Town Seeks New Finance Director

East Greenwich's finance director, Cathy Raposa, is leaving to take a similar position with the Town of Barrington, Town Manager Tom Coyle announced Tuesday.

Raposa, who has been EG's finance director for five and a half years, lives in Warren, which borders Barrington. 

Her departure (in early January) marks another shift in a six-month period for the town that's been full of change. In June, the independent East Greenwich Fire District became a town department. In July, long-time Town Manager Bill Sequino left for a new job. 

In August, Fire Chief Peter Henrikson retired. In October, Police Chief Tom Coyle was named EG's new town manager. Both chief positions have yet to be filled.

"We thank her for her service to East Greenwich and in light of that, we're seeking a new finance director," said Town Council President Michael Isaacs Tuesday. 

Here's the ad for the finance director position:

The Town of East Greenwich is seeking an experienced Finance Director reporting to the Town Manager. This position is responsible for directing all financial related activities within the Town including treasury management, budgets, tax collection, audits, in-house payroll, accounts payable, banking, purchasing and supervision of a staff of eight (8). Proficiency with Munis is preferred.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 7 years of recent and progressively responsible financial administration experience, preferably in the public sector. Bachelor’s degree in accounting required. A Master’s degree in a related field and CPA are preferred. Strong verbal presentation skills and availability for night meetings are needed.

Interested candidates should forward a resume, letter of interest and contact information for three professional references to the Executive Assistant to the Town Manager at tcoyle@eastgreenwichri.com. No phone calls please.