City of Manhattan, Kansas
Chief Financial Officer | CFO
Annual salary: $164,760 to $214,157 DOQ
Competitive benefits include KPERS pension, generous leave, parental leave, and relocation assistance.
First application review: May 15, 2026.
Ready to move beyond managing numbers and start shaping a community?
The City of Manhattan, Kansas, known as "The Little Apple", is seeking a strategic, forward-thinking Chief Financial Officer to lead financial operations for a vibrant university community with a $230M budget and a strong commitment to innovation, transparency, and long-term sustainability.
This is a rare opportunity to partner directly with the City Manager and executive leadership to modernize financial strategy, strengthen long-range budgeting, and guide critical decisions around capital investment, revenue diversification, and fiscal policy. With a newly implemented Oracle ERP system, the City is poised for its next evolution and needs a CFO who can lead that transformation.
You'll oversee all core financial functions, including budgeting, accounting, investments, debt management, and financial reporting, while building a culture of collaboration, accountability, and trust across the organization.
The ideal candidate brings:
- Proven experience in municipal finance leadership
- Strength in strategic budgeting, forecasting, and CIP planning
- Ability to communicate complex financial issues to elected officials and the community
- A collaborative leadership style with a clear vision for organizational improvement
Manhattan offers an exceptional quality of life with 29 parks, 170 miles of trails, a thriving arts scene, and the energy of Kansas State University.
Lead with purpose. Build what's next. Apply today.
https://cpshr.us/recruitment/2603
Confidential inquiries welcome.
For more information, contact:
Abby Ackers
Senior Executive Recruiter
CPS HR Consulting
(916) 471-3422
aackers@cpshr.us
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City of Manhattan, Kansas website: https://www.manhattanks.gov
The City of Manhattan, Kansas is an equal opportunity employer.