Chief Financial Officer

Overview The historic Town of Concord, Massachusetts (17,688) is seeking qualified candidates for Chief Financial Officer who is passionate about progressive professional municipal management, serving this historic and engaged community and being part of a committed municipal organization. Concord is seeking a knowledgeable, and talented leader with excellent communication and community engagement skills, to ensure the long-term financial and operational health and success of the municipal enterprise, with fiduciary and statutory responsibility over all financial assets, interprets and administers federal, state and local laws, regulations and policies relevant to municipal financial management. This leader manages the services and staff of the Treasury, Collections, Accounting, Assessing, Town Clerk, Retirement and Budget and Purchasing operations. Concord has a five-member Select Board-Town Manager form of government, with Open Town Meeting as the legislative body. The town government offers a full array of services including education, libraries, police and fire protection, public works, solid waste and recycling services, water and sewer services including a secondary treatment facility, parks and recreation, a community center, a swim and exercise facility, land conservation and open space, and municipal electric services through the Concord Municipal Light Plant. The Concord Housing Authority provide low-income and elderly housing. Concord holds a Aaa bond rating from Moody’s Investor Services and for the last twelve years received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association. The Town’s complete spending plan for FY24 is approximately $132 million. Details regarding the Town’s finances are contained within the FY24 General Fund Budget Book and the FY24 Enterprise Fund Budget Book. The efforts of the members of the Concord municipal organization are appreciated by the citizens of the Town who regularly provide positive feedback in a Town Government Survey about their satisfaction with municipal services and the utilization of their tax dollars. These results reflect the confidence of the residents in their local government and establish a standard that the municipal organization seeks to maintain or improve. Responsibilities Provide collaborative, forward thinking and responsive leadership in the planning, analysis, development, implementation and maintenance of the Town’s financial management programs and services in accordance with the directives of the Town Manager and the mission and strategic priorities of the Town. Advise the Town Manager, Finance Committee, and town department heads regarding financial strategies, plans, and management. Provide administrative direction and coordination for all operational areas of the department. Promote alignment of department and divisional goals with those of the Town Manager and Select Board; review, evaluate, and monitor service delivery methods and systems; keep Town Manager informed of department activities; regularly meet with management staff to coordinate and provide input into services; disseminate and ensure the execution of Town-wide management plans, strategies, initiatives, values, policies, procedures, and standards of behavior. Analyze financial and economic data and trends; analyze changes in federal, state, and local laws and regulations that have an economic impact on the town; prepare recommendations and reports for the Town Manager, the Select Board, the Finance Committee, and for financial management strategies, plans, policies, and actions. Oversee the administration of all revenue and collection operations of the town for taxes, fees, and other revenue generated from town services, grants, etc.; oversee investment management for town general funds and trust funds; oversee debt management policy and administration, including work with bond counsel and credit rating services; design maturity schedules for long-term bonds and prepare offering statements. Oversee the development and preparation of the Town Manager’s budget recommendations, including the general fund, enterprise funds and capital improvement programs; participate in presenting, defending and resolving final budget plans; monitor implementation and compliance with adopted budgets; serve as liaison to the Finance Committee. As delegated by the Town Manager, oversee purchasing, procurement, and contracting functions performed by all departments reporting to the Town Manager, including authorization of purchase orders and contracts up to limits assigned. Serve as Treasurer of the Concord Retirement Board, responsible for investment management and for overseeing program administration through the Town Accountant and related staff. Serve as Treasurer of town trust funds; maintain liaison with investment advisors and report to fund trustees; manage and account for all receipts and disbursements of trust funds. Appoint as Parking Clerk; administer the parking and fine collection system; appoint Hearing Officer. Oversee town-wide payroll administration and all federal/state tax and earnings reporting. Coordinate all Town and School group insurance matters; work with brokers, insurers, consultants, legal counsel and Town staff to ensure that the Town’s group benefit plans are well managed. Provide administrative support for the Finance Committee; regularly attend evening meetings before various public boards and committees including Finance Committee, Select Board, town meetings, etc. Act as liaison between the Town Manager and designated town boards/committees; regularly facilitate communications and may act as Town Manager when the Town Manager is absent. Perform special projects and other related duties as requested; maintain regular attendance and punctuality. Supervisory Responsibility Directly supervises five division heads, the Treasury Assistant, Retirement Administrator and Finance Assistant, and provides functional oversight in accordance with policies and laws. Responsibilities include interviewing and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; implementing succession plans; addressing complaints; and advising the Town Manager on hiring and discipline decisions. Education & Experience Master’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or related field, plus at least ten years of progressively responsible experience in municipal government finances and municipal operations, including supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Expert knowledge of municipal finance management and related laws, bylaw, rules, and regulations. Proficiency with computer applications for accounting and financial management and ability to maintain complex financial record keeping systems. Ability to analyze and interpret financial data and present findings clearly. Ability to establish town-wide priorities and collaborate to achieve them. Strong organizational, planning, decision-making, and supervisory skills; ability to develop and implement departmental goals and objectives. Attention to detail, ability to prioritize multiple tasks, and manage interruptions under time pressure; ability to analyze complex issues and develop recommendations. Working Conditions & Physical Demands External and internal applicants must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Normal office environment with potential interruptions; limited off-site travel; attend meetings and seminars. Operates standard office equipment and may require occasional physical tasks as described. Additional Information The Town of Concord, MA is an EEO Employer. We value diversity and welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change by the employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-21