Chief Financial Officer - Kansas City Public Library, MO

Are you a strategic financial leader who can guide complex public-sector operations, drive long-term planning, and ensure fiscal accountability? If so, apply to be the Kansas City Public Library's next Chief Financial Officer! We're looking for an exceptional, collaborative executive who is: Experienced in public-sector financial management and budgeting Skilled in leading teams and improving financial systems and processes Adept at communicating complex financial information to diverse stakeholders Kansas City, Missouri is a vibrant, culturally rich metropolitan area known for its affordability, strong sense of community, and dynamic arts and entertainment scene. Located in the heart of the Midwest near the Missouri and Kansas River confluence, Kansas City offers its 516,000 residents access to world-class museums, live music, professional sports, and renowned diningespecially its iconic barbecue. The Kansas City Public Library operates as an independent public library district and political subdivision of the State of Missouri. Governance is provided by a nine-member Board of Trustees, with seven members appointed by the Mayor of Kansas City and one each by the mayors of Independence and Sugar Creek. The new Chief Financial Officer will report to the Chief Executive Officer. The ideal candidate is a strategic and operationally focused finance leader with deep experience in public-sector financial management. Required qualifications include: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, public or business administration, or related field 8-10 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in financial operations Minimum 3 years of governmental accounting experience Preferred qualifications include: Familiarity with Missouri or regional public finance and property taxation CPA designation or related certification Experience with public funding, audits, and financial systems The salary range for this position is $123,001 - $156.827, depending on experience and qualifications. Please apply online For more information on this position, contact: Kevin Knutson, Senior Vice President ... ... SGR partners with local governments to Recruit, Assess, and Develop Innovative, Collaborative, Authentic Leaders. In other words, we're RADICAL! We provide a variety of services to local government including: executive recruitment, live and online training, psychometric assessments, employee coaching and mentoring, consulting, interim management and other collaborative activities to bring value to local government and promote a servant leadership culture. Today, SGR has over 300 local government clients in 41 states, and the list continues to grow!