Finance Director

Finance Director

City of Golden, CO

First Review:
February 8, 2026

Salary Range:
Hiring range is $159,956 to $195,947 annually DOQ; full salary range up to $231,937.

Reporting to the City Manager, the Finance Director serves as the City Treasurer and is responsible for the management of the Finance Department staff in all accounting, financial reporting, treasury, revenue collecting, licensing, payroll, accounts payable, sales/use tax, utility billing, debt management, and risk management activities for the City of Golden. The Director also oversees the Fleet Department and leads a team of 16 FTEs with 2 direct reports: the Deputy Finance Director and Fleet Manager.

This is an excellent opportunity to join the City of Golden, an organization committed to working together to provide high levels of service to the community. Golden has a dedicated staff and progressive leadership that is changing the way people think about government for the better. The organization is innovative, flexible, values efficiency, accountability, hard work, and is committed to staff achieving an appropriate work‑life balance.

Employees enjoy talented coworkers, a supportive council, outstanding benefits, and feel they have a significant impact in their jobs. Golden is a beautiful and desirable community to work, live, and play, and its residents and businesses are deeply involved in decisions that impact various aspects of city life.

For questions on this position, please contact:
Bob Larson
GMP Consultants