ONSITE ROLE – This position is not eligible for remote work.
Starting salary: $79,684.80 – $92,632.80 (depending on experience)
Closing Date
3/13/2026 11:59 PM Central
Why Work for the City of Pensacola?
Become an integral member of our Economic Development team and play a key role in ensuring the financial integrity and compliance of redevelopment and grant-funded programs. The Finance & Compliance Officer supports City operations, with significant responsibilities tied to the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) and tax increment financing (TIF) initiatives.
JOB SUMMARY/OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION: The Finance & Compliance Officer performs professional work overseeing financial compliance, accounting operations, and contract administration for the City of Pensacola’s Economic Development Department, with a special emphasis on redevelopment initiatives managed by the CRA. This role maintains audit-ready records, manages internal controls, ensures compliance with applicable laws and grant requirements, and provides financial oversight for large and complex projects.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Manage financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, fund management, and reporting related to TIF and state/federal grants.
- Ensure compliance with Florida statutes, City financial policies, and grant regulations.
- Provide strategic financial analysis and recommendations to leadership and redevelopment boards.
- Oversee internal controls, expenditure approvals, and government accounting processes.
- Lead financial reporting and audit coordination for CRA and grant-funded programs.
- Supervise and support professional and administrative staff.
- Serve as a key liaison with internal departments, auditors, grantors, and other stakeholders.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field required (Master’s preferred).
- Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in financial operations, compliance monitoring, and contract/grant administration.
- Preferred certifications include CPA, CMA, CGFM, or GFOA, and economic development credentials (e.g., CEcD).
- Experience with public-sector financial management, especially involving TIF, is a plus.