County Controller

Weld County Government

5d•$144,997 - $202,966

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller is responsible for delivering comprehensive financial, accounting, and analytical services within the Accounting Division of the Finance Department. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and governmental accounting standards, preparing the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR), and monitoring and improving county-wide accounting processes. The role provides financial expertise for departments, supervises Accounting Division staff, and manages decentralized accounting functions across the county. Additional duties include coordinating and reconciling banking and credit card processes, supporting accounting system interface development, developing and managing the Accounting Department budget, and fostering collaborative relationships with departments. Strong interpersonal skills, tact, and the ability to build cooperative working relationships are essential for success in this decentralized environment. The decentralized environment of the county means some accounting functions of the county are located within other departments and are not directly supervised by the Controller. Therefore, strong interpersonal skills, tact, and the ability to build cooperative working relationships are essential skills the Controller must possess and utilize on a daily basis.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
Deep knowledge of GAAP, GASB, GFOA reporting standards, Uniform Guidance/A-133, and Colorado statutory requirements for counties.
Proven experience coordinating external audits and producing ACFR/PAFR.
Proficiency with ERP systems (Workday preferred), financial reporting tools, and workflow systems (e.g., OnBase).
Excellent leadership, communication, stakeholder engagement, and project management skills.
Strategic Leadership & Talent Development.
Advanced knowledge of GAAP, GASB, and governmental accounting standards.
Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management.
Financial Reporting Excellence.
Process Improvement & Change Management.
Collaboration & Customer Service.
Analytical Rigor & Attention to Detail.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to manage decentralized accounting functions and build collaborative relationships.
Proficiency in ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
May require periodic evening/early morning work for audit cycles, BOCC meetings, and statutory deadlines.
Handles confidential financial information and sensitive program data.
Candidate must pass criminal background check prior to employment start date.
Candidate must have a valid Driver’s License and Liability Insurance Upon Hire Required
Candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) evaluation and if hired, will be subject to continuous monthly MVR monitoring and random drug screens throughout employment.
Pre-employment substance screening is required for this position.

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Preferred

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and set strategic direction for the Accounting Division, including CDBG and assigned grant coordinators for certain programs, to achieve county goals.
Supervise Accounting and CBDG staff assignments, work review, development, mentoring, hiring, cross-training, performance reviews, and terminations.
Work directly with department heads and elected officials to ensure GAAP compliance and audit requirements are being met while meeting department needs.
Ensure division staff are cross-trained and empowered to assist in the annual audit, asset monitoring, capital reporting, equipment disposal, and other reporting processes.
Mentor staff for continuous professional development and knowledge growth; maintain consistent, timely, effective communication to meet division objectives.
Drive continuous improvement in all areas—internally within Finance and externally with other departments and the public—leveraging new technologies and procedural enhancements.
Assist the CFO in: Coordinating the Annual Meeting of the Weld County Finance Corporation. Attending BOCC meetings and presenting/defending financial reports and agenda. Ensuring all transfers to external agencies and between funds are documented and completed in a timely manner. Review the indirect cost plan and interdepartmental charges for accuracy and legitimacy. Facilitating Private Activity Bond decision meetings and stakeholder briefings.
Prepare the County’s ACFR; coordinate the annual external audit and meet all required deadlines.
Update and apply job knowledge per GAAP and GASB; ensure processes reflect current standards.
Coordinate year-end close across departments (training, task lists, deadlines, monitoring).Prepare/coordinate all audit workpapers, act as liaison to external auditors.
Submit ACFR to GFOA, BOCC, and State Auditor by required deadlines.
Produce the County PAFR; submit to GFOA for award consideration; oversee printing and distribution.
Prepare other financial reports at the request of the Board or Public Information Office.
Oversee single audit submittal; ensure federal compliance.
Ensure Preparation of the indirect cost plan.
Assist with the completion of outside audits for the Pension Plan, Federal Mineral Lease District, Greeley-Weld Housing Authority, Greeley-Weld Airport, and other entities as appropriate.
Partner with HR-Payroll on issuance and reconciliation of 1099 and W-2 forms in a timely manner.
Assist CFO with: Private Activity Bond tax forms and applications. Conservation Trust Status Report. Annual Road Report in collaboration with Public Works. Weld Trust and Bright Futures allocations and reporting. Bankhead-Jones calculation and outreach to schools. Monthly and quarterly financial statements for entities such as the E-911 Authority Board and Federal Mineral Lease District.
Serve as the financial representative on grants outside of the Health Department and DHS. Assist in coordinating audit efforts for the county retirement plan and the federal mineral lease programs.
Assist in maintenance and support of ERP system in collaboration with HR and IT.
Monitor internal controls across Finance and other departments; collaborate to improve control environments.
Ensure completion of internal department monitoring, such as cash handling, grant reporting, and other items as requested by the CFO or BOCC.
Ensure follow-up and implementation of external audit recommendations.
Coordinate county banking and credit card acceptance setup/procedures.
Serve as liaison to banking institutions and credit card processors; troubleshoot issues.
Review and revise internal purchase card procedures as needed.
Train/monitor departments on grant management for compliance.
Oversee CDBG compliance and financial aspects of Opioid Settlement funds.
Assist CFO in Administering Upstate Personal Property Rebate Program.
Respond to financial information requests from departments and outside agencies such as the County Council.
Provide expertise in grant accounting, GL reconciliations, and complex entries.
Monitor and approve accounting transactions; perform monthly close; maintain general ledger and transaction code structures.