JOB SUMMARY
Under the general direction of the County Administrator, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) plans, organizes, and directs all activities of the County's Financial Services Department. This includes County finances, general accounting operations, budget development and execution, tax collection, financial and asset investments, contract and procurement services, payroll, and risk management. This position serves as the County Treasurer and is the financial advisor to the County Administrator as well as the Board of Commissioners. This position also performs the duties of the Budget Officer as described in Oregon Local Budget Law (ORS 294). The CFO will report to the County Administrator on all strategic and tactical matters as they relate to budget management, cost benefit analysis, forecasting needs, and the securing of new funding, as well as all financial matters for the County. Click here for a complete list of the duties, responsibilities and physical requirements of this position.
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BENEFITS
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our employees and their families. Competitive benefits and an active employee wellness program are top priorities for the County. See the "Benefits" tab on the job post for details.
- Annual salary range of:
- $149,835.30 - $215,217.18
- Note: salary placement will be based on your level of directly related experience and education consistent with Oregon's pay equity law.
The strength of our organization lies in the diversity of our workforce and the perspectives our employees bring to their work at Benton County.
We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and LGBTQIA+ community members.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The following minimum qualifications are required for this position (AD83):
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.; AND
- 10 years of finance and accounting related experience, including:
- 5 years of senior-level professional experience in state or local government finance, accounting, and budgeting; AND
- 5 years of supervisory or managerial experience. Supervisory experience includes the authority to hire, terminate, assign, reward, and discipline other employees.
Please note: the CFO must be able to report to their work site within 45 minutes at the time of appointment, unless granted a waiver by the Board of Commissioners.
Preferred Knowledge and Experience
Preference will be given to candidates who possess experience in the following areas:
Oregon property tax
Financial and asset investment
Payroll
Risk management
Grant management
Health care finance
Financing and debt management
Collective bargaining
Master's degree, CPFO, or CPA credentialing
Special Requirements
- Hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.