The Finance Director is responsible for managing the Borough’s financial systems, budget processes, payroll coordination, reporting requirements, audit support, and related administrative operations. The position works closely with the Borough Manager, department heads, elected officials, auditors, vendors, benefit providers, and outside partners to ensure strong financial stewardship and compliance with municipal requirements.
Finance and Budget Administration
- Lead preparation of the Borough’s annual operating and capital improvements budgets with Borough Management and Council.
- Review departmental budget requests for accuracy, justification, and alignment with Borough priorities.
- Monitor revenues, expenditures, cash flow, deposits, and ongoing budget performance.
- Assist the Borough Manager in developing and implementing financial policies.
- Coordinate with department heads on account coding, purchasing, budget questions, and financial processes.
- Support annual audits, including general financial, pension, and liquid fuels audits, and follow up on recommendations.
- Process grant reimbursement requests and related documentation.
- Manage cash deposits, remote deposit review, bond applications, fee schedule updates, insurance claims, and risk management support.
- Approve invoices, payroll, and related financial transactions.
Payroll, Benefits, and Human Resources Support
- Coordinate payroll processing, pay rate updates, deductions, W-2s, 1099s, and special payroll items.
- Administer employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, disability, workers’ compensation, pension, and 457(b) plans.
- Manage annual open enrollment in coordination with the Borough’s benefits broker.
- Support hiring, onboarding, job posting, interview coordination, employee records, I-9 compliance, unemployment compensation matters, and related HR processes.
- Assist with collective bargaining record-keeping and coordination of agreements with payroll and benefits.
- Work with Borough Investment Advisor, actuary, and custodian to manage day-to-day administration of the Borough’s uniform and non-uniform pensions.
- Collaborate with Borough Manager, staff representatives, and council members to guide the Borough Pension Board.
Reporting and Compliance
- Prepare regular financial reports for Borough Council, including expenses, cash collection, refund reports, and quarterly budget reports, or more often as requested.
- Coordinate required monthly and annual filings with agencies including Department of Community Economic Development (DCED), PennDOT, Allegheny County, the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue, the Public Utility Commission (PUC), pension administrators, insurance providers, and other entities.
- Maintain accurate calendars and processes for recurring reporting and compliance deadlines.
Administrative and Operational Support
- Coordinate with the Borough’s IT contractor on technology needs, employee setup, software updates, and administrative systems.
- Maintain contracts with unions, contractors, vendors, and outside organizations.
- Help improve financial, administrative, and operational systems as needed to maintain Borough Finances and Human Resource administration.
Education and Experience
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a 4-year degree (master’s degree preferred) in public administration, finance, accounting, business management or a closely related field, and;
- Three (3) years of increasingly responsible related experience, or
- Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Familiarity with government financial reporting, public-sector budgeting, payroll, audits, and/or compliance reporting preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
- Ability to work collaboratively with managers, department heads, elected officials, employees, vendors, and auditors.
- Comfort using financial, payroll, and administrative software systems.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- A practical, service-oriented approach to problem solving.
- High standards for accuracy, confidentiality, and accountability.
Tools and Equipment
- Requires frequent use of personal computer, including word processing and spreadsheet programs; calculator; telephone; copy machine, scanner, and fax machine.
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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision 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. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. However, when the office is busy, the noise level is moderately loud.
Limitations
- The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed by employees in this job classification. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
- The job description does not constitute an employee agreement between the Borough of Dormont and the employee and is subject to change by the Borough of Dormont as the needs of the Borough and requirements of the job change.
Selection Guidelines
- Formal application or resume; rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.
- Salary Range: $60,000–$80,000
- Comprehensive benefits including Health, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, retirement savings, and generous PTO.
- Dormont is a vibrant, walkable, and engaged community with a strong sense of local identity. The Finance Director will play an important role in supporting the Borough’s financial health, public accountability, and day-to-day operations.
- This position offers the opportunity to contribute directly to the effective management of a community that values responsive government, responsible stewardship, and quality public service.
Qualified candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to:
John P. Stinner Jr
Borough Manager
[email protected]
1444 Hillsdale Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
Applications will be reviewed as received. The Borough of Dormont is an equal opportunity employer.
Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
