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Finance Director/Treasurer

The City of Rawlins is seeking a Finance Director/Treasurer to join our team. This is a full-time exempt position working under the direction of the Rawlins City Manager.

The Finance Director is responsible for managing the financial affairs of the City. They perform professional administrative, accounting, and financial reporting work as well as manage the day-to-day activities of the Finance Department. They work with staff and Council in development of the annual budget and monthly reporting. They manage the investment of funds, serve as City Treasurer, and implement city-wide internal controls.

Work involves a variety of professional technical duties related to controlling the financial reporting, budgeting, accounting and asset management functions of the city and its various departments as needed to assure the accuracy of the general accounting, cash management, revenue & expense forecasting, and utilities operations.

Why you should join our team!!

Organization:

The City of Rawlins operates under a council-manager form of government, which consists of seven Council members. Six members are elected by wards and one on an at-large basis. The Mayor serves as the leader of the Council and is selected every two years by the seated Council.

The organization of the City of Rawlins consists of seven major departments (Administration, Community Development, Finance, Fire, Police, Parks & Recreation and Public Works). The Finance department consists of the Finance Director, and Assistant Finance Director and three (3) clerks.

Community:

The City of Rawlins is located in south-central Wyoming along the I-80 corridor. According to the 2020 census, Rawlins population is 8,221. Rawlins prides itself on its friendly faces and small-town values. We have breathtaking landscapes and unparalleled outdoor recreation - If you love the great outdoors, Rawlins, Carbon County is the place to be. Carbon County is 7,897 square miles from the mountains to the deserts. We are known for our gorgeous mountains, scenic vistas, and pristine rivers and streams. Our wide-open spaces and low population make for some of the best recreational opportunities found. Rawlins has a charming atmosphere of small boutiques, first-class restaurants, casual eateries, and beautiful parks.

We have a strong and positive relationship with our community. We depend on one another, and we know our neighbors. We embrace traditional core values such as honesty, equality, kindness, compassion, treating people the way you want to be treated, and helping those in need. Rawlins has an excellent school system with small classroom sizes and excellent teachers. Our community boasts comprehensive health care and room for family growth.

We are looking for an individual who possesses:

• High level of Integrity - Show a consistent and uncompromising adherence to strong moral and ethical principles and values.
• Analytical Skills - Ability to analyze financial information and provide reports and guidance to staff, Council, and the public
• Leadership - Aptitude for teaching and motivating staff.
• Knowledge - Thorough understanding of accounting principles, financial forecasting, including relevant laws and regulations.

Benefits and Challenges:

Some reasons why you might love this job:

• Work with a FANTASTIC team where you can make a difference in your community!!
• Opportunity to participate in the City's health insurance where 100% of medical premiums are covered by the City of Rawlins
• Participation in the Wyoming Retirement System
• 11 paid holidays per year
• 80 hrs. of vacation and 120 hrs. of sick paid time off per year

A few challenges you may face:

• Remote - Wyoming is the least populated state in the US. This gives plenty of space to enjoy the outdoors.
• Evening meetings - The City Council meets every 1st and 3rd Tuesday each month. The Finance Director is often called upon to provide financial information to Council during these.

Job Duties:

This position is a member of the executive leadership team. They are involved in strategic planning and business plan development. As treasurer, they are critical in financial reporting and risk management functionality including monetary investment and control. Supervises the planning and maintenance of central accounting systems including pre-audit, posting of expenditures, accounting controls, fiscal and capital budget, investment program

For full job description and to apply please visit our website at https://www.rawlinswy.gov/ click on employment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Must possess a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field.

Experience: Five (5 ) years of related experience

Bondable

Preferred Qualifications:

CPA preferred

Contact/Application Information:

Applications will be accepted through the City of Rawlins at https://www.rawlinswy.gov/ click on employment. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

Open Until Filled.

For recruitment specific questions, please contact Human Resources at 307-328-4500 ext. 1012.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Rawlins is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other prohibited ground of discrimination.