Chief Financial Officer
Dallas Police and Fire Pension System

Dallas Police & Fire Pension System is seeking a Chief Financial Officer. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Chief Financial Officer serves as a key member of the executive leadership team, responsible for all accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting functions. This role blends hands-on financial leadership with strategic oversight, requiring both technical excellence and strong collaboration across the organization. The next CFO will be a financially astute, collaborative leader who brings both technical expertise and strong interpersonal skills.
The ideal candidate will:
  • Be a CPA or possess equivalent advanced governmental accounting expertise
  • Have experience in public sector, pension systems, or audit/accounting environments
  • Demonstrate strong knowledge of GASB standards, financial reporting, and internal controls
  • Bring working knowledge of actuarial funding concepts and investment accounting
  • Be a hands-on leader comfortable operating in a small organization
  • Exhibit strong communication skills, emotional intelligence, and adaptability
  • Be a problem solver and consensus builder who can work effectively with strong personalities

Location: Dallas, Texas
Salary: $150,000 - $275,000
Final filing date: First review of applications: May 8, 2026
Please make sure to have your Resume, Cover Letter, and List of References ready for upload before you start the application process. One combined document that includes all three items is preferred.