Finance Manager in Telluride, Colorado at Town of Telluride

Department: Finance
Reports to: Finance Director
FLSA: Exempt
Grade:85
The application period for this position closes at 8:00am MT Wednesday July 15th, 2026.

SUMMARY: Under the general direction of the Finance Director, the Finance Manager performs advanced professional financial, accounting, budgeting, and administrative work to support the Town’s financial operations. This position assists with the development and monitoring of the annual budget, capital improvement program, financial forecasts, audits, and financial reporting. The Finance Manager oversees accounting functions including general ledger activity, payroll, accounts payable, billing, reconciliations, tax filings, and internal controls. This role also supervises assigned finance staff, supports compliance with applicable governmental accounting standards and regulations, and provides financial analysis, guidance, and recommendations to Town leadership, departments, staff, and external stakeholders.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Budgeting
Compile and assist in preparing the Town’s annual operating budget and capital improvement program, including revenue, and expenditure projections
Revise and edit budget documents and reports for accuracy and content
Perform studies and analyses; provide data for budget preparation
Assist in the preparation of multi-year financial forecasts for all budgeted funds

Finance
Assist with annual audits
Analyze, coordinate, and prepare financial data and reports
Assist with all financial control activities, including the review and analysis of monthly and quarterly numbers
Oversee posting and reconciliation of ledgers and accounts
Oversee payroll, accounts payable processing, and utility and other billings
Manage and comply with local, state, and government tax filings and reporting requirements
Continually monitor budget, revenues, expenditures and fund balance
Research and suggest updates and improvements for accounting systems, including payroll and invoicing
Confer with members of other departments regarding financial matters
Present reports, reviews and other financial information

Supervision
Interview, hire, plan, assign, and direct work of direct reports Accounting Tech I and II
Provide supervision and training to direct reports Accounting Tech I and II

Administration
Develop, implement, and monitor short- and long-term financial plans, revenue projections, and capital projects
Confirm accuracy in general accounting, payroll, and related systems
Oversee reconciliation of Town bank accounts to the general ledger monthly
Prepare, analyze and reconcile complex financial transactions
Reconcile assigned accounts
Verify accounts payable, receivable, and utility billing
Prepare monthly and annual financial reports
Audit payroll deductions, earning registers, and all related reports for accuracy; verify employee salary and leave information
Assist with implementation and compliance of Town’s financial policies & procedures, and internal controls
Maintain technical job knowledge, completes continuing education and stays current on governmental accounting policies
Research and respond to inquiries from the public and staff
Other tasks and special projects as assigned

Safety
Work safely to prevent accidents and report unsafe working conditions

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Education/Experience/Licenses/Certifications):
Bachelor’s degree in economics, accounting, or a related field required; five (5) years of relevant experience in accounting or public finance and 2 (two) years of supervisory experience, or any equivalent training, education, or experience required; Certified Public Accountant or Certified Public Finance Officer preferred, or ability to obtain within two (2) years.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Knowledge of: principles and practices of governmental accounting, public finance administration and budgeting; auditing; reconciliation; federal and state regulations and guidelines as they pertain to municipal finance; municipal taxation; revenue management internal control procedures and management information system; computerized financial applications;

Skill in: effective oral and written communication; performing difficult, professional, and technical accounting and financial work; preparing and analyzing complex financial reports; reconciling accounts, records, reports, and journals; computer applications including word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications; organizing and administering a comprehensive financial management and reporting program; strong analytical and forecasting skills; supervising staff.

Environmental Factors:
Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment and in and around the Town’s buildings and facilities.

Physical Factors:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to sit for extended periods of time; may occasionally be required to lift and/or move items weighing up to 20 pounds.