Finance Director

Finance Director – City of Elgin

The Finance Department provides strategic financial oversight for the City of Elgin, including accounting, budgeting, purchasing, grant management, treasury, and utility billing functions.

Reporting to the City Manager, the new Finance Director will:

• Oversee the City’s audit process and ensure compliance with GAAP and GASB standards.
• Oversee the utility billing function and city-wide revenue collections.
• Develop financial strategies that support long-term planning and infrastructure investment.
• Serve as a hands-on, working director who leads by example, provides clear direction, and ensures accountability across financial operations.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, public administration, or a related field.
• At least eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in financial management with at least two (2) years in local government.
• Demonstrated experience managing staff and overseeing core financial functions including budgeting, audits, and reporting.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in finance, accounting, public administration, or related field.
• Professional certifications such as CPA, Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO), or Certified Public Manager (CPM).
• Experience working in a high-growth or rapidly changing municipal environment.
• Familiarity with capital improvement planning and utility billing systems.
• Proficiency with Tyler Technologies (Incode 10) or similar ERP software.