Job Description
Job Summary
The Municipal Airport Authority of the City of Fargo, ND (MAA) is seeking a strategic and experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the airport’s financial and administrative operations. This is an executive management position, under the administrative direction of the Executive Director. This position may be part-time at 32 hours per week or full-time at 40 hours per week. The CFO will oversee budgeting, financial planning, reporting, compliance ensuring fiscal responsibility and supporting the MAA’s long-term growth and sustainability.
Key Responsibilities (Essential Job Functions)
The essential functions of the CFO position include, but are not limited to:
Financial Operations and Management:
- Direct the financial operations of the MAA, including budgeting, internal/external financial reporting, surplus fund investment, fixed asset management, and fiduciary responsibility for overall MAA assets.
- Assist the Executive Director to develop and manage the MAA’s annual operating budget and long-term financial plans
- Oversee financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis to support strategic decision-making.
- Coordinate accounting for the bond/long term debt portfolio.
- Monitor and recommend rates and charges for tenants and customers.
- Monitor cash flow, investments, and financial risk management.
- Prepare and distribute the monthly and annual financial reports.
- Review payroll records and reports.
- Manage accounting, procurement, and audit functions.
- Assist Office Manager and Operations Specialist with payroll processing as necessary.
- Assist Office Manager with Accounts Receivable (AR) invoices, track AR payments, bank deposits, and monitor outstanding balances.
- Assist Office Manager with Accounts Payable (AP) invoices, review coding, and process for payment.
Auditing and Compliance:
§ Work directly with the independent auditor in the conduct of annual audits; prepare audit adjustments and preliminary reports.
§ Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial regulations and reporting requirements.
§ Perform federal and state grant administration and reporting, work directly with federal and state officials on financial issues.
§ Prepare federal reports for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
§ Assist with reports for the Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) program and monitor the Airport Concession Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE) and (DBE) project program.
§ Assist with Transportation Security Administration (TSA) audits
Executive Leadership and Administration:
§ Work with MAA Office Manager and staff who are involved with payroll, A/R, A/P, fixed asset management processing functions.
§ Work with current outsourced firm who manages MAA payroll and benefits, human resources, and safety training. (currently Pro Resources)
§ Maintain a tracking system for tenant leases.
§ Coordinate with executive leadership and contract engineering firm on capital improvement projects and funding strategies.
§ Participate in the recruitment and hiring process as necessary.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a closely related field required. Master’s Degree preferred.
Experience : Minimum of 7 years of progressive financial leadership experience, preferably in the public sector or transportation.
- Experience at a commercial service airport and working with an appointed board or elected officials is highly desirable. Knowledge of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airport Improvement Program grant assurances, (e.g. revenue diversion, self-sufficiency requirements, unjust discrimination), Transportation Security Administration (TSA) requirements, federal aviation laws, FAA Airport Revenue Use Policy, Passenger Facility Charge Program (PFC) regulations and requirements, and Federal Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) rules and regulations for airport debt is preferred.
- Five years of experience in fund accounting.
- Five years of experience in a managerial or supervisory capacity.
- A minimum of two years of experience in QuickBooks.
Skills :
- Strong knowledge of governmental accounting standards and financial reporting.
- Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local laws as well as the FAA and TSA.
- Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Required Knowledge & Skills:
- Strong knowledge of governmental accounting standards and financial reporting.
- Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local laws as well as the FAA and TSA.
- Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Expertise in administrative and executive planning, management, and control.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and manage multiple priorities.
- Possesses the ability to think proactively and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
- Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Exercise sound judgement and creativity in making decisions.
- Knowledge of airport management practices as applied to financial and grants management, auditing, and public accounting, with a special emphasis on airport accounting.
- Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite.
Other:
- Possession of a valid State driver’s license.
- The person hired would be on-site. An off-site arrangement could be considered depending upon experience.
- Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a fingerprint-based FBI criminal history record check, a pre-employment drug test and a TSA security threat assessment to be issued an airport identification badge.
Physical Demands & Working Conditions
Physical Demands : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Finger dexterity to utilize a keyboard to input information on a computer.
- This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, opening file cabinets, and bend or stand as necessary.
- Ability to frequently lift and carry files and other media weighing up to twenty-five (25) pounds up to a distance of approximately 20 feet.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee might encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This position primarily operates in a professional climate-controlled office environment. Terminal areas, including those areas not open to the public.
- Non-climate-controlled aircraft hangars.
- Domestic travel to support MAA financial operations
- This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.
Additional Information
- FLSA Status: This is an exempt position under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), meaning it is not eligible for overtime compensation.
- Schedule: 32-40 hours per week, depending on business needs and candidate availability. While the standard schedule is 40 hours per week, we are open to candidates seeking a reduced full-time schedule (minimum 32 hours), provided core responsibilities are met.
- Salary and Benefits: This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, as well as a PTO program.
- Salary Range: $96,000 to $130,560
- Equal Opportunity: MAA is an equal opportunity employer.
- Deadline for applications: February 9, 2026
- Submit Resume, Cover Letter and References: to shawn@fargoairport.com
Some requirements in this job description may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. All requirements are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and experience required. To perform this job successfully, the worker must possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. The Executive Director retains the discretion to add duties or change the duties of this position at any time.
The MAA is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment. A pre-employment drug test is required as a condition of employment. The MAA prohibits the use of alcohol, illegal drugs, as well as the misuse of prescription medications by all employees while on duty.
Pay: $96,000.00 - $130,560.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Family leave
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Job Tags
Full time, Contract work, Part time, Work at office, Local area,