Burleigh County, North Dakota
Burleigh County, North Dakota is looking for a Deputy Finance Director #DirectorJobs #FinanceJobs
Job Title: Deputy Finance Director Location: Bismarck Salary: $79,352.00 to $88,067.20 per year (Grade 14) Terms: Full-time / Exempt (Appointed) / Full Benefits Application Deadline: November 13, 2023 Burleigh County Benefits: Burleigh County offers a fully paid NDPERS pension plan, 95% premium paid Health Insurance coverage through BCBS of ND. We also offer $25,000 life insurance coverage and additional insurance coverage options. About the Role: Under the supervision of the Finance Director, is responsible for assisting in the completion of complex administrative duties coordinating the accounting and budgetary operations of the County. Assists the Finance Director with comptroller responsibilities and financial inquiries from department heads and the general public. Candidate Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree with major coursework in accounting or business administration or related field and three years related experience in tax or appraisal work, and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of state and local laws governing the assessment and collection of real estate taxes. Must have the ability to design, prepare and present complex budget and computerized accounting systems. Must possess excellent communication skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with County officials and employees, and the general public. Must possess computer skills with proficiency in MS Excel. Must have the ability to plan, organize and supervise the work of others, and analyze, interpret, and prepare reports and records. Must have valid North Dakota drivers license with clean driving record. Applicants will be subject to a standard post offer background and criminal records check. Primary Duties: * Assist the Finance Director with the County budget preparation including reviewing preliminary department budgets and compiling the combined budget. Works with the Finance Director and Auditor/Treasurer in conducting budgetary hearings. Assists with final budget preparation and communication. Prepare County Budget variance reports on a monthly basis and distribute to appropriate elected officials, department heads, and general public. Prepare and monitor journal entries, purchase orders, tax abstracts for the state, and review bank statement reconciliations as directed. Assist in the annual budget preparation including calculation of tax levies and preparing assessment list/abstract and tax abstract. Responsible for the administration of the County’s liability insurance policies to include claims filing and monitoring. Prepare and process end-of-year adjusting entries and schedule for annual audit; assist in the preparation of annual financial statements; assist with audit preparation and implementation of necessary recommendations for internal controls and/or other needed revisions. Assist with the administration and monitoring for federal grant programs. This includes the research and interpretation of federal and state regulations. Preparation of presentations, records, and reports such as flow charts/diagrams, statistical analyses, tax reports, budget reports, federal and state reports. Serve as backup to the Financial Director in the preparation of finance items for the Commissioner meetings. Perform responsibilities in a manner that clearly shows effective communication and cooperation and that promotes open exchange of information, respect, high ethical standards, and professionalism. Perform other duties as required and/or assigned. A complete job description is available from the Burleigh County Human Resources Office. Equal Opportunity Employer: The employing agency does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services, and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.
Burleigh County, North Dakota