Finance Director – Oconto County

SUMMARY
Directs and coordinates the overall planning, organizing, directing and controlling of the countywide financial and accounting functions. Has the direct responsibility of County financial reports, consolidation of information and investments.

Examples of Duties
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Establishes countywide uniform policies in financial procedures, fiscal reporting, accounting methods, payroll procedures and budget preparation with the approval of the Administration Committee.

Coordinates, maintains and reviews existing and new financial and accounting systems.
Provides advice, counsel, and direction to department heads to the extent necessary to insure effective administration and implementation of approved fiscal policies, plans and programs.

Develops and recommends long-range fiscal programs and financial systems; reviews and develops information systems; reviews and develops information systems and programs in line with County policy and future needs.

Supervises the centralized accounting, payroll and cash management services for County Departments.

Recommends changes in accounting methods and systems, supervises the installation, maintenance and updates of new and existing accounting systems and procedures.

Responsible for county, state and federal financial reports, budgets, financial analysis and studies of revenues, expenditures, assets, liabilities and equities.

Plans, organizes, and supervises budget preparation activities; assists Administration Committee and County Board in its review of the annual budget.

Conducts internal audits upon request of the Administration Committee and/or County Board of supervisors. Coordinates activities of outside auditors or other financial review bodies.

Provides monthly financial statements to the Administration Committee, County Board and departments detailing the County’s overall financial condition.

Responsible for debt administration, and cash management with the approval of the Administration Committee.

Develops data information required for bond insurance and debt reduction. Advises Administration Committee and County Board as to bonding companies, banks and investment rating services.

Prepares fiscal notes on resolutions presented to the County Board.

Will perform duties of County Auditor as prescribed by Wisconsin Statute 59.72.

With the guidance of the Administration Committee, develops investment policies.

Typical Qualifications
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; and three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. CPA highly preferred but not required.

Considerable knowledge of accounting and auditing principles and methods and their application to governmental accounting systems.

Considerable knowledge of the laws and regulations relating to the auditing and fiscal responsibilities of the County.

Ability to keep up-to-date on the financial impact of changing state and federal legislation and agency actions.

Ability to analyze and interpret financial and accounting data and reports.

Ability to determine violations and non-compliance, to detect and explain significant accounting irregularities, and to recommend effective corrective measures.

Ability to establish and maintain satisfactory working relationships with other employees and the public.

Ability to be resourceful in solving complex auditing problems and recommending changes in accounting procedures.

Ability to plan and coordinate short and long-range projects designed to improve financial and fiscal systems and procedures.

Considerable knowledge of the concepts and applications of data processing information systems.

Supplemental Information
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Directly supervises one employee in the Finance Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include: may assistance with interviewing and hiring process, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Makes recommendations which are given particular weight regarding the hiring, firing, advancement, promotion or any change of status of other employees.

Visit http://www.co.oconto.wi.us to apply.