GREENFIELD PLEASE SEE WEBSITE FOR FULL JOB DESCRIPTION Director of
Municipal Finance Responsible for administrative, supervisory, technical
and professional work in planning, organizing, directing, coordinating,
monitoring and supervising all the municipal financial management
operations for the City including the Treasurer/Collector, Accounting,
Procurement and Assessing Divisions; for development of financial
policies and practices as set forth in Charter Section 6-3 and the
General Laws; for maintenance of municipal accounting systems, for
financial reporting, for central procurement system; and for compliance
with all legal and contractual obligations; all other work as required
that is logical to the position. Education and Experience: Bachelor\'s
Degree from an accredited college or university in Public or Business
Administration, Finance, Accounting or closely related field; five (5)
years of progressively responsible experience in public or municipal
finance, three (3) years in a management capacity (experience may be
concurrent); strong public administration background highly desirable;
Master\'s degree preferred; or, a any combination of education and
experience that enables performance of all aspects of the position. Must
demonstrate track record of high level responsibility with supervisory
experience. Must demonstrate leadership skills in the context of formal
organizations. Knowledge, Ability and Skill: Strong leadership abilities
to communicate effectively and in a courteous manner; be able to work
cooperatively with peers, subordinates, committees, and the general
public. Ability to develop sound financial policies and practices;
ability to effectively motivate and supervise staff and department
managers. Knowledge and competency with Massachusetts Uniform Accounting
System (MAS), GASB and Division of Local Services reporting
requirements. Aptitude for numbers and details. Excellent organizational
skills.