The City of Westbrook is seeking an experienced and collaborative finance professional to serve as its next Finance Director. Reporting to the City Administrator and serving as the City's Chief Financial Officer and Municipal Treasurer, this leadership position is responsible for overseeing all financial operations and ensuring the long-term fiscal health and stability of one of Maine's fastest-growing communities.
The Finance Director leads the Finance Department and oversees accounting, budgeting, payroll, tax collection, purchasing, debt management, investments, auditing, financial reporting, and treasury functions. The position serves as a trusted advisor to City leadership, elected officials, department heads, and community stakeholders on financial planning, policy, and strategic initiatives.
The City of Westbrook is committed to fostering a professional, respectful, and welcoming workplace. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and ensure that hiring decisions are based on experience, skills, and the needs of the role. We also welcome applications from women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans. Our goal is to create an environment where every employee can contribute meaningfully and feel supported in their role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage all Finance Department operations.
- Serve as Municipal Treasurer and oversee the collection, custody, and disbursement of City funds.
- Direct the development and administration of the City's annual operating and capital budgets.
- Prepare and present financial reports, forecasts, and recommendations to City leadership and elected officials.
- Coordinate bond financing, capital funding, and debt management activities.
- Oversee annual audits and ensure compliance with GAAP, GASB, and applicable federal and state regulations.
- Maintain strong internal controls, financial policies, and risk management practices.
- Supervise, mentor, and develop Finance Department staff.
- Provide financial leadership and support for City projects, programs, and long-range planning initiatives.
Education and Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required.
- Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in governmental or municipal finance, accounting, budgeting, auditing, or a related field, including supervisory experience.
- CPA, CGFO, or similar professional certification preferred.
- Strong knowledge of governmental accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, treasury management, and municipal operations.
- Demonstrated leadership, communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
- The successful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive background and credit check and obtain and maintain bonding.
For further details, the full job description is available here.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive salary range of $120,149.03 - $141,529.43 per year.
- This position is a non-union position.
- A comprehensive benefits package includes medical (PPO plan at 12% premium cost, plus HRA reimbursement), dental, vision, life insurance (one times base salary), short and long-term disability, and employee assistance program.
- Generous paid leave including vacation, sick, and 13 holidays per year.
- Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses.
- Retirement program of the Maine Public Employees Retirement Plan (Maine PERS) or defined 457 with matching up to 6%.
Application Process:
Whether you have found us through our jobs page, Indeed, the Maine Municipal Association (MMA), Facebook, or other platforms, you can apply online, via email, or in-person. Be sure to include all necessary information, including the position applied for, salary requirement, experience, education, qualifications, and certifications.
- Online application
- Interested applicants should send their resume and letter of interest to the Human Resources Department at HR@westbrook.me.us.
- In-Person Applications at 2 York Street, Westbrook, ME
- Applicants who are not currently based in Maine should include a brief statement addressing their plans and readiness to relocate, including timing and reason for interest in the region.
Applicants selected as finalists for this position will be subject to a comprehensive reference and background check including credit check.
The City of Westbrook is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
About the City of Westbrook:
The City of Westbrook was a traditional mill city that has grown and diversified significantly over the last two decades to become a residential hub and business center for the region. Westbrook has a population of over 20,000 and covers 17.36 square miles. Westbrook is centrally located to both urban and rural amenities. Currently, the City employs approximately 195 full-time and 80 variable-hour employees, covered by five different Collective Bargaining Agreements. The departments contained within the City are the Mayor’s Office, Economic Development, City Clerk, Finance, Human Resources, Planning, Code Enforcement, & Assessing, Public Services, Community Services, General Assistance, Library, Police, Fire & Rescue, and Dispatch.
The Finance Department manages all aspects of the City's financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, payroll, and compliance with financial regulations. It handles disbursements, motor and recreational vehicle registrations, tax payments, hunting and fishing licenses, and sewer and tax liens. Finance also provides financial analysis and advice to the City Council and other departments, ensuring responsible financial stewardship. The department works closely with auditors and ensures the City meets state and federal financial requirements. The department is staffed by nine full-time employees.
