Melissa, Texas, is located on the northern edge of the bustling Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area, 35 miles north of Dallas. It is a fast-growing, progressive suburb that is home to more than 25,000 residents who take pride in preserving their small-town, family-friendly ambiance and attitude. Melissa operates under a council-manager form of government, and the Melissa City Council is comprised of the Mayor and six Council Members.

The Finance Department handles all budget, audit, accounting, treasury management, payroll, and financial reporting for the City of Melissa. This Department is committed to all accounting and finance functions for Melissa and is focused on managing the City’s resources in an efficient, effective, and responsible manner. The City has been awarded the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Distinguished Budget Presentation Award annually since 2008, recognizing its commitment to responsible and comprehensive financial reporting. Additionally, the City of Melissa has received the GFOA Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting every year annually since 2009. The City Council has adopted Financial Policies that the City’s budget and services are built upon.

Reporting to the Executive Director of Administrative Services, the Finance Director oversees the Finance and Accounting Division of the City of Melissa and offers financial support of all other Departments. This position leads the development of the annual City budget and monitors its ongoing execution throughout the year. This is a unique opportunity to grow with an organization and build a professional, responsive department. The City employee count has doubled since 2020, and employee additions will be the focus of future budgets in order to keep up with increasingly complex financial functions of a hyper-growth city.

The City of Melissa seeks a collaborative servant-leader, who is approachable and discerning, to serve as its next Finance Director. The ideal candidate will have a high level of emotional intelligence. They will be innovative and excited to build the Finance Department as the City continues to grow. This position requires a bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, or a related field, and eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in government fiscal services or governmental auditing. Three (3) years of administrative and supervisory experience is required. Must be current on Public Funds Investment Act training. A Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) is strongly preferred or be currently enrolled in the program and be able to obtain certification within a reasonable amount of time. A valid Texas driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record is required. Candidates must successfully complete a drug screening and background check. Any combination of education and experience which would provide the desired knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successfully perform the job, may be considered.

For more information on this position contact:

Lissa Barker, Sr. Vice President
Strategic Government Resources
LissaBarker@GovernmentResource.com
817-266-0647