POSITION: Finance Director
DEPARTMENT: Clerk/Auditor
SALARY: $95,000 - $121,473 Annually (Starting salary commensurate with
experience)
OPEN: December 15, 2017
CLOSES: Open until filled
JOB SUMMARY: Under general guidance and direction from the Clerk/Auditor and
Chief Deputy, the Finance Director is responsible for successfully
implementing best practices in government financial management to plan,
direct, and oversee all phases of the County’s accounting functions.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES (Any one position does not include all of the duties listed;
nor do the listed examples include all duties which may be found in positions
of this class). Provides technical expertise for all accounting functions to
ensure the most effective, efficient, and accurate financial reporting.
Coordinates and oversees implementation of new Governmental Accounting
Standards Board pronouncements as necessary. Works collaboratively with other
departments to develop effective solutions to current processes. Provides
technical advice, training and assistance to County departments to ensure
effective administration, compliance, and reporting for all accounting
transactions, processes and procedures pursuant to GAAP, GASB, and federal and
state regulations. Recommends, prepares, and oversees process change
management in accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger
reconciliation, payroll processing, purchasing, reporting, and other
subsidiary financial functions. Ensures business process documentation is
created and training is provided to appropriate teams/employees. Conducts
ongoing review, development, and implementation of County-wide Financial
Policies and Procedures, internal controls, and reporting. Maintains current
documentation of all financial procedures used by County departments.
Participates in the recruitment and hiring of finance personnel. Supervises
finance employees, evaluates performance, resolves conflicts, addresses
performance problems, and oversees training and professional development.
Oversees centralized purchasing functions and provides purchasing support for
capital and maintenance projects, bid solicitation and analysis, and contract
compliance issues. Reviews the general ledger system for proper entries and
compliance with state and federal guidelines. Approves invoices for payment,
bank reconciliations, journal entries, fixed asset entries, and other
reconciliations and transactions. Performs the year-end closing of financial
records and oversees annual external audit and CAFR development. Manages all
aspects of debt service administration, including general ledger
reconciliation, schedules, and continuing disclosures. Ensures that mandatory
reports are accurately prepared and submitted within designated time frames.
Plans, conducts, and coordinates special studies and projects as assigned.
Operates a motor vehicle in a safe manner and in compliance with all Utah laws
and regulations. Performs related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience: Graduation from an
accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting,
Business, Finance or closely related field, plus a minimum of eight (8) years
of progressively responsible financial management experience, including at
least three (3) years in a supervisory position and three (3) years in public
finance.
• Preference for Master’s degree.
• Preference for experience with enterprise resource planning systems
implementation.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Preference given for following credentials: Certified
Public Accountant, Certified Government Finance Manager, or Certified Public
Finance Officer, or other applicable certification. Must pass a criminal
history background investigation. Must possess a valid driver license; new
employees with an out-of-state license must obtain a valid Utah Driver License
within sixty (60)
days of hire date (exceptions for military personnel and their dependents).
Employees driving a personal vehicle while on county business must maintain
the minimum vehicle liability insurance as specified in the Utah Code.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Davis County is a drug-free workplace. All successful
applicants for positions in the County must successfully pass a drug screen
prior to employment. FLSA exempt position.
TO APPLY: Interested individuals are required to complete an official Davis
County application on line at daviscountyutah.gov/oopm. An Applicant
Instruction Sheet describing important information is available. Applicants
are responsible for stating their qualifications in an understandable manner.
Incomplete and/or vague information may disqualify an applicant from further
consideration. All statements are subject to verification. Applicants
requesting Veterans’ preference must attach a copy of form DD-214. If
assistance is needed, call 801-451-3415. Equal Opportunity Employer.