VP/Director of Finance - Careers at Robert Half
Robert Half
VP/Director of Finance - Careers at Robert Half
Job Description
VP/Director of Finance - Interim Leadership Role with Robert Half in Vineyard, Utah
Robert Half Management Resources is excited to partner with a prominent governmental client in Vineyard, Utah to source an exceptional VP/Director of Finance for an interim contract position. This high-impact role offers a strategic finance leader the chance to drive financial excellence in a dynamic public sector environment. As a key executive team member, you'll oversee comprehensive financial operations, from budgeting and investments to compliance and reporting, ensuring the city's fiscal health and strategic growth. With Vineyard, UT's booming development and proximity to Provo and the Silicon Slopes tech corridor, this role positions you at the heart of Utah's economic expansion.
About the Role
In this interim VP/Director of Finance position, you'll provide hands-on leadership to the finance department of a forward-thinking municipality. Reporting directly to senior leadership, you'll champion financial strategies that support citywide initiatives, including infrastructure projects, public services, and community development. This contract opportunity is ideal for seasoned finance professionals seeking to make an immediate impact without long-term commitment, leveraging Robert Half's renowned expertise in placing top-tier talent. Enjoy the perks of working in picturesque Vineyard, Utah—a rapidly growing city offering a perfect blend of suburban charm, outdoor recreation, and professional opportunities just minutes from Utah Lake and the Wasatch Mountains.
Key Responsibilities
Your leadership will span all facets of financial management:
- Serve as a pivotal executive team member, shaping strategic planning and high-level decision-making to align finances with organizational goals.
- Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team through recruitment, training, performance management, and career growth initiatives.
- Craft and manage the comprehensive citywide annual budget, incorporating advanced revenue forecasting, expense optimization, and long-term fiscal planning.
- Optimize city investments, cash flow management, and treasury functions to maximize returns while minimizing risks in a regulated environment.
- Function as the chief purchasing agent, overseeing procurement, vendor contracts, and bidding processes in full compliance with municipal policies and state laws.
- Design and enforce robust financial policies, internal controls, and risk management frameworks to safeguard assets and ensure regulatory adherence.
- Produce insightful financial reports, dashboards, and presentations; coordinate seamless external audits for utmost transparency.
- Direct core accounting functions like payroll processing, grant administration, fixed asset management, and utility billing operations.
- Deliver strategic financial counsel to city council, department heads, and executives on emerging challenges and opportunities.
- Champion innovation in financial services, including utility billing enhancements and technology integrations for efficiency.
Required Qualifications
To excel in this VP/Director of Finance role, candidates should possess:
- A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or equivalent; CPA, CGFM, or Master's degree highly preferred.
- 10+ years of senior-level finance experience, with at least 5 years in governmental or public sector leadership.
- Deep expertise in GASB standards, municipal budgeting, fund accounting, and public finance regulations.
- Proven success in team leadership, strategic forecasting, investment portfolio management, and procurement oversight.
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., MUNIS, Tyler Munis), Excel, and financial modeling tools.
- Exceptional communication abilities to influence stakeholders and present complex data clearly.
- Interim/consulting experience a plus; ability to hit the ground running in a contract capacity.
This role demands a strategic visionary who thrives in fast-paced, compliance-heavy settings while fostering collaboration across departments.
Why Join Us
Partnering with Robert Half Management Resources opens doors to elite interim opportunities with competitive $65/hour compensation, flexible terms, and unparalleled career support. Gain exposure to cutting-edge governmental finance in one of Utah's most promising cities. Vineyard, UT, boasts a thriving economy, family-friendly vibe, and endless outdoor adventures—perfect for work-life harmony. Benefit from Robert Half's training resources, vast network, and potential for future placements. Apply now to lead financial transformation and advance your career with a trusted industry leader. Robert Half is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Locations
- Vineyard, Utah, United States
Salary
65 - 65 USD / hourly
135,000 - 175,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Financial Leadershipintermediate
- Budgeting and Forecastingintermediate
- Accounting Operationsintermediate
- Investment Managementintermediate
- Treasury and Cash Flowintermediate
- Compliance and Risk Managementintermediate
- Financial Reportingintermediate
- Team Supervision and Mentoringintermediate
- Procurement and Purchasingintermediate
- Strategic Planningintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (Master's or CPA preferred) (experience)
- 10+ years of progressive finance leadership experience, ideally in government or public sector (experience)
- Proven track record in budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls (experience)
- Strong knowledge of governmental accounting standards (GASB) and regulations (experience)
- Experience managing investments, treasury operations, and procurement processes (experience)
- Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor finance teams (experience)
- Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skills (experience)
- Availability for interim contract role (experience)
Responsibilities
- Serve as a key member of the executive management team, contributing to strategic planning and organizational decision-making
- Supervise and mentor finance department staff, including recruitment, training, assignments, and performance evaluations
- Develop and oversee the citywide annual budget, including revenue forecasting and expense planning
- Manage city investments, cash flow, and treasury operations to optimize financial performance
- Act as the primary purchasing agent, ensuring all procurement and contract processes comply with applicable policies and regulations
- Implement and monitor financial policies, risk management strategies, and internal controls to ensure compliance with standards and laws
- Prepare detailed financial reports and coordinate external audits to maintain transparency and accountability
- Direct central accounting operations, including payroll, audits, grants management, and asset tracking
- Provide expert advice to senior leadership on financial strategies and challenges
- Oversee utility billing and other financial aspects of city services
Benefits
- general: Competitive hourly compensation through Robert Half Management Resources
- general: Flexible contract duration with potential for extension
- general: Professional development and networking opportunities within Robert Half
- general: Access to Robert Half's extensive resources and career support
- general: Opportunity to work with a dynamic governmental client in a growing community
- general: Work-life balance in the beautiful Vineyard, Utah area
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Job Description
VP/Director of Finance - Interim Leadership Role with Robert Half in Vineyard, Utah
Robert Half Management Resources is excited to partner with a prominent governmental client in Vineyard, Utah to source an exceptional VP/Director of Finance for an interim contract position. This high-impact role offers a strategic finance leader the chance to drive financial excellence in a dynamic public sector environment. As a key executive team member, you'll oversee comprehensive financial operations, from budgeting and investments to compliance and reporting, ensuring the city's fiscal health and strategic growth. With Vineyard, UT's booming development and proximity to Provo and the Silicon Slopes tech corridor, this role positions you at the heart of Utah's economic expansion.
About the Role
In this interim VP/Director of Finance position, you'll provide hands-on leadership to the finance department of a forward-thinking municipality. Reporting directly to senior leadership, you'll champion financial strategies that support citywide initiatives, including infrastructure projects, public services, and community development. This contract opportunity is ideal for seasoned finance professionals seeking to make an immediate impact without long-term commitment, leveraging Robert Half's renowned expertise in placing top-tier talent. Enjoy the perks of working in picturesque Vineyard, Utah—a rapidly growing city offering a perfect blend of suburban charm, outdoor recreation, and professional opportunities just minutes from Utah Lake and the Wasatch Mountains.
Key Responsibilities
Your leadership will span all facets of financial management:
- Serve as a pivotal executive team member, shaping strategic planning and high-level decision-making to align finances with organizational goals.
- Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team through recruitment, training, performance management, and career growth initiatives.
- Craft and manage the comprehensive citywide annual budget, incorporating advanced revenue forecasting, expense optimization, and long-term fiscal planning.
- Optimize city investments, cash flow management, and treasury functions to maximize returns while minimizing risks in a regulated environment.
- Function as the chief purchasing agent, overseeing procurement, vendor contracts, and bidding processes in full compliance with municipal policies and state laws.
- Design and enforce robust financial policies, internal controls, and risk management frameworks to safeguard assets and ensure regulatory adherence.
- Produce insightful financial reports, dashboards, and presentations; coordinate seamless external audits for utmost transparency.
- Direct core accounting functions like payroll processing, grant administration, fixed asset management, and utility billing operations.
- Deliver strategic financial counsel to city council, department heads, and executives on emerging challenges and opportunities.
- Champion innovation in financial services, including utility billing enhancements and technology integrations for efficiency.
Required Qualifications
To excel in this VP/Director of Finance role, candidates should possess:
- A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or equivalent; CPA, CGFM, or Master's degree highly preferred.
- 10+ years of senior-level finance experience, with at least 5 years in governmental or public sector leadership.
- Deep expertise in GASB standards, municipal budgeting, fund accounting, and public finance regulations.
- Proven success in team leadership, strategic forecasting, investment portfolio management, and procurement oversight.
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., MUNIS, Tyler Munis), Excel, and financial modeling tools.
- Exceptional communication abilities to influence stakeholders and present complex data clearly.
- Interim/consulting experience a plus; ability to hit the ground running in a contract capacity.
This role demands a strategic visionary who thrives in fast-paced, compliance-heavy settings while fostering collaboration across departments.
Why Join Us
Partnering with Robert Half Management Resources opens doors to elite interim opportunities with competitive $65/hour compensation, flexible terms, and unparalleled career support. Gain exposure to cutting-edge governmental finance in one of Utah's most promising cities. Vineyard, UT, boasts a thriving economy, family-friendly vibe, and endless outdoor adventures—perfect for work-life harmony. Benefit from Robert Half's training resources, vast network, and potential for future placements. Apply now to lead financial transformation and advance your career with a trusted industry leader. Robert Half is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Locations
- Vineyard, Utah, United States
Salary
65 - 65 USD / hourly
135,000 - 175,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Financial Leadershipintermediate
- Budgeting and Forecastingintermediate
- Accounting Operationsintermediate
- Investment Managementintermediate
- Treasury and Cash Flowintermediate
- Compliance and Risk Managementintermediate
- Financial Reportingintermediate
- Team Supervision and Mentoringintermediate
- Procurement and Purchasingintermediate
- Strategic Planningintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (Master's or CPA preferred) (experience)
- 10+ years of progressive finance leadership experience, ideally in government or public sector (experience)
- Proven track record in budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls (experience)
- Strong knowledge of governmental accounting standards (GASB) and regulations (experience)
- Experience managing investments, treasury operations, and procurement processes (experience)
- Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor finance teams (experience)
- Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skills (experience)
- Availability for interim contract role (experience)
Responsibilities
- Serve as a key member of the executive management team, contributing to strategic planning and organizational decision-making
- Supervise and mentor finance department staff, including recruitment, training, assignments, and performance evaluations
- Develop and oversee the citywide annual budget, including revenue forecasting and expense planning
- Manage city investments, cash flow, and treasury operations to optimize financial performance
- Act as the primary purchasing agent, ensuring all procurement and contract processes comply with applicable policies and regulations
- Implement and monitor financial policies, risk management strategies, and internal controls to ensure compliance with standards and laws
- Prepare detailed financial reports and coordinate external audits to maintain transparency and accountability
- Direct central accounting operations, including payroll, audits, grants management, and asset tracking
- Provide expert advice to senior leadership on financial strategies and challenges
- Oversee utility billing and other financial aspects of city services
Benefits
- general: Competitive hourly compensation through Robert Half Management Resources
- general: Flexible contract duration with potential for extension
- general: Professional development and networking opportunities within Robert Half
- general: Access to Robert Half's extensive resources and career support
- general: Opportunity to work with a dynamic governmental client in a growing community
- general: Work-life balance in the beautiful Vineyard, Utah area
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