Description
Description
Under the general supervision of the Finance Director, assists in the administration and daily operations of the Finance Department. Oversees key financial functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and delinquent accounts collection, while ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and City policies. Assists with the preparation and administration of the annual budget, year-end audit activities, financial reporting, and long-range financial planning. Provides support to Finance Department staff and assists the Finance Director in maintaining sound financial management and stewardship of public resources.
About the Role
The Assistant Finance Director plays a key leadership role in supporting the City's financial operations and ensuring the responsible stewardship of public funds. Working closely with the Finance Director, this position oversees daily accounting functions, budget administration, financial reporting, payroll, and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and governmental accounting standards. The role also assists with budget development, financial analysis, year-end audits, and long-range financial planning to support informed decision-making.
In addition to managing financial processes, the Assistant Finance Director supervises Finance Department staff, coordinates activities across City departments, and serves as the Finance Director's designee when needed. This position prepares reports and presentations for City leadership and elected officials, supports special projects, and helps ensure the efficient, transparent, and accountable delivery of financial services to the organization and community.
About You
To be successful in this role, a strong and diverse skill set is needed, including:
Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, business administration, or a related field or the equivalent.
A minimum of three years of progressively more responsible finance and accounting experience.
Experience using BS&A and Microsoft Suite software, including advanced knowledge of Excel. Strong analytical and mathematical skills.
Knowledge of Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) regulations and guidelines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to clearly interpret and explain financial information, policies, and regulations.
Ability to build positive working relationships with City leadership, employees, elected officials, and the public.
Demonstrated ability to identify and define problems, collect and evaluate data, establish facts, and draw sound conclusions.
About Romulus
As a gateway to Michigan and home of Detroit Metro Airport, the City of Romulus is where opportunity meets purpose. With a strong business climate, a strategic location, and a commitment to innovation, Romulus offers employees the opportunity to build rewarding careers while making a meaningful impact on the community.
Conveniently located near major highways, Romulus offers an easy commute from Detroit, Ann Arbor, and surrounding communities—making it easy to build a career where you can grow and make a difference every day. Whether you're just beginning your career or looking to take the next step, you'll find a collaborative workplace where your contributions help shape a thriving, connected city.
What We Have to Offer
Salary: $85,000 – $95,000
$0 employee premium options for multiple BCBS PPO plans, or waiver payment prorated monthly in lieu of electing coverage, effective on date of hire.
$0 employee premium for dental and vision insurance.
Employer paid life and long-term disability insurance, subject to eligibility period.
11.5% Employer retirement contribution to 401a plan, with a mandatory 1% Employee contribution.
MERS Retiree Healthcare Savings Program with 1% City Contribution and mandatory 2% Employee Contribution.
Generous paid leave time covered by City of Romulus Policy 18.
Description
Under the general supervision of the Finance Director, assists in the administration and daily operations of the Finance Department. Oversees key financial functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and delinquent accounts collection, while ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and City policies. Assists with the preparation and administration of the annual budget, year-end audit activities, financial reporting, and long-range financial planning. Provides support to Finance Department staff and assists the Finance Director in maintaining sound financial management and stewardship of public resources.
About the Role
The Assistant Finance Director plays a key leadership role in supporting the City's financial operations and ensuring the responsible stewardship of public funds. Working closely with the Finance Director, this position oversees daily accounting functions, budget administration, financial reporting, payroll, and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and governmental accounting standards. The role also assists with budget development, financial analysis, year-end audits, and long-range financial planning to support informed decision-making.
In addition to managing financial processes, the Assistant Finance Director supervises Finance Department staff, coordinates activities across City departments, and serves as the Finance Director's designee when needed. This position prepares reports and presentations for City leadership and elected officials, supports special projects, and helps ensure the efficient, transparent, and accountable delivery of financial services to the organization and community.
About You
To be successful in this role, a strong and diverse skill set is needed, including:
Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, business administration, or a related field or the equivalent.
A minimum of three years of progressively more responsible finance and accounting experience.
Experience using BS&A and Microsoft Suite software, including advanced knowledge of Excel. Strong analytical and mathematical skills.
Knowledge of Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) regulations and guidelines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to clearly interpret and explain financial information, policies, and regulations.
Ability to build positive working relationships with City leadership, employees, elected officials, and the public.
Demonstrated ability to identify and define problems, collect and evaluate data, establish facts, and draw sound conclusions.
About Romulus
As a gateway to Michigan and home of Detroit Metro Airport, the City of Romulus is where opportunity meets purpose. With a strong business climate, a strategic location, and a commitment to innovation, Romulus offers employees the opportunity to build rewarding careers while making a meaningful impact on the community.
Conveniently located near major highways, Romulus offers an easy commute from Detroit, Ann Arbor, and surrounding communities—making it easy to build a career where you can grow and make a difference every day. Whether you're just beginning your career or looking to take the next step, you'll find a collaborative workplace where your contributions help shape a thriving, connected city.
What We Have to Offer
Salary: $85,000 – $95,000
$0 employee premium options for multiple BCBS PPO plans, or waiver payment prorated monthly in lieu of electing coverage, effective on date of hire.
$0 employee premium for dental and vision insurance.
Employer paid life and long-term disability insurance, subject to eligibility period.
11.5% Employer retirement contribution to 401a plan, with a mandatory 1% Employee contribution.
MERS Retiree Healthcare Savings Program with 1% City Contribution and mandatory 2% Employee Contribution.
Generous paid leave time covered by City of Romulus Policy 18.
Interested in Joining?
Resume and cover letter required.
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The interview process will begin August 24 and conclude mid-September.
Expected start date: Mid-October 2026
Interested in Joining?
Resume and cover letter required.
Visit https://www.romulusgov.com/Jobs.aspx to complete an application and submit your resume and cover letter.
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The interview process will begin August 24 and conclude mid-September.
Expected start date: Mid-October 2026
Requirements
SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Finance Director, assists that official with the management of the Finance Department by administering the departmental functions such as accounts payable, delinquent accounts collection, accounts receivable, and payroll. Prepares supporting schedules and assists in the development of the annual budget. Assists in coordinating year-end audit activities and performs various personnel-related functions. Assists in preparing data for use in longrange financial planning.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Directs and maintains orderly methods for processing financial transactions for the City. Directs financial accounting for all programs, including report preparation.
2. Gathers data for use in development of the preliminary budget, assists departmental heads in evaluating needs, explaining departmental services, making projections, and serving as staff advisor in final budget determinations.
3. Ability to prepare, utilize, and recommend cost allocation processes for internal and external department use.
4. Evaluates expenditures in relationship to fiscal year budget projections and prepares status reports, identifying critical areas, changes necessary due to projection changes, and changes in City posture which may have financial implications. Maintains current budget amendment file.
5. Reviews and verifies various financial reports and other documents relating to financial matters for use by the Director of Financial Services, Mayor, City Council, other government agencies, and any other interested and authorized body.
6. Prepares a variety of reports and correspondence. Prepares federal, state, and local reports.
7. Maintains and organizes budgetary and fiscal records in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, generally accepted accounting practices, GASB regulations, and ordinances.
8. Reconciles to bank balance, resolves discrepancies, and figures projected interest at the established rate.
9. Supervises the daily activities of the Finance Department staff, distributing workloads, conducting staff meetings, training employees, and handling personnel-related problems.
10. Reviews employee timecards, scheduling vacations, overtime and/or personal business requests.
11. Serves in the absence of the Finance Director following well-defined policies and procedures.
12. Coordinates activities with other City department heads to resolve problems, maintain workflow, and eliminate duplication of efforts.
13. Prepares or assists in the preparation of special financial analyses and special projects as assigned.
14. Performs the duties of other departmental personnel such as workload, temporary absences, or as emergencies dictate.
15. Attend City Council and other meetings, as requested or required for reporting and presentation purposes.
16. Perform other related duties as needed.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides supervision to employees within the Finance department under the direction of the Finance Director.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Education: Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, business administration, or a related field or the equivalent.
Experience: Requires a strong background in governmental fund accounting. A minimum of three years of progressively more responsible finance and accounting experience preferred. Requires advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel software; BS&A experience is highly preferred. Twelve-month probationary period.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Capable of interpreting complex technical instructions presented in written, mathematical, or diagrammatic form, and effectively working with both abstract and concrete variables.
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:
Strong computer skills are required; must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced knowledge of Excel and BS&A.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and talk or hear.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:
Valid Operator’s License – Must be appropriately licensed to operate City-owned vehicle consistent with work assignment.
COMMENTS:
The qualifications listed above are guidelines. Other combinations of education and experience which could provide the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job should be considered.
Prepared in compliance with:
Romulus Policies and Procedures Manual
Americans with Disabilities Act
Equal Employment Opportunity Act
