Finance Director

The City of Greenwood Village welcomes your interest in the Finance Director position. The Finance Director provides strategic leadership and oversight of the City’s financial operations to ensure fiscal integrity, accountability, and transparency. This position directs and manages the Finance Department’s activities and staff, including accounting, budgeting, revenue management, investments, debt administration, and financial reporting. You will serve as a key advisor to City leadership on all financial matters and ensure that financial policies, practices, and systems support the City’s strategic and operational goals.

Job Title: Finance Director

Supervisor: Deputy City Manager

Salary Range: $147,680 – $ annually

Anticipated Hiring Range: $147,680 - $ annually, commensurate with experience.

This is a full-time/exempt position

Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance, disability coverage, retirement plans, employee assistance programs, paid training, education reimbursement, vacation accrual, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays.

Remote/Hybrid: Typical schedules are in-office Monday through Friday. Remote and flexible scheduling may be discussed upon hire and supervisor approval.

Relocation: This position is located in Greenwood Village, Colorado. Relocation assistance is not provided.

Nestled in the heart of the Denver Tech Center, Greenwood Village is a vibrant and welcoming community known for its beautiful parks, thriving businesses, and commitment to public service. With a population of just over 15,500, Greenwood Village offers the charm of a small town with the amenities of a dynamic urban center.

As a member of our team, you’ll join a forward-thinking municipality that values relationships, an ownership mindset, and integrity. We’re not just hiring for a position—we’re inviting you to become part of a community that cares.

As Finance Director, you will provide strategic leadership and oversight of the City’s financial operations to ensure fiscal integrity, accountability, and transparency. This position directs and manages the Finance Department’s activities and staff, including accounting, budgeting, revenue management, investments, debt administration, and financial reporting. You will serve as a key advisor to City leadership on all financial matters and ensure that financial policies, practices, and systems support the City’s strategic and operational goals.

• Provide strategic direction and management for all Finance Department operations, including accounting, payroll, budget, investments, and tax administration.
• Develop and implement financial policies, goals, objectives, and performance standards.
• Oversee preparation of financial statements, management reports, and analysis.
• Direct annual operating and capital budget development and long-range fiscal planning.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, GASB, and internal controls; oversee audit and ACFR preparation.
• Manage investment of City funds and monitor market trends.
• Oversee issuance and compliance of City debt obligations.
• Provide oversight of tax collection, auditing, and enforcement activities.
• Advise City leadership on financial impacts of policy decisions and economic trends.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Comprehensive knowledge of public finance, governmental accounting, and municipal budgeting.
• Strong leadership and management skills with ability to analyze programs and implement improvements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, public administration, business administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Six years of progressively responsible experience in finance and accounting, including three years in a supervisory role.
• Valid Colorado driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

Work is primarily performed in an office environment, sitting at a computer for extended periods. Occasional travel to meetings and trainings required.

• Work in a city that values community, service, and innovation.
• Be part of a supportive and…