Assistant Finance Director

Job Location:

Admin - Glenview, IL 60025

Position Type:
Full Time

Salary Range: $92,085.00 - $ Salary/year

The Glenview Park District is an independent local government agency that provides beautiful parks and outstanding recreational opportunities for the residents of Glenview, IL and beyond. Major facilities include a 170,000 sq. ft. community center, three aquatic centers, an 18-hole golf course with clubhouse and restaurant, a 9-hole golf course with platform tennis, a tennis club, an ice center, a 1920s dairy farm, an 1850s nature/history center, and newly renovated administrative offices.

The District has over 120 full-time employees, 350 year-round, part‑time employees, and another 500 summer/temporary employees.

• Assist with the overall management and operations of the Finance Department
• Act as the manager on duty in the absence of the Finance Director
• Serve as backup for the Senior Accountant and Accounts Payable positions
• Conduct internal audits of financial activity and practices
• Assist in the development, analysis and monitoring of the budget
• Assist with the coordination and data collections for the annual audit
• Manage Capital Assets process
• Oversee year‑end issuance of 1099 forms
• Perform financial analysis and prepare ad‑hoc reports
• Assist in developing financial strategies to meet the goals of the District

Qualified candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field (required). CPA highly desired. Will consider significant and material experience in lieu of formal education. At least five (5) years of relevant experience required, prior experience in managerial or governmental accounting strongly preferred. The best candidates will have significant knowledge of accounting practices, financial systems, internal controls and auditing, standard business practices, advanced skills in Excel and report writing, strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate complex financial information to a general audience.

This is a full‑time, salaried position. Hours are generally Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., plus additional evening and weekend work as required. The target hiring range is $92,085 to $115,000, depending on qualifications. Some flexibility with remote work and work hours. The full pay range is $92,085 to $133,523.

• Medical Coverage – PPO or HMO
• Dental Coverage
• Prescription Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Short‑and‑Long Term Disability (IMRF)
• Short‑Term Disability Supplemental (Aflac)
• Pension/Defined Benefit Plan (IMRF)
• 457 Plan/Defined Contribution Plan
• Paid Time Off & Paid Emergency Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Membership Dues Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Park District Facility Discounts and Usage Benefits

The Glenview Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.