The City of DeFuniak Springs, a Council-Manager form of government, is seeking applications for an experienced professional to serve as Finance Director. DeFuniak Springs is the county seat of Walton County located in the Florida Panhandle. Located between Pensacola and Tallahassee, nestled 30 miles North from some of Florida’s most beautiful beaches and rooted in a rich unique history, DeFuniak Springs is an ideal location to work and live.

This position is an executive level staff position providing highly responsible financial services support to the City. This position is responsible for the direction, planning and management of the financial operations of the City and advises and makes recommendations to the City on all fiscal policy matters necessary for the financial health of the City. This position is responsible for performing professional work in planning, organizing, staffing, controlling and administering all financial functions including fund accounting, budgeting, utility billing, payroll, customer service, reporting, investing, debt management, banking, fixed asset management, purchasing, internal support, external support, treasury management and pension plan management for the City. Must be bondable in an amount established by the City Council with such bond conditioned upon the faithful discharge of the duties of the finance director.

Qualification(s):

A Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, public finance, business administration or a closely related field from a four-year college or university, or eight (8) years’ experience in local government accounting, public finance or business administration or similarly related work may be substituted for a B.S. degree.

Must possess knowledge of State of Florida Uniform Accounting Codes and any other areas concerning governmental accounting, along with a working knowledge of utility services. Knowledge in the areas of budget preparation, budget administration, financial investments and financial computer software are essential. Must have knowledge of computer systems. Must have knowledge of local governmental utility services.

Preferred/Desirable Qualification(s):

A Certified Public Accountant (C.P.A) is preferred.

Special Requirement(s):

Must be bondable in the amount of $250,000.00 with such bond conditioned upon the faithful discharge of the duties of the finance director.

Applications and complete job description may be obtained by visiting the City’s website at www.defuniaksprings.net or City Hall, 1350 Baldwin Ave, DeFuniak Springs, Florida 32435. For more information, please contact the human resources department at 850-892-8500x1119.

The City of DeFuniak Springs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA Employer/Drug Free Workplace. The City provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, or service in the military.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $71,662.50 - $104,475.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person