ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Provides professional and responsive customer service while promoting a positive image of the Finance Department and Village and maintaining high ethical standards.
- Ensures inquires, requests, and issues are addressed promptly and professionally.
- Provides leadership, mentoring, and professional development to staff while promoting continuous improvement and operational efficiencies.
- Communicates effectively with Village officials, employees, outside agencies, residents, and vendors regarding financial matters and departmental operations.
- Monitors changes in legislation and accounting standards as they relate to department functions and implements departmental procedures necessary to maintain compliance.
- Serves as the Department's subject matter expert for the Village's ERP and financial systems and coordinates system maintenance, enhancements, vendor support, and user training.
- Assists in managing the Village's financial planning functions, including annual budget preparation, forecasting, and long-term fiscal strategy.
- Assists the Finance Director with special projects, including financial analysis, research, reporting, and implementation initiatives.
- Participates in developing and implementing Department goals, objectives, policies, and priorities.
- Assists with managing the day-to-day operations of the Finance Department and acts as the Finance Director in their absence.
- Directly or indirectly supervises finance department staff, including coaching, training and addressing personnel and performance issues.
- Oversees and performs reconciliation of accounting records, banking activity, and related financial systems to ensure the accurate recording of transactions.
- Directs and coordinates the annual audit process, including year-end closing activities, audit schedules, auditor requests, ACFR review, and required regulatory filings.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND TRAINING: A bachelor's degree in accounting or a closely related field from an accredited college or university is required. A Master's degree in a closely related field is preferred. A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible financial administration, including three (3) years of supervisory experience, is required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and make decisions in accordance with departmental policies, professional accounting standards, and Village objectives
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex financial issues, identify solutions, and implement effective recommendations.
- Proven ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities, manage competing demands, and effectively coordinate work across multiple functional areas within the Finance Department.
- Demonstrates the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Village staff, operating departments, and the public.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS: A certified Public Accountant is preferred.
HOURS OF WORK: 37.5 hours per week* STARTING WAGE: $131,132-$174,843
OPENING DATE: June 5, 2026 CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
*This is an exempt, full-time, in office position working Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Additional hours may be required as necessary to fulfill the responsibility of the role.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS: Elk Grove offers a competitive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, this position qualifies for an Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) pension.
TO APPLY: Candidates must complete the online employment application via https://elkgrove.bamboohr.com/careers. Candidates should include a resume, cover letter and/or any other pertinent information related.
All other inquiries should be directed to:
Office of Human Resources
901 Wellington Avenue
Elk Grove Village, Illinois, 60007
Telephone: 847-357-4020
