Finance Director at Islamorada, Village of Islands – Islamorada, Florida

The Director of Finance is responsible for planning, organizing, and administering a comprehensive financial management program for the Village. Serving as the Village’s Chief Financial Officer, this position provides leadership and oversight of all fiscal and budgetary functions, including the development of accounting procedures, internal controls, and financial reporting standards. The Director works closely with the Village Manager, department directors, and external auditors to ensure regulatory compliance, fiscal transparency, and sound financial planning.

Develop and Manage the Annual Budget:
Coordinate with department heads to gather budget inputs, attend budget workshops and hearings, prepare budget amendments, and ensure compliance with Florida requirements and Department of Revenue guidelines.
Oversee Day-to-Day Financial Operations:
Supervise all finance department functions including accounts payable, accounting, grants, procurement, and cashiering. Resolve issues and provide direction and training to staff.
Administer Capital Project Financing:
Work with the Village Manager and other staff on capital funding needs. Assist with securing financing, manage capital fund accounting, and support capital improvement implementation.
Approve and Process Financial Transactions:
Serve as approver for weekly accounts payable runs and purchase orders. Process ACH and wire payments for large disbursements including bond and closing payments.
Ensure Regulatory Compliance and Internal Controls:
Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and internal controls that align with best practices in municipal finance.
Provide Financial Reports and Analysis:
Generate financial reports, perform budget variance analysis, and provide financial updates to the Village Manager and Council to support planning and decision-making.
Support Budget and Audit Preparation:
Prepare supporting documents for the annual budget and audit process. Generate vendor, payables, and expenditure reports as needed.
Participate in Training and Professional Development:
Stay current with finance trends and certifications by attending required trainings, webinars, and seminars. Maintain CGFO certification and participate in ongoing director-level development.
Lead Emergency Financial Functions:
Serve as Finance Section Chief during Emergency Operations Center activations. Maintain knowledge of FEMA and FDEM reimbursement procedures and complete necessary training.

The individual in this role is expected to contribute to the team's efforts by completing other related tasks as needed.

Education / Experience:
Bachelor degree in related field plus 6 years of previous relevant work experience. Must possess Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) credentials.

Success Framework (The following list of knowledge, skills, and abilities have been identified as building blocks towards efficiency and effectiveness in this role.):

• Knowledge of governmental accounting standards, auditing practices, and financial reporting requirements.
• Knowledge of Florida TRIM laws, Department of Revenue budget rules, and FEMA/FDEM reimbursement processes.
• Knowledge of internal control systems and financial software applications.
• Knowledge of municipal budgeting, capital project financing, and fund accounting.
• Skill in preparing complex financial reports, budgets, and audit documentation.
• Skill in supervising finance staff and coordinating department operations.
• Skill in analyzing data and forecasting budgetary impacts.
• Skill in communicating financial information clearly to staff, auditors, officials, and the public.
• Ability to manage multiple high-level projects and meet statutory deadlines.
• Ability to interpret and implement GASB, state, and federal financial regulations.
• Ability to lead during emergencies and act as Finance Section Chief during disaster events.
• Ability to maintain professionalism, discretion, and integrity in financial oversight.