FINANCE DIRECTOR (Full Time)
Supervised By: Chairman, Board of Commissioners
FLSA: Exempt
Position Summary:
Under the general direction of the Board, the Finance Director plans, organizes, directs, and evaluates the operations of the Finance Department. Responsible for the oversight of the County’s financial, budgetary, accounting, and BS&A computer information software.
Essential Duties and Job Functions:
1. Serves as the chief financial officer of the County. Plans, organizes and directs the activities of the Finance Department in accordance with state law, accounting principles, and local policies. Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures and provides guidance on accounting and reporting procedures and County fiscal policies.
2. Plans, establishes, and directs revisions of accounts and funds in accordance with governmental generally accepted accounting principles and State of Michigan law; monitors all funds and accounts to insure proper use.
3. Reviews vouchers, entries, financial statements, and other financial supporting data and reports for propriety and accuracy. Presents reports in public forums for all funds as needed.
4. Directs a system of internal accounting controls to verify appropriate accountancy. Reviews purchase orders and check runs for budgetary support and board approvals before checks are issued.
5. Directs and completes the preparation of audit schedules for annual audit; coordinates audit with outside auditors; utilizes county personnel to complete audit-related requests as needed.
6. Performs the maintenance of financial records, required supporting documentation and fund distributions; authorizes journal entries, purchase orders, and expenditures; plans and supervises quarterly and year-end closing procedures. Reviews variances and submits to Board for authorization as required.
7. Compiles the annual County budget document and budget summary information; coordinates and attends budget meetings; works with other departments regarding budget submissions; recommends budget transfers and amendments when needed throughout the year. Prepares and administers departmental budget throughout the fiscal year.
8. Performs feasibility studies and prepares reports. Maintains property value, millage and all funds histories and related statistics for forecasting, analysis and reporting. Coordinates with bond counsel in securing debt issues for the County.
9. Coordinates grant programs with other County departments; supervises individual grant accounting and files as required by grantor agencies and auditors.
10. Researches and prepares background information and proposed resolutions for Board consideration; prepares and delivers oral and written presentations to the Board, and other groups/entities.
11. Plans, organizes and directs comprehensive disaster recovery programs and related procedures and protocols related to the County’s financial systems.
12. Acts as staff liaison to various internal and external boards, authorities, committees, municipalities and related groups. Provides data in written and oral format to requesting boards and committees on a regular basis.
13. Keeps abreast of legislative developments, new administrative techniques, and current accounting trends through continued education and professional growth. Maintains cooperative relations with peer agencies and other governmental units. Attends conferences, workshops, and seminars as appropriate.
14. Acts as departmental spokesperson, establishing and maintaining effective relationships with other departments and administrators, citizens, the media, county officials, employees and other interests. Responds to public inquiries and investigates complaints.
15. Performs other duties as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Minimum Qualifications:
A. A bachelor’s degree in accounting, business or public administration, or a related field.
B. Seven years of progressively responsible experience in professional accounting or finance, preferably fund accounting, with prior experience in supervising a finance department or operation.
C. Experience in governmental accounting or knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and governmental accounting principles and practices and the ability to apply them accurately.
D. Knowledge of governmental laws and regulations and the ability to interpret and apply laws to a variety of financial transactions.
E. Skill in completing complex financial analysis, forecasts and models.
F. Skill in utilizing computer systems and related software packages and the ability to direct and maintain the support of accounting/finance computer systems.
G. Skill in responding to public inquiries and internal requests with a high degree of diplomacy and professionalism.
H. Skill in effectively communicating ideas and concepts orally and in writing, and in making presentations in public forums.
I. Skill in building and maintaining effective working relationships with subordinates, peers, elected officials, the media, professional contacts, and the general public.
J. Ability to develop budget forecasts and prepare comprehensive and accurate reports.
K. Ability to work effectively in a complex political environment.
L. Ability to research, prepare, present, and implement multifaceted programs, studies, and projects effectively.
M. Ability to attend meetings outside of normal business hours.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
An employee in this position spends the majority of their time in an office setting with a controlled climate where they sit and work on a computer for extended periods of time, communicate by telephone, email or in person, and move around the office or travel to other locations to attend meetings.
Compensation will depend on qualifications and experience of the candidate. This is a salaried position.
Arenac County is an equal employment employer and will not discriminate against a job applicant or an employee because of the person's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, transgender status, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
Pay: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Governmental accounting: 7 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Standish, MI 48658 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Standish, MI 48658: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
