Director of Finance
City of Cedar Park
Accounting & Finance
Cedar Park, TX, USA
Posted on Aug 26, 2025
The City of Cedar Park
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ABOUT CEDAR PARK
The City of Cedar Park is a vibrant suburb of over 83,000 residents, located 17 miles northwest of downtown Austin and recognized for its quality of life in the fast-growth dynamic Central Texas region. Cedar Park is the fourth largest city in the Austin metropolitan area, shares a border with Austin, and is ideally situated for corporate headquarters with a growing number of high tech and major manufacturing employers. With deep roots as a small community and ability to retain a hometown feel, it is known for its outstanding schools, probusiness climate and relaxed family environment. Named one of the Best Suburbs for Growing Families and Best Small City in America in 2020, Cedar Park offers all the benefits of life in an emerging first ring suburb in a region known for its high tech, innovation and live music, with desirable neighborhoods, an entrepreneurial business environment, and an effective, well managed city government.
VISION
We image the City of Cedar Park as a family-oriented community, one of compassion, integrity, diversity and many faiths. We are an attractive destination, a leader in business development and committed to an exceptional quality of life for all. The Position
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JOB SUMMARYThe Director of Finance serves as the City’s chief financial strategist, providing leadership, oversight, and direction for all financial operations. Reporting to the Assistant City Manager, this role manages the Finance Department and Utility Billing Division, overseeing key functions
including budgeting, accounting, payroll, treasury, investments, purchasing, financial reporting, and utility billing. The Director ensures the City’s fiscal integrity, transparency, and sustainability, aligning financial policies and practices with the City’s mission and long-term goals. This position
works closely with the City Management team, City Council, and department heads to provide sound financial guidance, support strategic initiatives, and maintain compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and governmental accounting standards.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
• Manage the development and implementation of financial goals, policies, and procedures aligned with the City’s mission and long-term strategic plan.
• Provide strategic advice to the City Manager, City Council, and department heads on fiscal issues, budget priorities, and long-range planning.
• Coordinate with other departments to support financial planning and compliance.
• Direct the preparation, implementation, and administration of the City’s annual operating and capital budgets.
• Conduct financial forecasting and long-range planning.
• Manage investments and purchasing policies.
• Prepare and present financial information and reports to city leadership, City Council, boards, and public stakeholders in a clear and accessible manner.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws along with governmental accounting standards including GAAP and GASB.
• Oversee the City’s financial reporting, including the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and other financial disclosures.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the City’s independent auditors and manage the annual audit process.
• Forecast and monitor expenditure and revenue trends and provide timely financial forecasts and performance reports.
• Oversee billing, collections, and tax administration.
• Manage treasury functions including investment of City funds in accordance with the City’s investment policy
• Provide strategic oversight and daily direction to finance team members including Accounting, Budget, Purchasing, Payroll, and Utility Billing.
• Lead, mentor, and develop Finance and Utility Billing staff through training, performance management, and career development strategies.
• Ensure the implementation and maintenance of effective internal controls.
• Oversee procurement and purchasing functions to ensure fairness, transparency, and compliance Acceptable Experience, Training, Certifications and Licenses
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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Qualified applicants will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration,
Business Administration, or a related field required, plus seven (7) years of progressively
responsible experience in government finance or accounting, and at least three (3) years in a
leadership or management role. Any equivalent combination of experience and training that
provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.
Certifications
A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) licensed in Texas or Certified Government Finance Officer
(CGFO) certification is strongly preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Strong knowledge of governmental budgeting, accounting, auditing, and financial reporting practices.
• Familiarity with Texas laws and regulations applicable to municipal finance.
• Proficiency with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and financial software.
• Understanding of fund accounting, grants, and government procurement.
• Understanding tax revenue, bond issuance, and intergovernmental transfers.
• Ability to present complex financial information clearly to non-financial audiences. Supplemental Information
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The ideal candidate should be a collaborative and forward-thinking leader with a proven ability to manage complex municipal financial operations. They should bring deep knowledge of governmental budgeting, accounting, auditing, and financial reporting, along with a track record
of implementing effective fiscal policies and internal controls. Skilled in strategic planning and problem-solving, the ideal candidate should be adept at presenting complex financial data in a clear and accessible manner to diverse audiences, including City leadership, City Council, boards,
and public stakeholders. The ideal candidate should be a strong mentor and team builder, capable of inspiring and developing staff across multiple functional areas. The successful candidate will be committed to transparency, ethical practices, and delivering exceptional public service, with the ability to balance long-term financial sustainability with the needs of a growing community.
Salary
Cedar Park is offering a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package, including participation in the Texas Municipal Retirement System.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should forward a cover letter and resume to: resumes@affionpublic.com and include reference #: CPACM24
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Closing Date: September 16, 2025
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERThe City of Cedar Park is committed to building a workplace community where inclusion is valued and celebrated. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, neurodiversity, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other non-merit based or legally protected grounds. The City of Cedar Park is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the employment application process. To request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at (512) 401-5258, or by email at hr@cedarparktexas.gov.