience supporting audits and financial compliance activities
• Supervisory or team leadership experience preferred
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office applications

Candidates currently working in positions such as Accounting Manager, Assistant Controller, Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting Manager, Budget Manager, Finance Manager, or Government Accounting professional are encouraged to apply.

Additional Requirements

• Candidates who currently reside in the City of Buffalo or have a desire to relocate to the City of Buffalo are strongly encouraged to apply

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $70,000-$85,000, depending on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off and holidays
• Stable public-sector employment environment
• Opportunity for leadership growth and professional development
• Meaningful work supporting community and economic development initiatives

Schedule & Location

• Full-time position
• Monday-Friday
• 40-hour work week
• 100% in-office in Buffalo, NY
• Must live in or establish residency within the City of Buffalo

The advertised pay range represents what we believe at the time of…