Chief Financial Officer - Perth Amboy

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The city seeks an experienced and dedicated municipal finance professional to serve as its full-time Chief Financial Officer, following the upcoming retirement of our long-serving colleague who has built a strong foundation over the past 27 years. With a population of 56,994, an approximately $102 million municipal budget, and three utilities, the City offers an opportunity to lead a complex municipal finance operation.

Reporting to the Business Administrator, the CFO oversees and directs the City’s financial activities and develops and implements financial policies, plans, procedures, and internal controls. As custodian of public funds, the CFO ensures the accuracy, accountability, and efficiency of municipal and utility finances. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, preparation and administration of annual operating and capital budgets; preparation of the Annual Financial Statement and Annual Debt Statement;
Audit coordination, general ledger maintenance; bank reconciliations; cash and debt management; year-end revenue and expenditure reporting; grant and escrow accounting and reporting; oversight of payroll, petty cash, and change funds; drafting finance-related ordinances and resolutions; overseeing accounts payable/receivable; supervision of finance staff; assistance with special projects; and compliance with applicable New Jersey laws and Department of Community Affairs (DCA) and Division of Local Government Services (DLGS) requirements and directives.

Candidates must also have experience managing State, Federal, and New Jersey Infrastructure Bank (I-Bank) funding streams.

• Current New Jersey Certified Municipal Finance Officer (CMFO) certification.
• At least five years of supervisory experience in a New Jersey municipal finance office.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, or business.
• Proficiency in Edmunds Financial Software and Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, vendors, elected officials, and the public.

Attendance and participation at budget meetings required, with attendance at Council meetings as needed. CTC, QPA certification a plus. Experience with Self-Insured Insurance Plans a plus.

The City offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and an excellent benefits package. Salary range: $128,597 - $160,746.

Equal Opportunity Employer.