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Finance Director
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City of Newton
Posted August 15, 2021
Employment Type Full-time, Exempt
Compensation $72,058 - $81,091
Company City of Newton
Location 1000 Commonwealth Ave, HR Dept., Room 101
Newton, MA 02459
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WELCOME

The City of Newton, Massachusetts is currently seeking qualified and interested candidates to join our team of dedicated public servants!

Dear future team member,

I am very pleased that you have decided to visit the City of Newton Recruitment Page provided to us through our Applicant Tracking System and partners at Hyrell. Provided below are details about the City of Newton, both as a community and as an employer, as well as details relating to the position which you have shown an interest in.

I recognize and respect the amount of time you are about to invest by applying for an open position with the City of Newton. If you complete this job application, you will be kept informed via email (and text messages, if you opt in) throughout the evaluation process. By continuing with this job application, you will be asked to answer job-specific questions. Upon receipt of your responses, we will evaluate your submission. If you are selected for a personal interview, you will receive an email or text with scheduling instructions.

The City of Newton places a high value on diversity, equity and inclusion, and on ensuring that our employees are representative of the multi-cultural community we serve.  Therefore, we strongly encourage applications from all walks of life, and education and experience levels, to considering applying with us.

We hope that you will find our online job application and process applicant friendly and we look forward to considering your candidacy for one of the great roles we have available with the City of Newton.

Sincerely,

Michelle Pizzi O’Brien, M.P.A.
Director of Human Resources

COMPANY DESCRIPTION
JOB DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the Commissioner of Public Works, manages the Business Office operations and staff for the Department of Public Works. Oversees and maintains the departmental budget across all divisions.  
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Manages all financial operations for the department.
  • Responsible for managing the operating budget, state funding, grant budgets, and capital budgets.
  • Supervises all department finance staff including: Accounts Payable, Utility Billing, and Payroll.
  • Approves and authorizes all procurement, payables, payroll, and financial activity for the department.
  • Work closely with operations management to track and oversee operating/project budgets and to ensure sound business practices department-wide.
  • Conduct sensitivity analysis, revenue forecasting, and rate restructuring of three enterprise funds.
  • Performs budget and account information analysis for the Commissioner, Comptroller, and Mayor’s Office.
  • Manages the preparation, administration, and renewal of various miscellaneous grants from the state and federal agencies.
  • Reports on the financial status of large capital projects by the department.
  • Develop financial models, conduct benchmarking and performance analysis.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned by the Commissioner of Public Works.
QUALIFICATIONS
  • A strong desire to overcome challenges, mentor others, and create innovative processes.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Management, or related field. MBA preferred.
  • A minimum of 5 years supervisory, business operations, and financial experience. Must possess excellent public relations and communications skills, both verbal and written.
  • Advanced abilities with Microsoft Excel. A skills test may be administered during the interview process. Experience with Munis a plus.
  • Strong Presentation and Communication skills.
BENEFITS
  • City Retirement (Mandatory)
  • 457 Deferred Compensation plans
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Health insurance
  • Metro Credit Union
  • Tuition Reimbursement