ASSISTANT FINANCE DIRECTOR

Assistant Finance Director

Under the direction of the Finance Director, the Assistant Finance Director helps coordinate and monitor County-wide financial operations. This position performs complex, professional-level accounting and financial analysis in accordance with applicable governmental accounting standards. The role ensures the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of the County's financial records and reports.

The essential functions of this position include:

• Assists the Finance Director in overseeing the daily operations of the Finance Department by monitoring workflow, supporting work prioritization, and ensuring activities are carried out in alignment with county policies and procedures.
• Prepares financial reports and calculations for county operations as well as federal, state, and local agencies.
• Performs grant analysis and assists county departments with grant accounting and reporting requirements.
• Prepares and reviews journal entries, account allocations, and other complex accounting transactions to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the county's general ledger.
• Analyzes and reviews financial transactions, accounting records, and processes to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable accounting standards, county policies, and legal requirements.
• Performs and reviews general ledger and bank account reconciliations, researches discrepancies, and ensures timely resolution of accounting issues.
• Assists with the annual audit process including preparation of audit schedules and compilation of information for the auditors.
• Oversees capital asset accounting and reporting.
• Assists the Finance Director in development and implementation of financial policies and internal control procedures.
• Attends various county meetings as directed by the Finance Director.
• Serve as the Acting Finance Director in the Finance Director's absence.
• Performs other related duties as apparent or assigned.

Minimum qualifications include:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field and at least three years of experience in governmental accounting, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities include:

• 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 computer applications including spreadsheet, word processing, accounting software, and financial database programs.
• 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 the ability to maintain confidential documents and information.
• Ability to analyze and interpret fiscal and accounting records.
• Ability to perform all duties with attention to detail and an elevated level of accuracy.
• Ability to organize work and adhere to administrative, reporting, or statutory deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and accept personal responsibilities.
• Ability to maintain a regular and timely work attendance.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county staff, county officials, external auditors, and other government officials.