Description

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for the strategic leadership and management of the County’s financial operations, ensuring fiscal integrity, efficiency, and transparency. This position oversees the development and implementation of financial policies, annual budgets, audits, investments, debt management, payroll, and procurement in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements, state statutes, and federal law.

This is a non-union position. Complete 2026 pay sale is $46.56 - $60.89/hr. For a complete position description, click here.

Essential Functions

This job description indicates the normal type and level of work expected of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as apparent or assigned.

Uses independent judgment to provide supervision and leadership to department personnel under the span of control. Makes recommendations on matters of hiring and discipline. Conducts ongoing feedback, coaching, mentoring, and timely formal reviews of performance for staff. Provides training and work direction, ensuring staff know and follow department and county rules, as well as sound work and safety practices, to accomplish the job objectives and avoid injury or loss.
Responsible for communications that maintain relationships key to the function of the county. Plans and carries out communications at a level that can impact the morale and performance of staff.
Lead the development of the County’s annual operating and capital budgets, including multi-year financial forecasting and capital improvement planning. Provide strategic fiscal advice to the County Board, Administrator, and department leadership. Monitor, analyze, and report on fiscal performance, recommending policy adjustments as needed.
Direct and oversee countywide accounting, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, grants administration, and procurement functions. Oversee preparation of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and coordination of the annual audit process. Ensure compliance with GAAP, GASB, state and federal reporting requirements, and County policies.
Manage investment of County funds to optimize returns within established risk parameters. Oversee issuance and repayment of County debt, maintaining strong credit ratings. Coordinate financial impact analysis of legislative proposals and market conditions.
Oversee ERP/financial system administration ensuring accurate, timely, and efficient operations. Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, internal controls, and customer service.
Work with the County Administrator to prepare financial reports for presentations to the County Board and community stakeholders in a clear and transparent manner. Collaborate with department heads, external agencies, and rating agencies to represent the County’s financial position.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
Minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible financial management experience, including four (4) years in a senior leadership role in public sector finance.
Must successfully complete a criminal history background check.
Class D Driver’s License.

Selection Process

Candidates will be selected based on a review of training and experience. A skills assessment may be required. Top candidates will be invited to participate in oral interviews.

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