Assistant Finance Director

Isanti County • Cambridge, MN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Finance Director works under the direction of the Finance Director to help coordinate and monitor county-wide financial operations. The role performs complex, professional-level accounting and financial analysis in accordance with applicable governmental accounting standards, supporting the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of the County’s financial records and reports. The position is full-time, on-site in Cambridge, Minnesota, with a Monday-through-Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Regular in-person attendance is required. The position may serve as Acting Finance Director when the Finance Director is absent.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field and at least three years of experience in governmental accounting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and accounting procedures.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting and financial reporting standards.
• Knowledge of grant accounting and reporting requirements.
• Knowledge of spreadsheet, word processing, accounting software, and financial database applications.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and guidelines related to assigned work.
• Knowledge of county policies and ability to apply them to assigned work.
• Knowledge of data privacy practices and ability to maintain confidential documents and information.
• Ability to analyze and interpret fiscal and accounting records.
• Ability to perform duties with attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to organize work and meet administrative, reporting, and statutory deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and accept personal responsibility.
• Ability to maintain regular and timely attendance.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county staff, county officials, external auditors, and other government officials.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Finance Director with overseeing daily Finance Department operations by monitoring workflow, supporting work prioritization, and ensuring activities align with county policies and procedures.
• Prepare financial reports and calculations for county operations and federal, state, and local agencies.
• Perform grant analysis and assist county departments with grant accounting and reporting requirements.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account allocations, and other complex accounting transactions to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the county’s general ledger.
• Analyze and review financial transactions, accounting records, and processes for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards, county policies, and legal requirements.
• Perform and review general ledger and bank account reconciliations, research discrepancies, and ensure timely resolution of accounting issues.
• Assist with the annual audit, including preparing audit schedules and compiling information for auditors.
• Oversee capital asset accounting and reporting.
• Assist the Finance Director in developing and implementing financial policies and internal control procedures.
• Attend county meetings as directed by the Finance Director.
• Serve as Acting Finance Director in the Finance Director’s absence.
• Perform other related duties as apparent or assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care
• Basic life insurance, with optional voluntary coverage
• Long-term disability insurance
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick, and personal leave
• 12 paid holidays per year
• Deferred compensation plans
• Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA) contributions from both employer and employee
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Wellness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level