Finance Director

Job Description:

Finance Director

Description

Spokane Valley Fire Department (SVFD) proudly serves the cities of Spokane Valley, Liberty Lake, Millwood, and parts of unincorporated Spokane County, including the communities of Otis Orchards, Pasadena Park, and the area surrounding Liberty Lake. The area offers a scenic, family-friendly community with extensive recreational opportunities, including city parks, community pools, open spaces for hiking, many miles of paved trails for walking and biking, and serene lakes for kayaking. Additionally, the City of Spokane Valley offers the largest retail mall in the region and numerous hotels, restaurants, and breweries. The area also frequently hosts small festivals such as the Spokane County Interstate Fair, Valleyfest, and the Inland Northwest Craft Beer Festival. The community prides itself on quality neighborhoods and schools, along with strong business and retail centers. Friendly people, natural surroundings, and beautiful weather make this region a favorite destination for visitors from all over the world. SVFD has been designated by the Washington Surveying and Rating Bureau (WSRB) as a WSRB Protection Class 2 for the entire Fire District, and is an accredited Agency by the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI), one of only a handful in the state of Washington. The SVFD is seeking a detail-oriented and hands-on professional to serve as the next Finance Director. The incoming Director must be a subject matter expert in finance, including accounting and investments; and must provide administrative and professional leadership and direction. The ideal candidate possesses strong proven ability to understand database management, development, and reporting theory.

 

Qualified candidates possess a Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in accounting, public or business administration, finance, or a related field along with seven (7) years of increasingly responsible finance and accounting experience, including two (2) years of supervisory responsibility. Financial experience in a public agency is preferred but not required; experience with grant writing is desirable. Candidates must have possession of a valid state driver's license. The annual salary range for the Finance Director is Director is $155,922.72 annually, with the first year of service compensated at 95 percent of the salary ($148,126.56); placement within this range is dependent on qualifications and experience. If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please visit our website at www.bobmurrayassoc.com to apply online. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call Ms. Adele Frese at (916) 784-9080. Filing Deadline: October 16, 2024