Finance Director - Presque Isle

Start Date: July 18, 2024 | End Date: August 31, 2024
County: Aroostook County
Job Type: Finance

The City of Presque Isle, Maine is accepting applications for the position of Finance Director, which serves as an integral part of the leadership team. The Star City has a resident population of 9,000 and covers 72 square miles, and the City of Presque Isle makes significant contributions to the quality of life for its citizens.

Finance Director job responsibilities include the custody, collection, disbursement and investment of City funds; preparation of the annual budget of approximately $13.3 million; cash management; supervision of the collection of funds; assisting with the investment of funds; and supervising the work of the office staff. The Finance Director ensures that all work is performed in accordance with applicable laws and generally accepted accounting procedures.

Qualifications needed for this position include a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, and at least three or more years of financial management, or the equivalent combination of education and experience; municipal finance experience preferred. Candidates must have a thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of generally accepted accounting procedures budgeting, cash management, and internal audit procedures. Knowledge of computerized financial accounting systems and ability to use computer software for reports of retrieval information is required. The successful candidate must be able to successfully pass a thorough background check, including a credit check.

The position offers a comprehensive pay benefits package including:

• Starting wage $77,376 - $97,760 based on experience
• Employee and family medical health coverage – the City pays 80% (currently over $9000/year) toward single coverage, and 70% (currently over $17,000) toward family coverage and provides a health reimbursement arrangement for deductibles and co-pays of up to $3600 for individual coverage and up to $7200 for family coverage.
• Paid vacation, sick, 13.5 holidays, and two personal days per year
• Social Security PLUS Maine Public Employees Retirement System or ICMA 401(a)/457(b), with a City contribution from 7.0 - 9.9%

Interested applicants should apply with a personal resume and a cover letter to:

Kellie Chapman, HR Director

kchapman@presqueisleme.us

Applications will be accepted until ideal candidate is found. Equal Opportunity Employer