Director of Municipal Finance

Director of Municipal Finance

The town of Weymouth is currently accepting applications for a Director of Municipal Finance. Working under the policy and management direction of the Mayor and Chief of Staff, the incumbent will plan, control and direct all aspects of the Finance Department, including the activities of the Office of Town Accountant, Office of Treasurer/Collector of Taxes and the Assessor’s Office and Procurement. Develops and recommends departmental policies, projects, and procedures; confers with division heads concerning ongoing and future projects. Oversees the preparation of the department’s operating budgets, which includes the budgets for the departments of the Town Accountant, Treasurer/Collector and Assessor. Advises both the Mayor and Chief of Staff on technical aspects of financial and fiscal operations. Responsible for working with the Chief Procurement Officer to ensure municipal procurement operations are in compliance with statutory requirements and local ordinances to procure all supplies, material and equipment for offices and agencies of the town.

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In order to be considered, the candidate must possess a bachelor of science degree in accounting, business administration, public administration or similar degree; seven to ten years progressively responsible experience in public or governmental finance, at least three of which are in a management capacity; strong public administration background highly desirable; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Master’s degree in public administration, finance or accounting is preferred.

The salary range for this position is $120,497.58 to $148,514.04 annually (DOQ)

Interested candidates should forward their resume along with a cover letter to Human Resources, Town of Weymouth, 111 Middle St., Weymouth, MA 02189 Attn: Human Resources.

The town of Weymouth is an EEO/AA employer.