Finance Officer (Municipal or Government Experience Required)

Role Overview

The City of Fort Pierre is looking for a strategic, hands-on Finance Officer to manage all financial and administrative operations for the municipality. This role extends beyond traditional accounting, acting as the chief financial adviser to the Mayor and City Council, overseeing essential municipal operations, and safeguarding the finances of a full-service city that provides water, sewer, and electric utilities to residents.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Executive level visibility with daily collaboration with the Mayor and weekly engagement with the City Council
• Lead a dedicated finance team (2 staff members)
• Oversee all municipal financial operations, utilities accounting, and compliance
• Meaningful community impact in a growing region near a larger city
• Diverse responsibilities that keep each day engaging and dynamic

Key Responsibilities

• Direct all municipal accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls
• Develop, manage, and monitor the City’s annual budget and all revenues and expenditures
• Oversee payroll administration and human resources compliance
• Ensure compliance with local ordinances, state statutes, and federal regulations
• Administer municipal elections in accordance with state law
• Collaborate with department heads on financial planning and operational strategy
• Maintain strong public relations through daily interaction with residents, customers, and constituents

Ideal Candidate

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Business Management
• Experience in governmental or municipal accounting
• Strong knowledge of public sector budgeting and compliance requirements
• Leadership skills with the ability to supervise staff and work cross-functionally
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions
• Strong communicator who enjoys public engagement

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $110,000 per year, commensurate with qualifications and experience. A $2,000 hiring bonus is included.

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement plan with 6% employer match
• Paid vacation and sick leave

Work Schedule & Meetings

• Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
• City Council meetings twice per month on Monday evenings

Application and Employment Details

Learn more and apply at fortpierre.com under Employment Opportunities. Position open until filled. The City of Fort Pierre is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Location and Requirements

• Location: Fort Pierre, SD 57532 (In person)
• Education: Bachelor's (Preferred)
• Experience: Governmental accounting, 3 years (Required)
• Ability to commute: Fort Pierre, SD 57532 (Required)
• Work Location: In person