Assistant Finance Officer - City of Nicholasville, KY 

The City of Nicholasville is accepting applications/resumes for the position of Assistant Finance Officer, grade 34. The starting pay for this position falls within the annual range of $68,286.40 to $95,596.80.  This is an exempt position. The hiring rate will be determined during the final step of the hiring process.

Under general administrative direction assists with the accounting and financial functions of the City; reviews and/or performs complex accounting work that requires extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles along with the ability to apply such knowledge; exercises sound decision making skills; coaches/mentors team members; supervises those reporting to the Finance Officer in the absence of the Finance Officer; performs related duties as required.

Must have a bachelor’s degree in accounting supplemented by three years accounting experience in private or public accounting. Extensive knowledge of accounting theory, principles, and practices along with proven ability to apply such knowledge.  Demonstrated ability to exercise sound decision making skills.  CPA or CMA preferred, but not required. This position requires handling confidential city funds and finances; therefore, applicant must not possess a criminal conviction for theft or crimes against persons. See job description for more information.

This is a full-time position with benefits including Ky Retirement System, Health Insurance effective on date of hire, and paid leave. Applications and a complete job description may be downloaded from our website nicholasville.org, or picked up at City Hall, 517 N. Main St. Nicholasville, KY., and will be accepted until 4 p.m., April 26, 2024, at the same location.

Equal Opportunity Employer.  If reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact Kathy Rhineheimer at 859-885-1121 ext. 262 or kathy.rhineheimer@nicholasville.org.

Director of Financial Services - City of Blacksburg, VA

The desirable Town of Blacksburg, VA, seeks a fiscally responsible finance professional with high ethical standards and integrity to serve as its next Director of Financial Services. Blacksburg’s Director of Financial Services is responsible for technical accounting, auditing, financial operations, budget management, utility billing, and debt and treasury management. This fantastic opportunity in an iconic University community is for the professional who is:

• well-rounded and skilled in their financial experience, demonstrating a background in local government finance, budgeting, personnel, payroll, utility billing, investments, OPEB, financial reporting, audits, and use of an ERP system.
• a motivating, honorable leader who is equally passionate about relationship development and numbers and has demonstrable experience nurturing a positive, proactive working environment where cross-training and collaboration are the norm; 
• a public servant who has an innate moral compass to make ethical decisions that best serve the community; 
• able to assess and analyze complex problems with conflicting priorities and recognize agendas, both internal and external, navigating complaints and conflict with ease;  
• an impeccable communicator with proven interpersonal skills who can effectively and proactively communicate, with respect and empathy, complex financial issues to various stakeholders, including the town council, town management, staff, peer directors, and other stakeholders;
• skilled in building the capacity of staff, enhancing, and growing the technical knowledge among staff within a department;  
• knowledgeable and has experience navigating federal and state grant contracts and reporting and adhering to strict deadlines to ensure compliance with grant funds; and, 
• successful in leading teams through seasons of change – someone who proactively manages change and effectively navigates the impact of change/transitions on staff while building cohesion and uniting staff around shared values, goals, and strategic priorities. 

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Financial Coordinator - City of Paris, KY 
This is a full time professional level position that will work closely with the Finance Director to provide analysis of the City's fiscal records by applying generally acceptable accounting principles. Will be involved in processes related to treasury management, financial planning, revenue management, and control. This position will perform bookkeeping and technical accounting work in the preparation and maintenance of fiscal and accounting records and data. Their work involves monitoring and balancing accounts, disbursing and allocating funds, and preparing a variety of reports. Pay will be based on experience and will range from $23.28 to $27.32. This is an hourly position that will generally work Monday-Friday 8am-5pm.  At times overtime may be required to complete all assigned tasks. The position is non-supervisory. You can send a resume directly to humanresources@paris.ky.gov.