Deputy Director of Finance | Village of Glendale Heights

The Village of Glendale Heights, Illinois has a great opportunity for a motivated and qualified applicant for the position of Deputy Director of Finance.  The Deputy Director of Finance works under the general direction of the Finance Director and the broad policy guidance of the Village President and Board of Trustees.  This position also exercises general supervision over assigned staff.

The Deputy Director of Finance performs a variety of complex supervisory, professional, administrative and technical accounting and finance functions in maintaining the fiscal records and systems of the Village and applying analytical skills to assist in special projects and initiatives.  This is accomplished by overseeing financial audits, assisting in the preparation of the annual budget, supervising day-to-day operations, managing the financial system, maintaining the internal control environment, assisting in special projects, and preparing and filing various reports and schedules.

Graduation from a four-year college or university with major course work in accounting, finance, business or related field; and

• Five years experience in financial administraton, including supervisory experience; MPA/MBA or CPA are desirable; or
• Combination of education and experience;
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage projects, and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders;
• Experience using Munis Financial Software a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $109,241 to $152,921 commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Benefits - The Village offers a competitive benefit package, including Blue Cross HMO or PPO medical, dental and life insurance, membership in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF), optional 457 deferred compensation plan, and a comprehensive package of paid time off package.  A full benefit summary is available upon request.
• The Village strongly supports professional development and provides for attendance and conferences, trainings and professional certifications.

All job offers and conditional upon the satisfactory outcome of pre-employment drug testing and a complete background check.  Employees are required to have their permanent residency withing a 15-mile radius of the Village, unless approved by the Village Administrator.