The Village of Lemont, Illinois (estimated population 17,000) seeks a Finance Director to manage the operations of the Finance Department. This is a new position within the Village, replacing the position of Village Treasurer who is retiring after 20 years of service with the Village. Lemont’s 2011 budget for all funds will exceed $21 million dollars. The Finance Director reports directly to the Village Administrator and provides the organizational direction of the Finance Department. The Village has approximately 67 full-time employees of which 3 are employed in the Finance Department.
The Village of Lemont is a dynamic, historic community known for its great neighborhoods, quality housing and active community. The Village is a southwest suburb located primarily in Cook County with portions in DuPage and Will Counties, approximately 25 miles from downtown Chicago.
The Finance Director, in addition to providing a high level of administrative and strategic support to the Village Administrator, is responsible for managing the operations of the Finance Department that includes payroll, accounts payable, accounting control, financial software administration, assisting the Administration Department in budget preparation, structuring debt financing, annual financial report coordination, investments & revenue and purchasing. The Finance Director is responsible for financial coordination with the Police, Planning & Economic Development, Building and Public Works Departments as well as independent and “partner agencies” with which the Village has financial relationships.
Qualified candidates must possess a minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible financial experience in a municipal organization, including at least three (3) years at a supervisory level in a community of comparable size or as an assistant in a larger municipal organization. Qualified candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a degree or major course work in finance/accounting or a closely related field. An MBA, MPA and/or CPA are highly desirable.
Successful candidates must be able to demonstrate a high degree of professionalism, uncompromising ethics, and a sincere commitment to the Village's financial standing and operational efficiency. The Finance Director is a key member of the senior management team and will be expected to develop strong working relationships with elected and appointed officials, as well as the civic and business community, and rating agencies.
The salary for this position will be commensurate with experience. Excellent benefit package provided.
Applications and/or a cover letter and resume, three professional work-related references and salary history should be directed to George Schafer, Assistant Village Administrator, Village of Lemont, 418 Main Street, Lemont, IL 60439; Telephone: (630) 243-2709; Fax: (630) 243-0968;
. Interested applicants should submit requested information by Friday August 20, 2010 at noon.
The Village of Lemont is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
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