Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer

The Oklahoma Police Pension and Retirement System "OPPRS" currently has approximately 10,500 active, inactive and retired members and beneficiaries in OPPRS, with assets in excess of $3.7 billion. OPPRS is looking for a Chief Financial Officer.

Typical Functions

• Plans, directs and coordinates fiscal operations and financial accounting functions or assists in the planning and direction of such functions.
• Develops accounting systems and procedures for recording revenues and expenditures; directs the maintenance of accounting records concerning appropriations or other revenues, payroll expenses, supply and equipment purchases, travel expenses, contracting costs, and other financial transactions.
• Plans and directs operational or financial audits and other reviews to ensure financial accountability, ensure compliance with established standards, and enhance agency operating procedures.
• Directs the preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Reviews and approves obligations and expenditures as needed.
• Establishes necessary fiscal controls to ensure appropriate accountability for revenues and expenditures.
• Directs the review and preparation of budget work programs; reviews and approves agency budget requests and makes recommendations concerning the state budget.
• Serves as member of Executive Director's Senior Staff

Required Skills of Chief Financial Officer

• Self motivated and willing to motivate staff
• CPA is a requirement
• Good communication skills both oral and written
• Knowledge of Governmental accounting
• State of Oklahoma accounting system knowledge would be preferable
• Procurement skills
• Management skills, brainstorms well with others
• Knowledge of a Defined Benefit Retirement Plan is preferred

Training and Experience

• Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field. Major course work in accounting or finance.
• CPA designation with at least five (5) years experience
• Specialized knowledge of and/or training in investment management oversight, actuarial studies and pension law preferred.
• Previous employment with the State of Oklahoma in a financial position or as an auditor would be a bonus.

State of Oklahoma Employment Benefits

• Participation in a 401K type retirement plan
• Sick and Annual Leave – 15 days each
• 11 Holidays
• Health, Dental, Life and Disability Insurance. Optional additional life and vision programs
• Longevity Pay after 2 years
• Competitive Salary

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.