Deputy Finance Director

The City of Novi is seeking an experienced and collaborative Deputy Finance Director to join our Finance Department leadership team. This position plays a critical role in upholding the City's commitment to Team, Commitment, Innovation, and Trust , ensuring that our financial operations support high-quality service to the community.

Reporting to the Finance Director, the Deputy Finance Director oversees daily accounting operations and ensures timely monthly and year-end closings for all funds. Among their duties, the Deputy Finance Director prepares essential audit documentation, supports grant administration, collaborates across departments, and serves as Acting Finance Director when needed.

In carrying out these responsibilities, the Deputy Finance Director models Novi's values by fostering a supportive team environment, driving continuous improvement, and maintaining transparent, trustworthy financial practices.

To be a Deputy Finance Director, the candidate must possess a bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field and have at least 5 years of related experience. Municipal government experience is highly preferred.

The Deputy Finance Director is a non-union position covered under the Administrative Personnel Policy found here :

Compensation & Benefits : $92,036 - $110,443, depending on qualifications

So why should you work for the City of Novi ? We have great benefits!

• Cafeteria Health Insurance Plan with three different medical plans to choose from (PPO, HMO, HAS). Effective upon date of hire
• Dental and Life insurance paid 100% by the City of Novi
• 401a Defined Contribution retirement plan with 10% employer contribution
• Retiree Health Savings Account with a $100 / month employer contribution
• Generous time off benefits upon hire
• 14 paid holidays
• Optional Roth IRA, 457, Roth 457, and 529 savings plans
• Tuition Reimbursement and Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Wellness Reimbursement Program – including gym membership reimbursement and mental health app reimbursement; 24 / 7 access to on-site fitness facility
• Employee Wellness & Engagement program. Past events have included mental health awareness seminars, Cooking Well series, flu shot clinics, and heart & vascular screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon passing a background check, a physical examination, and a drug screen (we test for marijuana).

Questions about the Deputy Finance Director  position or application accommodation requests can be directed to the Human Resources department by email at or by phone at . The promotion of diversity is fueled by the desire to seek equality of opportunity for all people. The City of Novi is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

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