Finance Director

Yellowstone County • Billings, MT

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About The Position

Manages the accounting, budget, and financial operations and activities of Yellowstone County, and performs related work as required. Directs the Finance Department, which provides accounting, budgeting, purchasing, and financial support services for County operations. The position is responsible for the County’s fiscal operating results, including applying generally accepted accounting principles and ensuring the safeguard of County assets. It prepares annual audited financial statements and the annual County budget, and oversees budget implementation and compliance. The role also oversees tax levy determination and compliance, assists with securing insurance coverage, and oversees the financial administration of the County health insurance plan.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university in accounting, finance, public administration, business administration, or a closely related field.
• Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) certification is required.
• Five years of experience in governmental accounting, public financial administration, and investment theory and practice, including two years in a supervisory or administrative capacity; alternatively, a combination of experience and training totaling nine years.
• Must pass a criminal and driving background check and meet County-specific employment eligibility standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct the Finance Department and its accounting, budgeting, purchasing, and financial support services for County operations.
• Oversee Yellowstone County’s fiscal operating results using generally accepted accounting principles, including cost accounting, budgets, and regulatory and government reports.
• Ensure the safeguard of County assets.
• Prepare annual audited financial statements.
• Prepare the annual County budget and oversee its implementation and compliance.
• Determine tax levies and oversee levy administration and legal compliance.
• Assist with obtaining sufficient property, liability, and employee bond insurance coverage.
• Oversee financial administration of the County health insurance plan.

What This Job Offers

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