Finance Director

The City of Frankfort is seeking a strategic, detail-oriented Finance Director to provide executive financial leadership and safeguard the fiscal integrity of Kentuckys capital city.

Reporting directly to the City Manager, the Finance Director oversees all municipal accounting operations, budget administration, treasury management, tax assessment, and financial reporting.

This role serves as a key advisor to the City Manager, Department Heads, and the Board of Commissioners, ensuring transparent fiscal stewardship, regulatory compliance, and long-term financial sustainability.

Key Responsibilities Strategic Financial Leadership & Advisory Direct the Citys overall fiscal operations in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards, and municipal ordinances.

Advise the City Manager, Department Heads, and the Board of Commissioners (BoC) on long-range financial planning, fiscal impacts of proposed programs or regulatory changes, and strategies to strengthen the City's financial position.

Prepare and present timely financial analyses, revenue forecasts, and audit findings to the BoC, the quarterly Finance Committee, and special called meetings.

Serve on and manage investment and checking accounts for the City of Frankfort Police and Firefighters Pension Committee.

Budgeting & Fiscal Controls Partner with the City Manager to plan, prepare, and administer the annual municipal budget, providing historical revenue and expenditure data.

Coach and educate Department Heads on budget management and financial best practices to drive continuous improvement across municipal operations.

Maintain rigorous internal controls to ensure expenditures remain within appropriated limits and adequate reserves are maintained for General Fund, Sewer, and special capital projects.

Continuously evaluate and update the Citys accounting systems and financial procedures manual to enhance operational efficiency and internal controls.

Treasury, Tax & Revenue Administration Manage municipal cash flow, banking relationships, and investment portfolios in strict compliance with City ordinances and state statutes, promptly reporting portfolio changes to leadership.

Calculate the annual property tax rate for presentation to and approval by the Board of Commissioners.

Oversee billing, revenue collection, business licensing, and the custody and disbursement of all municipal funds.

Compile and file the annual Uniform Financial Information Report (UFIR) with the Commonwealth of Kentucky Department for Local Government (DLG).

Accounting Operations & Team Management Lead, mentor, and evaluate Finance Department personnel, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and customer service.

Oversee core daily accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, fixed asset records, general liability insurance administration, and incoming mail handling.

Supervise bi-weekly pay...