Deputy Director of Finance

We are currently recruiting for qualified applicants for Deputy Director of Finance. Come and see why the City of Golden is the place you want to be!

Why work at the City of Golden? Being a Golden employee is more than just a job, it's a lifestyle. Golden is a vibrant outdoor community making it a great place to live, work and play. 

• Location, location, location – Work near great restaurants and shops, hit the trails, and enjoy the outdoor scenery of Clear Creek and the foothills. Convenient commuting from all directions.

• Paid time off – Paid vacation starts at 16 days (that's over 3 weeks!), plus 12 days of sick time and 12 paid holidays each year.

• Great benefits – The City matches up to 8% of your retirement contributions, plus offers a full-spectrum of benefits and perks, including tuition reimbursement (check it out)!

The Deputy Director of Finance assists the Director of Finance in managing core financial operations of the City of Golden. This includes oversight of accounting, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, audit, and budget functions. The role emphasizes leadership in fostering a collaborative and innovative workplace culture, ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining robust internal controls, and supporting city-wide fiscal responsibility. The Deputy Director directly supervises 5.0 FTEs and serves as the acting Finance Director in their absence. 

• Provides ongoing direction, consultation, and review of assigned staff within the Finance Department and assists Director of Finance with all Department staff to ensure coordinated staff direction and program accountability.
• Develops and refines departmental procedures to ensure operational efficiency and compliance with applicable laws. 
• Regularly reviews financial and operational reports, ensuring alignment with City Charter, state, and federal laws. 
• Meets on a regular basis with all directly assigned staff personnel to establish objectives and to evaluate the need for revision or adjustment of program activities in order to meet those objectives.
• Collaborates with the Director of Finance to maintain and improve the City’s financial accounting systems. 
• In coordination with the Director of Finance, leads initiatives to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). 
• Assists the Director of Finance with preparation of the City's annual budget.
• Supports strategic financial planning, including revenue projections and budget preparation. 
• Monitors and analyzes financial reports that reflect the City's monthly financial position in such areas as cash flow, debt management, and revenue trending.
• Assists the Director of Finance with coordination and preparation of the City's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), Single Audit, and Schedule of Financial Awards (SEFA) including coordinating with City’s external auditors 
• Assists in the treasury management of the City which includes managing the City’s investment portfolio and ensuring compliance with the City Charter and state laws. 
• Facilitates payroll operations to ensure accuracy and timeliness, reviewing reports regularly. 
• Identifies and resolves operational issues, designing policies and internal controls to safeguard City assets. 
• Foster a collaborative and innovative workplace culture that supports the City’s strategic goals.
• Serve as Acting Director of Finance during the Director’s absence.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned. This description is not a comprehensive list of all responsibilities.  Work assignments and responsibilities are subject to change.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES 
Supervises 5.0 FTEs. Responsibilities include hiring recommendations, training and mentorship, assigning and directing work, conducting performance evaluations, and fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and professional excellence.Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, accounting degree strongly preferred. Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in government finance or accounting, seven years or more preferred. At least three years of supervisory experience is strongly encouraged. A master’s degree in accounting or closely related field preferred. 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• CPA, CPFO, or equivalent certification preferred. If not currently possessed, obtaining a CPA within five years of employment, or CPFO certification within three years of employment, is required.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial documents, technical journals, and legal regulations. Ability to effectively communicate financial information to various audiences, including staff, City Council, and the public. Proficiency in preparing reports, correspondence, and presentations with clarity and precision.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Strong proficiency in accounting principles, financial analysis, and budgetary calculations. Ability to apply concepts such as percentages, ratios, and statistical analyses to real-world scenarios. Competence in reconciling accounts and ensuring accuracy in financial reporting.

REASONING ABILITY
Ability to identify, analyze, and solve complex financial and operational problems. Capability to evaluate diverse information, draw conclusions, and make sound decisions. Skill in interpreting and applying policies, procedures, and regulations to practical situations.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• In-depth knowledge of government accounting principles, practices, and standards (GASB, GAAP).
• Demonstrates adaptability to emerging technologies and trends in financial management.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Proficiency in MS Office and financial software systems (experience with Tyler Incode, OpenGov, and UKG preferred).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to present financial information effectively. 
• Strong leadership and team-building capabilities.

MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED
General office equipment including laptop, financial software systems, multi-line telephone, copiers, scanners, and analytical tools and calculators for financial analysis.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Primarily an office environment with potential for hybrid work arrangements. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and typical of an office setting. May require occasional evening or weekend work to attend City Council or community meetings. 

Salary : $128,346 - $157,223