DEPUTY FINANCE DIRECTOR

Salary: $105,314.00 - $136,909.00 Annually Location : Brookfield, WI Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 2026-16 Department: FINANCE Opening Date: 03/04/2026 Closing Date: 3/29/2026 12:00 PM Central Description SUMMARY: The Deputy Finance Director is responsible for coordination of various aspects of financial and treasury operations of the City, including revenue collection, investment functions, budget, debt management, and risk management. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Under overall direction from the Finance Director, coordinates annual operating and capital budget process with City departments, including sewer and water utilities. Analyzes financial limits, sets deadlines, and makes appropriate financial recommendations. Assists with identification and application of strategic initiatives of the City to the budget process. Responsible for creating a budget that demonstrates excellence in both financial and policy guidance. Provides budget management and financial analysis support to departments, Mayor, and Common Council. Coordinates periodic review of fees for various City services and functions. Assists Director with oversight of financial reporting, including annual financial and related audits. Assists Director with preparation of long-term financial forecasts for elected officials and staff. Under overall direction from the Finance Director, assists in the issuance of long-term debt for financing capital projects, including coordination with financial advisors. Prepares City financial information and statistics for inclusion in the official statement for annual debt issues. Assists in implementing projects under the bond issuance provisions in conjunction with applicable bond rules and regulations, and monitoring of arbitrage compliance. Primarily responsible for annual property tax billing and settlement process. Promotes Finance Division vision and overall goals and objectives of the City to all departmental staff. Provides overall management of the Division by assisting with the supervision of Finance and Accounting operations. Assists with analysis of general administrative processes, including suggestions for improvement. Assists Finance Director in providing staff support to the Finance Committee, including presentations regarding budget and other issues as assigned. Manages processes for collection of taxes, utilities, licenses, permits, fines and fees and provides policy oversight for revenue collection activities for all City departments. Oversees property tax collection process, including tax billing and settlement. Supervises activities of the revenue collection staff, including preparation of annual performance evaluations as required. Oversees citywide delinquent bill collection function, including receivables placed with collection agents and recovery of insufficient funds checks. Oversees electronic revenue collection and disbursement processes. Manages reconciliation of ambulance billing records, room occupancy taxes, dog license fees, and cell-tower lease revenue. Oversees daily cash reconciliation and bank deposit preparation. Conducts cash audits throughout City departments handling cash. Supervises staff in maintenance of vehicle titles and vehicle log. Analyzes ongoing cash position to ensure that funds are available for disbursement or maximization of temporary investments. Under overall direction from the Finance Director, manages investment portfolio as per City investment policy, including communication with brokers and financial institutions, evaluation of portfolio maturity dates with expenditure needs, and analysis of investment options, interest rates and yields. Prepares cash flow forecasts. Prepares periodic investment reports for Finance Committee and Common Council. Assists with annual GASB 40 investment reporting. Oversees annual review of bank/broker relationships in compliance with investment policy. Manages City's risk management program under the overall direction of the Director of Finance. Manages liability and property damage claims within guidelines established by City ordinance and policy. Coordinates annual property/casualty insurance program renewal process. Prepares Risk Management budget for review. Coordinates insurance changes for City vehicles. Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Typical Qualifications THE REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance. At least eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience including accounting; budgeting; tax, treasury or banking, and investment functions; and financial reporting/analysis, preferably in the public sector. At least five (5) years of supervisory experience. CPA and/or GFOA certification preferred. Equivalent combinations of training and experience will be considered. Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, Supplemental Insurance, Pension, Retiree Health Savings Program, Deferred Compensation, Flexible Spending Accounts, Vacation, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, Workers' Compensation Supplement, Bereavement Leave, and Jury Duty Leave. Many benefits require a financial contribution by employees.

Created: 2026-03-10