Must Be A Certified Municipal Finance Officer To Apply

A major New Jersey municipality is seeking an experienced Director of Finance to lead all aspects of municipal financial management, including budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, debt administration, and internal controls.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: 160k+Negotiable
Pension eligibility after one year
Medical, prescription, and dental coverage
Optional vision, life, disability, and legal plans
15 municipal holidays
Vacation and sick leave

Minimum Qualifications

A current NJ Municipal Finance Officer (MFO) certification (Required)
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Public/Business Administration.
Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience in accounting, budgeting, auditing, or financial analysis
Strong knowledge of governmental budgeting, financial reporting, and internal controls

Key Responsibilities

Direct preparation and administration of the municipal budget
Oversee annual financial statements, audits, and regulatory reporting
Manage debt statements, bond issuances, and fund disbursement
Develop and implement financial policies and accounting procedures

Pay: From $160,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

Do you have at least five years of supervisory experience in accounting, budgeting, auditing, or financial analysis?
What is your highest level of education?
Do you currently hold a New Jersey Certified Municipal Finance Officer (CMFO)?
Do you have direct finance leadership experience within a municipality, county, school district, or other public-sector organization??

License/Certification:

Certified Municipal Finance Officer certification (Required)

Ability to Commute:

New Jersey (Required)

Work Location: In person

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