Finance Director Jobs

About The Position

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.