Finance Director
The City of Golden is seeking a Finance Director for this vibrant community of over 20,000 nestled in the foothills of the majestic Colorado Rocky Mountains 15 miles west of Denver. Golden is known for offering a high quality of life and an active outdoor lifestyle amid the stunning natural beauty of Jefferson County.
THE CITY OF GOLDEN
Golden is a full-service city serving a population of over 20,000 across 9 square miles with a team of 260 FTEs and a 2024 General Fund budget of $44 million and CIP of $40 million. Incorporated in 1871, the City of Golden operates under the Council-Manager form of government with a seven-member City Council. The City of Golden strives to be a regional leader, bringing new innovations to government. In May 2024, the City expanded a compressed workweek pilot program to many City departments and is evaluating its effectiveness.
THE FINANCE DIRECTOR
Reporting to the City Manager, the Finance Director serves as the City Treasurer and is responsible for management of Finance Department staff in all accounting, financial reporting, treasury, revenue collecting and licensing, payroll, accounts payable, sales/use tax, utility billing, debt management and risk management (property/casualty and general liability) activities for City of Golden. The Director is also responsible for the administrative services functions including Municipal Court and Fleet Management. The Director leads a team of 19 FTEs and has 3 direct reports: the Deputy Finance Director, Court Administrator, and Fleet Manager.
WHY APPLY
This is an excellent opportunity to join the City of Golden, an organization committed to working together to provide high levels of service to the community. The City of Golden has a dedicated staff and progressive leadership that is changing the way people think about government for the better. The organization is innovative, flexible, values efficiency, accountability, hard work, and is committed to staff achieving an appropriate work-life balance. Employees enjoy talented coworkers, a supportive Council, outstanding benefits and feel they have a significant impact in their jobs. Golden is a beautiful and desirable community to work, live, and play in and its residents and businesses are deeply involved in decisions that impact various aspects of city life.
THE CITY OF GOLDEN
Golden is a full-service city serving a population of over 20,000 across 9 square miles with a team of 260 FTEs and a 2024 General Fund budget of $44 million and CIP of $40 million. Incorporated in 1871, the City of Golden operates under the Council-Manager form of government with a seven-member City Council. The City of Golden strives to be a regional leader, bringing new innovations to government. In May 2024, the City expanded a compressed workweek pilot program to many City departments and is evaluating its effectiveness.
THE FINANCE DIRECTOR
Reporting to the City Manager, the Finance Director serves as the City Treasurer and is responsible for management of Finance Department staff in all accounting, financial reporting, treasury, revenue collecting and licensing, payroll, accounts payable, sales/use tax, utility billing, debt management and risk management (property/casualty and general liability) activities for City of Golden. The Director is also responsible for the administrative services functions including Municipal Court and Fleet Management. The Director leads a team of 19 FTEs and has 3 direct reports: the Deputy Finance Director, Court Administrator, and Fleet Manager.
WHY APPLY
This is an excellent opportunity to join the City of Golden, an organization committed to working together to provide high levels of service to the community. The City of Golden has a dedicated staff and progressive leadership that is changing the way people think about government for the better. The organization is innovative, flexible, values efficiency, accountability, hard work, and is committed to staff achieving an appropriate work-life balance. Employees enjoy talented coworkers, a supportive Council, outstanding benefits and feel they have a significant impact in their jobs. Golden is a beautiful and desirable community to work, live, and play in and its residents and businesses are deeply involved in decisions that impact various aspects of city life.
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