Chief Financial Officer

This position oversees all aspects of the Finance and Accounting functions of the County and is responsible to plan, control, design and implement all financial activities in compliance with Governmental Accounting Standards Board accounting standards, regulations and legal requirements. Responsible for the development of reports, financial statements, coordination of external audit and actionable recommendations on both organizational strategy and operations.  Functions reporting to this position include accounting, payroll, accounts payable and budget. Requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting, financial administration, or related field, supplemented by four to eight years of general or governmental accounting experience, preferably local government (e.g. County, municipal or public works). Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and experience using automated accounting systems, including report writing and analysis of data. Reports to the County Administrator.