GovHRUSA
Finance Director
A public agency in the greater Sacramento area is seeking an experienced Finance Director to provide strategic financial leadership and support long-term fiscal planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial sustainability initiatives.
This is an initial six-month contract assignment supporting MGT's client. Based on performance, organizational needs, and mutual interest, the selected candidate may have the opportunity to transition into a direct employment position with the agency.
Position Summary
The Finance Director will serve as a key advisor to agency leadership, supporting budget development, reserve planning, capital improvement planning, financial forecasting, and strategic decision-making. The successful candidate will prepare financial analyses, develop long-range forecasts, and present recommendations to leadership and the Board.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead budget development and financial forecasting.
- Analyze reserve policies and long-term financial sustainability.
- Support Capital Improvement Program (CIP) planning and funding strategies.
- Conduct revenue, expenditure, and financial impact analyses.
- Evaluate fees, rates, and cost recovery opportunities.
- Prepare Board reports, presentations, and budget documents.
- Support public-ready budget materials and financial presentations.
- Conduct financial feasibility studies and strategic analyses.
- Support audits, financial compliance, and best practices.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
- Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible financial management experience.
- Experience with local government, special districts, municipalities, or public agencies preferred.
- Strong financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and analytical skills.
- Familiarity with GFOA standards and ACFR reporting requirements preferred.
- MBA, MPA, or similar advanced credential preferred.
Compensation and Application Process
Pay for this position is $55-$65 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
Apply online with resume and cover letter to www.govhrusa.com. Position will remain open until filled.
Questions may be directed to Vivian Torres, Client Relations Manager, at vtorres@mgt.us.
Posted: 2026-07-02
To apply for this job please visit www.govhrusa.com.