Top 7 Head of finance Jobs in Mississippi

Chief Financial Officer
The City of Oxford —Oxford, MS
- Full-time
- CPA
- Office
- Finance
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City Clerk/Chief Financial Officer
CITY OF MCCOMB —McComb, MS
- From $72,611.43 a year
- Email
- Mid-level
- Office
- Supervising experience
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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3d
Chief Financial Officer
Coastal Family Health Center, Inc. —Gulfport, MS
- From $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
- Bachelor of Science
- Analysis skills
- Retirement plan
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Chief Financial Officer - Software Technology Industry
Ideal Software Systems, Inc. —Meridian, MS
- Full-time
- Background check
- CPA
- Bachelor of Science
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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City Clerk/Chief Financial Officer
Mississippi Municipal League —McComb, MS
- Data analysis skills
- Office
- Driver's License
3d
Chief Actuary
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi —Flowood, MS
- Full-time
- 8 years
- SQL
- Supervising experience
Chief Financial Officer
The Baddour Center —Senatobia, MS
- $90,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
- Office
- Windows
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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City Clerk/Chief Financial Officer
CITY OF MCCOMB —McComb, MS
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field; At least two (2) years’ experience in municipal government with some…
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City Clerk/Chief Financial Officer
Mississippi Municipal League —McComb, MS
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field; Ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable, functional, structural and composite…
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Drafts correspondence and responses to routine memos and letters. Excels at working in a team environment to coordinate the executive’s strategic involvement in…
Chief Financial Officer
Central Ohio Primary Care Physicians,Inc —Westerville, OH
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Chief Financial Officer

The City of Oxford -
Oxford, MS

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Job Details

Full-time
7 days ago

Qualifications

Staff supervision
Team supervision
Bachelor's degree
GAAP
Managing accounting teams
Accounting and finance experience
Accounting standards

Full Job Description

Skills & Competencies:

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
Visionary mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.
Strong leadership and team development skills.
Detail-oriented with a high level of integrity and accountability.
Proficient in financial systems, Tyler software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Working Conditions:

Full-time, salaried position with benefits.
Office-based, with occasional evening meetings required.
Attendance at Board of Aldermen meetings and city functions will be required.

Position Title: Chief Financial Officer

Department: Financial Administration
Reports To: Mayor and Board of Aldermen
FLSA Status: Exempt
Supervises: City Clerk, Comptroller, Deputy Clerks, Accounts Payable Clerks

Position Overview

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a key executive leader for the City of Oxford, Mississippi, responsible for the financial integrity, transparency, and long-term sustainability of the City. This forward-thinking and visionary role leads a multifaceted team and oversees all aspects of municipal finance; including budgeting, tax collection, investments, procurement, employee benefits, records management and Inventory.

The CFO plays a critical role in strategic planning, policy development, and high-level decision-making, ensuring that Oxford remains fiscally strong while preparing for future growth. This position also serves as a primary liaison with the Mississippi Municipal League and other governmental and financial partners.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Financial Leadership

Develop and execute the City’s annual operating and capital improvement budgets in alignment with long-term strategic goals.
Provide regular financial reports, projections, and recommendations to the Mayor, Board of Aldermen and department heads.
Lead the City’s financial planning efforts, including forecasting, investment strategy and debt management.

Tax Collection & Revenue Management

Oversee the billing, collection, and reconciliation of all municipal taxes, including sales, tourism and franchise taxes.

Employee Benefits & Insurance

Administer the City’s retirement programs, including PERS and supplemental retirement options.
Lead the evaluation and potential transition to a self-insured health plan and manage its administration if implemented.

Procurement, Inventory & Accounts Payable

Supervise procurement and purchasing processes, ensuring legal compliance, cost-effectiveness and accountability.
Oversee inventory tracking and asset management citywide.

Records & Transparency

Manage the processing of public records requests in compliance with Mississippi public records law.

Leadership & Supervision

Provide strategic leadership to direct reports, including the City Clerk, Comptroller, four Deputy Clerks.
Foster a culture of professionalism, accuracy, innovation and service within the Finance Department.

External Collaboration

Represent the City in all financial dealings with banks, auditors, bond counsel and investment consultants.
Serve as the City’s financial liaison to the Mississippi Municipal League (MML), staying informed on legislation, training and municipal finance trends.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field.
Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible financial management experience, including leadership of a finance team.
Strong knowledge of municipal accounting standards (GAAP), public budgeting, procurement laws, and governmental reporting requirements.
Proven ability to interpret financial data, manage large budgets and provide strategic recommendations.

Preferred Qualifications:

CPA or Master’s degree in related field.
Experience working within a municipal or county government.
Demonstrated leadership in evaluating or managing self-insured health plans.
Engagement with the Mississippi Municipal League (MML) through leadership, committee work, or policy involvement.
Familiarity with PERS and other public retirement systems.

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