Roeland Park a mature first-tier Kansas City suburb of 6,800 with an annual budget of $12 million is seeking candidates for a full time Finance Director/Assistant City Administrator position. The position is a key member of the city’s management team reporting to the City Administrator. Position serves as the chief financial officer for the City overseeing accounting, budgeting, debt service, investing and financial reporting activities. Must have considerable knowledge of governmental accounting and the ability to work independently.

The position supervises two direct reports and provides professional leadership to staff, elected officials, and assigned committees as well as providing professional policy development, community engagement/education and project management services. The person must have excellent oral and written communication skills as well as exceptional interpersonal skills. A bachelor’s degree in accounting, planning, public administration, or related field with a minimum of five years combined experience in accounting, finance, community development or public administration required with at least three years of progressively responsible supervisor/manager experience.

The City offers a rewarding work environment, excellent benefits, and competitive salary (pay range, $81,101k-$116,707k DOQ/E).

Email cover letter resume with salary history and 3 professional references to: Kelley Nielsen knielsen@roelandpark.org reference Finance Director/Assistant City Administrator in subject. Open until filled. View job description and community information at www.roelandpark.net. Contact Keith Moody, City Administrator at 913-722-2600 for further information. EOE/ADA