FELIX CASTILLO
Eagle Pass,Texas
Summary
Dynamic Municipal Finance Director with over 15 years of experience in public-sector financial leadership and tribal government. Expertise includes overseeing accounting, budgeting, cash and debt management, purchasing, and utility-related financial operations. Proven track record in leading multidisciplinary finance teams, enhancing internal controls, managing audits and capital projects, and providing strategic advice to City Managers and City Councils on fiscal policy and long-term financial planning. Recognized for cultivating high-performing teams, ensuring regulatory compliance, and delivering transparent, citizen-focused financial reporting that fosters community trust and engagement.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Director
City of Eagle Pass, Texas
Eagle Pass, Texas
08.2024 - Current
- Provide strategic leadership and administrative oversight for all municipal financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, purchasing, fixed assets, and financial reporting.
- Lead and develop a multidisciplinary finance team, emphasizing recruitment, training, accountability, and professional growth.
- Prepare and manage the City's $61 million budget and coordinate the City’s overall operating and capital budgets, including multi-year forecasting and fund balance analysis.
- Serve as a key advisor to the City Manager and City Council on fiscal policy, budget priorities, and financial sustainability.
- Coordinate annual external audits, manage auditor requests, reconcile construction-in-progress, and resolve prior-year findings.
- Oversee financial management of bond-funded and capital improvement projects.
- Manage banking relationships, investments, and depository services in compliance with the Texas Public Funds Investment Act (PFIA).
- Strengthen internal controls, segregation of duties, and risk management practices.
- Prepare and present quarterly and annual financial reports and transparent, citizen-focused budget documents.
Accountant of Daily Operations
Kickapoo Traditional Tribe Of Texas
Eagle Pass, TX
2006 - 2008
- Assisted in managing daily operations of accounting department. Supported payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and customer service teams.
- Oversaw timely and accurate issuance of payroll checks.
- · Responsible for making sure that vendors were paid on a time, and according to our chart of accounts
- Monitored customer service practices to uphold standards of kindness and professionalism among staff.
- Designed and implemented check request and requisition forms to streamline accounting processes.
- Established and enforced internal controls for cash handling processes.
Director of Finance
City of Uvalde, Texas
Uvalde, Texas
12.2019 - 08.2024
- Directed all municipal financial functions, including accounting, budgeting, payroll, purchasing, utility billing, municipal court finance, and fixed assets.
- Coordinated preparation and administration of the City’s $29 million annual budget and monitored compliance with Council appropriations.
- Served as primary liaison with external auditors, coordinating annual audits and CAFR preparation.
- Managed cash flow and investments.
- Oversaw capital project accounting and asset capitalization in accordance with GASB standards.
- Developed and implemented financial policies and procedures to improve transparency and accountability.
Community Services Administrator
Kickapoo Traditional Tribe Of Texas
Eagle Pass, TX
01.2015 - 11.2019
- Directed efforts to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency in social and community services, focusing on child welfare, adult protective services, community development, and health services.
- Delivered consistent leadership and operational support to enhance collaboration with program directors and strengthen community partnerships.
- Directed budget review processes, controlling revenues and expenditures to enhance service quality while reducing operational costs.
- Directed planning and implementation of organizational policies, procedures, and programs to enhance operational efficiency.
- Administered and allocated separate budgets for each of the 24 departments to ensure financial accountability.
- Delivered comprehensive support and training to enhance performance and professional development of 30 direct staff members, comprising 24 program directors and 6 executive and administrative assistants.
- Achieved successful communication of facility activities through detailed reports on program expenses and financial budgets. Drove implementation of services and promotional campaigns, resulting in increased engagement. Enhanced operational efficiency by coordinating cross-departmental efforts.
- Oversaw development of all grants and contract applications for submission on behalf of Kickapoo Tribe.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Compliance Officer/Information Technology Operations Manager
Kickapoo Traditional Tribe Of Texas
Eagle Pass, TX
01.2008 - 12.2014
- Developed and implemented compliance policies to ensure adherence to regulations.
- Conducted regular audits to identify compliance gaps and recommend corrective actions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address compliance-related issues proactively.
- Monitored changes in laws and regulations, updating policies accordingly to maintain compliance integrity.
- Provided guidance on risk assessment strategies to mitigate potential compliance risks effectively.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff on regulatory requirements and compliance procedures.
- Reviewed and analyzed internal processes to enhance operational efficiency and compliance standards.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Business Administration
Sul Ross State University
Eagle Pass, TX08.2018
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Sul Ross State University
Eagle Pass, TX05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Biblical and Theological Studies
Baptist University of The Americas
San Antonio, TX12.2014
Skills
- Tyler Technologies (Incode ERP)
- OpenGov Budgeting Software
- ClearGov Budgeting & Transparency Modules
- Microsoft Excel (Advanced), Word, PowerPoint
- Financial Modeling, Forecasting & Reporting Tools
- STW ERP
Affiliations
- Member, Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA)
- Member, Government Finance Officers Association of Texas (GFOAT)
- Member, Texas Municipal League (TML)
ADDITIONAL GOVERNMENT EXPERIENCE
- Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas – Eagle Pass, Texas
- Progressive financial and administrative leadership roles (2003 – November 1, 2019)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Finance Director
City of Eagle Pass, Texas
08.2024 - Current
Director of Finance
City of Uvalde, Texas
12.2019 - 08.2024
Community Services Administrator
Kickapoo Traditional Tribe Of Texas
01.2015 - 11.2019
Compliance Officer/Information Technology Operations Manager
Kickapoo Traditional Tribe Of Texas
01.2008 - 12.2014
Accountant of Daily Operations
Kickapoo Traditional Tribe Of Texas
2006 - 2008
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Business Administration
Sul Ross State University
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Sul Ross State University
Bachelor of Arts - Biblical and Theological Studies
Baptist University of The Americas