CITY OF WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA
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The City of West Palm Beach (pop. 102,000) – with its sunny palm-lined streets, scenic waterfront views, quaint shopping districts, historic neighborhoods, and year-round outdoor festivals – is a slice of paradise whose hallmarks are elegance and luxurious comfort. West Palm Beach operates under the strong mayor form of government. The City has 1,700 employees and a total budget in excess of $350 million.
The Finance Director reports to the City Administrator. He/She works closely with the Mayor, City Commission, and City Administration. The Finance Director oversees the following functions: Accounting and Financial Reporting, Budgeting, Purchasing and Contract Administration., Payroll, Risk Management, Debt Management, Cash management and Investing, and Management Analysis. The Finance Department has 55 employees.
Bachelors Degree in Accounting, or a related field required. Masters in Business Administration, Accounting, or Public Administration highly desirable. CPA highly desirable. Minimum of 7 years of professional management experience in accounting or finance required. Governmental accounting experience is essential. The candidate must have a combination of management skills and strong technical skills.
Starting salary up to $140,000, DOQ. Outstanding benefits package.
Cover letter, resume, and salary history by April 20, 2007 to: Tom D. Freijo, Ph.D., Senior Vice President, The Mercer Group, Inc., Freijo@Mercerfl.com P.O. Box 9328, Winter Haven, Florida 33883. TEL: (863) 299-3571 FAX: (863) 299-6737. EOE. Applications in Florida become a matter of public record upon receipt.