Buffalo, MN, (pop. 16,168) a growing community just 45 minutes northwest of Minneapolis and 30 minutes from St. Cloud, combines small-town charm with suburban conveniences, boasting a pedestrian-friendly, lakeside downtown centered around Sturges Park. As the Wright County seat with easy access to two state highways, Buffalo offers an exceptional level of city services, quality amenities, and community programs. Home to two lakes, five regional parks, 30 neighborhood parks, and an established trail network, Buffalo is rich in natural beauty. The city also features an active downtown with unique shopping and dining options. Supported by a highly regarded public school district known for academic excellence, Buffalo ensures a vital community life with ample opportunities for recreation, culture, and education.

The City of Buffalo employs approximately 99 full-time workers and an additional 35 seasonal workers. The city's general fund budget is $13.4 million, while the total budget, including city-owned utilities, is approximately $60.5 million in planned revenue and $65.2 million in planned expenses to support capital projects. Buffalo's departments include Administration, Airport, Development Services, Finance, Fire, Parks Storm Water, Recreation, Public Works, Police, and Utilities. The Utilities department oversees electric, fiber internet, water, sewer, and streetlight systems. Additionally, the city owns and operates its own municipal liquor enterprise, Buffalo Wine & Spirits.

Oversees city-wide accounting and budgeting operations, including fund management, debt management, budget adjustments, utility billing, and account evaluations. Coordinates fiscal activities, personnel, and communications to meet organizational accounting needs. Collaborates on business strategy, assisting in policy development to fulfill the City’s mission. Supports daily financial and accounting operations and supervises finance staff. In the absence of the City Administrator, supports overall city operations as needed.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor’s in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or Business Administration
• Minimum of seven (7) years’ progressively responsible accounting or finance experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ previous supervisory experience.

THE PREFERRED CANDIDATE WILL:

• Have a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Public Finance Officer certification.
• Have experience in preparing the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.
• Have extensive government accounting experience at an accountant level or higher.
• Be proficient in managing debt and investments.
• Be skilled in billing and limited collections operations.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The salary range for the Finance Director/Assistant City Administrator position is $133,182 - $166,462 DOQ. A cost-of-living adjustment is anticipated for 2025. The City of Buffalo provides an excellent and comprehensive benefits package, including the option of a partially remote schedule.

HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should apply online at www.GovHRjobs.com by January 8, 2025, with resume, cover letter and contact information for five work-related references to the attention of Mike Brethorst, MGT Senior Consultant, Tel: 218-329-0700. Buffalo, MN is an Equal Opportunity Employer.