Village of Oak Park, Comptroller

Job Classification:
Comptroller
Department/Division Finance
Employment Status:
Full-time
Annual Salary/Grade: $122,100 – $177,045/Grade 11
Anticipated Hiring Range: $122,100 – $130,000 +/- DOQ
FLSA:
Exempt
Union:
Non-Union
Employment Commission: N/A
Deadline for Application:
Posted until filled, first review March 10, 2026

Under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer, this newly created position provides highly responsible and complex management of the Village’s accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance functions. The Comptroller leads the month-end and year-end close, maintains the general ledger and related reconciliations, oversees accounts payable and key disbursement controls, leads the annual audit and ACFR preparation, oversees bank and cash transaction controls, and supervises assigned accounting, utility billing accounting, and cashiering staff.

The position coordinates closely with the Deputy Chief Financial Officer (Budget & Operations), Payroll Accountant, Grants & Procurement Coordinator, and other departments to ensure accurate financial information, timely reporting, and strong stewardship of public resources.
Five to ten years of increasingly responsible experience in governmental accounting and financial reporting, including at least two years of supervisory experience; experience with enterprise funds/utility billing and audit/ACFR processes is strongly preferred. Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, or a related field. CPA is required; alternatively, a combination of CPFO certification and an MBA may be considered.

For additional information on the position visit our website at http:// Applications and resumes may also be submitted by mail to:
Human Resources, Village of Oak Park, 123 Madison Street, Oak Park, IL 60302; by email to: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).; or by fax to: . The Village of Oak Park offers a highly competitive benefit package including but not limited to a retirement plan, deferred compensation program, social security, medical, dental, vision & life insurance, flexible spending accounts, vacation and sick leave.