Bolingbrook, IL – Assistant Director of Finance

The Assistant Director of Finance performs complex accounting and financial tasks

involving the operation and control of the Village’s financial matters. The work of this

class requires professional level accounting work in the maintenance of financial

accounting and reporting systems. Assist with the annual audit process, ensures

compliance for grant accounting in accordance with OMB Circular A-133, and

participates in special projects as assigned.

Salary:

$120,000-$135,000 per year based on qualifications.

Duties and Responsibilities:

 Lead and develop the Finance team by mentoring staff and promoting a

collaborative, high-performing environment.

 Manage municipal financial data by analyzing historical revenues and expenditures,

tracking fixed assets, and projecting cash flows.

 Streamline financial workflows by leveraging technology and automation to eliminate

manual tasks and strengthen internal controls.

 Oversee the annual budget process by establishing guidelines and assisting all Village

departments with their budget proposals.

 Represent the Finance Department at Village Board, Finance Committee, and Pension

Board meetings, and participate in community events.

 Partner with stakeholders to evaluate funding requests from department heads,

board members, and the public, finding collaborative ways to achieve community

goals.

 Support the Finance Director and perform other duties as required or assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities:

 Education & Certifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Public

Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree, CPA, or CPFO (Certified Public

Finance Officer) designation is strongly preferred.

 Governmental Accounting Expertise: In-depth knowledge of GAAP and GASB

standards, municipal budgetary systems, and public financial reporting.

 Specialized Municipal Financing: Experience working with Tax Increment Financing

(TIF) districts and Special Service Areas (SSAs).

 Technical Skills: Proficiency with municipal accounting software, with Tyler

Technologies MUNIS experience strongly preferred.

 Regulatory Compliance: Ability to accurately interpret and apply federal, state, and

local statutes, ordinances, and Village policies.

 Communication & Engagement: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to

effectively engage with Village staff, residents, and business owners.

 Discretion & Integrity: Proven ability to handle sensitive financial information with

strict confidentiality.

 Resilience & Professionalism: Detail-oriented mindset with the ability to manage

competing priorities calmly and accept constructive feedback professionally

Special Requirements:

Residency within a municipality, any portion of which is located within thirteen (13)

miles of the center of the Village of Bolingbrook. The position involves regular and

irregular shift work. Work shifts are normally eight-hour days Monday – Friday but

may be extended due to unexpected workloads or meeting unusual or unplanned

schedules.