Director of Finance

Job Title: Director of Finance

Department: Finance and Administration

Reports to: Warren County Commissioners

Supervises: Finance Personnel

Salary: Based on level of experience

Status: Full-time with benefits, Exempt, Non-Union

Essential Job Functions:

Manage all County financial affairs, prepares the County budget, ensures accurate accounting practices, monitors spending, conducts internal audits, and promotes financial accountability. Reviews all county expenditures and ensures compliance with regulations and budget guidelines.

• Maintains confidentiality regarding all matters of Finance, and County Solicitor and Commissioner-related issues.
• Performs various labor relations activities to include assisting management in interpreting provisions of employee labor contracts; assists in representing the County in contract negotiations and arbitrations; recommends to County Commissioners the settlement of contract negotiations.
• Oversees of the County’s property and liability insurance programs; directs compiling of data from various county offices for filing of insurance policy renewals.
• Oversees the Retirement/Pension Board with administering the County employees’ Pension and Retirement Plan and communication with investment brokers.
• Attends County Commissioner work sessions, public meetings, Salary Board, Prison Board and Retirement Board meetings when required.
• Participates as a Section Chief of the County Emergency Operations Center with oversight responsibilities for Finance during emergency situations.
• Responsible for the management and oversight of Finance.
• All other duties and special projects as assigned by the Warren County Commissioners on as needed basis.

Other Job Duties:

Attends meetings, seminars and training as required.

• Maintain accurate record keeping and retention of documents in compliance with legal requirements.
• Performs other job-related duties as required.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor of Business Administration and/or Accounting (BA), and/or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is preferred

2. Must have 5-10 years working experience in the field of Finance or any acceptable combination of training and experience associated with Director’s role. Strong working knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Office software suite; Experience with finance, payroll software preferred; Must possess a valid NY or PA driver’s license.

3. To do this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Must be able to speak and understand the English language in an understandable manner to carry out essential functions of job.
• Must possess exceptional writing and oral communication skills and unless previously published, an ad hoc writing test will be administered.
• Must possess knowledge of general accounting and recordkeeping methods for claims administration, data processing applications for management information systems, employer group insurance and indemnity plans, and available coverage.
• Must possess the ability to oversee health insurance plan administration, including rate and contract negotiations with insurance carriers and consultants, and coordination with provider organizations and third-party administrators is desirable.
• Must possess ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Must possess ability to interpret and apply State and Federal laws and regulations relating to financial accounting, employee benefits administration, health plan administration, and health maintenance organizations;
• Must possess knowledge of budget preparation procedures, general financial statement structure and budget monitoring practices.
• Must possess ability to function independently, have flexibility and the ability to work effectively with co-workers and others.
• Must possess initiative and problem-solving skills.
• Must possess ability to travel throughout the County.
• Must possess the ability to make presentations to audiences of varying size.

Benefits: Medical, Dental & Vision insurance (with small employee contribution)

Life insurance – Fully employer paid

Defined Benefit Pension Plan with an interest match of 4%

Generous Starting Benefits including:

- 12 Holidays

- Personal Days

- Paid Time Off

- Sick Days

Schedule: Monday thru Friday / 08:30 am – 4:30 pm with one-hour unpaid lunch

Work Location: In person

To Apply: Interested candidates may apply thru really or email cover letter, resume with 3 references and proof of minimum requirements to Warren County Human Resources, Jaclyn Cofield, jcofield@warrencountypa.gov, 204 Fourth Ave, Warren, PA 16365. This job posting is active until filled.

Condition of Employment: Ability to commute to Warren, PA 16365. Background check required.

Warren County is an equal opportunity employer and will consider applications for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap, or any other legally protected status. Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to participate effectively in the application or hiring processes are encouraged to request an accommodation at any time during those processes. Requests for accommodation should be directed to Human Resources.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person