FINANCE DEPARTMENT

The mission of the Department of Finance is to safeguard the city’s assets, provide comprehensive financial management and maintain the city’s fiscal strength. The Finance Department safeguards the City’s assets in accordance with New York State Law, City Charter Requirements and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Financial Accounting provides for the centralized fiscal and accounting controls of the City through its accounting, purchasing, liability, risk management and taxation.

DEPUTY FINANCE COMMISSIONER

The City of New Rochelle is seeking an experienced and qualified individual to serve as Deputy Commissioner of Finance. The position reports directly to the Finance Commissioner.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The position reports directly to the Finance Commissioner. Responsibilities include supervision and oversite of multiple areas within the Finance Department including internal audit, purchasing, tax collection, and risk management. Supervision is exercised over a number of professional staff members.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The successful candidate will have thorough knowledge and understanding of municipal finance and revenue collection, experience in public administration, effective communications skills, ability to organize and direct the activities of subordinates, and impeccable integrity.

ACCEPTABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

The position’s minimum qualification requirements are a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or Finance (Master Degree preferred) with at least 5 years’ experience in the Public Sector in a similar role. Experience with Tyler Technologies Munis financial software is preferred.

SALARY RANGE

$127,506 - $191,334

Resume and cover letter to: Michelle Oliveros, Interim HR Commissioner at CivilService@newrochelleny.com.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $127,506.00 - $191,334.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person
• Office

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Microsoft Excel: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• New Rochelle, NY 10801 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• New Rochelle, NY 10801: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person