City of Lake Forest Park
Finance Director
Job Description
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, however to be considered in the first round of application reviews please apply by July 8th, 2026.
The Finance Director is responsible for the overall leadership and management of the Finance & IT department including budgeting, financial planning, debt management, accounts payable and receivable, cash management, payroll, utility billing, business licensing and taxation, and information services; Manages assigned staff and assures that department activities and operations follow State and Federal regulations, and City policies and procedures. Attendance at evening City Council meetings is frequently required.
Work includes creating an environment of trust and ethical management of City resources by prioritizing the following:
The Finance Director is responsible for the overall leadership and management of the Finance & IT department including budgeting, financial planning, debt management, accounts payable and receivable, cash management, payroll, utility billing, business licensing and taxation, and information services; Manages assigned staff and assures that department activities and operations follow State and Federal regulations, and City policies and procedures. Attendance at evening City Council meetings is frequently required.
Work includes creating an environment of trust and ethical management of City resources by prioritizing the following:
- Stewarding community resources in such a way as to produce the best value for each tax dollar.
- Advising and recommending approach in delivering fiscally sound sol...