Superintendent of Finance

DESCRIPTION

The Superintendent of Finance serves as the District’s senior financial officer and is responsible for the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of all financial, budgetary, and statutory financial operations of the District. The position provides strategic financial leadership; ensures compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations; and safeguards public funds through sound internal controls, oversight, and reporting. The Superintendent of Finance is accountable for producing timely, complete, and accurate financial information for executive leadership, the Board of Commissioners, auditors, regulatory agencies, and the public.

The position reports directly to the Executive Director and is a member of the Administration Leadership team.

• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible managerial and administrative experience in governmental finance, accounting, or fiscal administration (e.g., Business Manager, Controller, Accounting Manager, Superintendent of Finance, or related position). Experience in a similar position at a park district, municipality, or governmental agency is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in fund accounting, Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) . Experience in required in purchasing and procurement compliance, investments, cash management and banking relationships, budget preparation and administration, preparation of appropriation and tax levy ordinances as well as other financial statutory requirements, and coordination of annual external audits.

• Proven ability to produce accurate, timely, and verifiable financial work products with minimal executive intervention.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, risk management, and fiduciary responsibility.
• Ability to anticipate financial risks and compliance requirements and address them proactively.
• Demonstrated supervisory and leadership skills, including delegation, staff development, and accountability.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, including the ability to clearly explain complex financial information to non-financial audiences.
• Ability to work effectively and professionally with staff, executive leadership, auditors, vendors, and the Board of Commissioners.
• High degree of professional judgment, discretion, and attention to detail.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field is required. Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, or related field preferred. Designation as a certified public accountant (CPA) is preferred. Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP) or Certified Park and Recreation Executive (CPRE) preferred. Must obtain and maintain CPR/AED and First Aid certifications within 6 months of hire.
  
  Must possess a valid Illinois Driver’s License, Class
  
  D.

• Establish, maintain, and oversee agency accounting, reporting, and financial control systems pursuant to GASB, GAAP, and applicable laws.
• Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of all financial records, reports, ordinances, and statutory filings.
• Serve as primary liaison to external auditors and coordinate the annual audit process.
• Perform or oversee internal review and audit functions to ensure compliance, accuracy, and adherence to internal controls.
  
  Manage all banking relationships, cash flow, investments, and debt-related activities in accordance with Board policy and state law.
• Safeguard District assets through sound cash management and investment practices.
• Direct and manage the Park District’s annual operating and capital budget from development through adoption and ongoing monitoring.
• Prepare and oversee all budget, appropriation, and levy-related documentation and ordinances.
• Conduct long-range financial forecasting and support the District’s multi-year capital improvement planning.
• Provide regular financial trend analysis, projections, and risk assessments to the Executive Director.
• Oversee the purchasing and procurement…