Finance Director

Date Posted: Monday, October 5, 2026 Department: Finance Department Compensation: $97,930 - $130,795 Hours: Full Time Deadline: Monday, October 19, 2026 at 12:00 PM Position Objectives: Performs highly responsible administrative and professional financial work in directing all activities of the Finance Department. Work involves responsibility for planning, organizing and supervising the activities of collecting, disbursing and accounting of taxes, general and special revenues and assets and expenditures. Work includes financial planning, budget preparation, financial reporting, control and custody, and investment of funds. Supervision is exercised over technical and clerical subordinates, and work is performed under the general direction of the City Administrator and is reviewed through regular conferences and reports. Duties And Responsibilities: An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential duties: (These examples do not include all of the duties which the employee may be expected to perform.) Plan and direct the overall financial administration of the City.Prepare the City budget and coordinate all budget meetings.Responsible for preparing quarterly financial statements to City Council.Act as an Officer to various Boards and Authority. Manage the annual audit process as required by State Statute and coordinate all accounting and financial control functions.Oversee investment of funds by the City Treasurer.Supervise collection and distribution of taxes.Maintain accounting system and data processing application and supervise related activities.Direct the accounting processes for specially financed projects.Oversee maintenance and adequacy of fiscal records.Prepare all schedules and be available during annual audit. Attend City Council meetings and applicable conferences.Perform special project activities as directed.Perform related work as required. Minimum Requirements: All of the following functions, qualifications, knowledge, skills, abilities (KSA’s) and duties are essential. An employee in this class, upon appointment, should have the equivalent of the following. Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of public finance administration.Thorough knowledge of relevant City, State and Federal laws.Ability to advise effectively on budget and fiscal policies.Ability to develop sound fiscal systems and procedures.Ability to plan, assign and direct work of technical and clerical subordinates.Ability to establish and maintain good public relations.Skill in the design and preparation of financial reports and information.Ability to work effectively with creating reports.Ability to effectively accomplish goals and meet deadlines.Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, business or public administration from an accredited College or University of recognized standing. Minimum five years of experience in finance administration or accounting with management experience in the public sector preferred. Benefits: Medical & Prescription coverage – Low deductible plan with current employee contribution only $25 per biweekly paycheck!Vision, Dental, Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance – Employer paid!MERS Retirement with employer contributionPaid Vacation, Sick & Personal Leave (Note: Benefit information according to current NonUnion Benefit Guide) To apply for this position, applicants must complete the online employment application AND send a copy of your resume to apply@nortonshores.org More Information: Questions? Contact Jeanine in Human Resources at (231) 798-4391 ext.1356 or via email at apply@nortonshores.org Online Application NonUnion Benefit Guide FINANCE.DIRECTOR.pdf Finance Director Duties And Responsibilities: An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential duties: (These examples do not include all of the duties which the employee may be expected to perform.) Plan and direct the overall financial administration of the City.Prepare the City budget and coordinate all budget meetings.Responsible for preparing quarterly financial statements to City Council.Act as an Officer to various Boards and Authority. Manage the annual audit process as required by State Statute and coordinate all accounting and financial control functions.Oversee investment of funds by the City Treasurer.Supervise collection and distribution of taxes.Maintain accounting system and data processing application and supervise related activities.Direct the accounting processes for specially financed projects.Oversee maintenance and adequacy of fiscal records.Prepare all schedules and be available during annual audit. Attend City Council meetings and applicable conferences.Perform special project activities as directed.Perform related work as required. Minimum Requirements: All of the following functions, qualifications, knowledge, skills, abilities (KSA’s) and duties are essential. An employee in this class, upon appointment, should have the equivalent of the following. Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of public finance administration.Thorough knowledge of relevant City, State and Federal laws.Ability to advise effectively on budget and fiscal policies.Ability to develop sound fiscal systems and procedures.Ability to plan, assign and direct work of technical and clerical subordinates.Ability to establish and maintain good public relations.Skill in the design and preparation of financial reports and information.Ability to work effectively with creating reports.Ability to effectively accomplish goals and meet deadlines.Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, business or public administration from an accredited College or University of recognized standing. Minimum five years of experience in finance administration or accounting with management experience in the public sector preferred. Benefits: Medical & Prescription coverage – Low deductible plan with current employee contribution only $25 per biweekly paycheck!Vision, Dental, Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance – Employer paid!MERS Retirement with employer contributionPaid Vacation, Sick & Personal Leave (Note: Benefit information according to current NonUnion Benefit Guide) To apply for this position, applicants must complete the online employment application AND send a copy of your resume to apply@nortonshores.org More Information: Questions? Contact Jeanine in Human Resources at (231) 798-4391 ext.1356 or via email at apply@nortonshores.org Online Application NonUnion Benefit Guide FINANCE.DIRECTOR.pdf