Finance Director

The City of Puyallup is seeking a dynamic leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as our next Finance Director. The department provides administration of accounting and payroll services for the City, plans and implements the City’s budget, and oversees the utility billing function. Thirteen employees serve in this department. It is impactful to be part of Team Puyallup and provide meaningful work in support of public service and the well-being of our community. We value our culture of demonstrating excellence in our work, being service-focused, supporting collaboration, and having integrity in all that we do.

About the role

The City of Puyallup is a community of 43,000 situated at the foot of scenic Mount Rainier. Known as a regional commercial center, the city serves its residents and neighbors with a strong, diversified economy. Employees live in and support a community with excellent schools, amazing parks and recreational activities, and a vibrant downtown featuring a variety of restaurants and retail establishments.

Responsibilities

• Administer accounting and payroll services for the City
• Plan and implement the City’s budget
• Oversee the utility billing function
• Lead a team of thirteen employees

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, accounting, finance, or related field
• Five years of management experience in higher-level governmental accounting, budgeting, fiscal management, or related activities
• Combination of education, experience, and training that demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position may substitute for the above
• Must be bondable
• Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid Washington State driver's license

Qualifications

• CGFM (Certified Government Finance Manager), CPA (Certified Public Accountant), or master's degree in a related field preferred

Pay

$157,104 - $201,084 annually, depending upon qualifications.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package for employees and their families
• Participation in the State of Washington retirement program
• Optional voluntary deferred compensation
• VEBA participation
• Generous holiday and leave program