Description
The Finance Administrator serves as the chief financial administrator for the City of Rusk and, with input from the City Manager, is responsible for planning, directing, and managing all financial operations of the City. This position ensures the integrity, transparency, and accountability of the City’s financial systems, including budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, debt management, auditing, payroll, purchasing, and investment activities.
The Finance Administrator provides professional financial guidance to the City Manager, Mayor, City Council, and department heads to ensure sound fiscal management in compliance with applicable federal and state laws, generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements, and City policies.
Requirements
Education (Preferred but not required)
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, or related field. Verifiable years of experience may be considered if not degreed.
Experience
- Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, finance, or governmental financial management preferred.
- Municipal government finance experience preferred.
Certifications (Preferred but not required)
- Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO)
- Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) training
