Chief Financial Officer

Join to apply for the Chief Financial Officer role at Mille Lacs County Attorney's OfficeDescriptionThe Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for the strategic leadership and management of the County’s financial operations, ensuring fiscal integrity, efficiency, and transparency. This position oversees the development and implementation of financial policies, annual budgets, audits, investments, debt management, payroll, and procurement in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements, state statutes, and federal law.Essential FunctionsUses independent judgment to provide supervision and leadership to department personnel under the span of control. Makes recommendations on matters of hiring and discipline. Conducts ongoing feedback, coaching, mentoring, and timely formal reviews of performance for staff. Provides training and work direction, ensuring staff know and follow department and county rules, as well as sound work and safety practices, to accomplish the job objectives and avoid injury or loss.Responsible for communications that maintain relationships key to the function of the county. Plans and carries out communications at a level that can impact the morale and performance of staff.Lead the development of the County’s annual operating and capital budgets, including multi-year financial forecasting and capital improvement planning. Provide strategic fiscal advice to the County Board, Administrator, and department leadership. Monitor, analyze, and report on fiscal performance, recommending policy adjustments as needed.Direct and oversee countywide accounting, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, grants administration, and procurement functions. Oversee preparation of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and coordination of the annual audit process. Ensure compliance with GAAP, GASB, state and federal reporting requirements, and County policies.Manage investment of County funds to optimize returns within established risk parameters. Oversee issuance and repayment of County debt, maintaining strong credit ratings. Coordinate financial impact analysis of legislative proposals and market conditions.Oversee ERP/financial system administration ensuring accurate, timely, and efficient operations. Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, internal controls, and customer service.Work with the County Administrator to prepare financial reports for presentations to the County Board and community stakeholders in a clear and transparent manner. Collaborate with department heads, external agencies, and rating agencies to represent the County’s financial position.Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.Minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible financial management experience, including four (4) years in a senior leadership role in public sector finance.Must successfully complete a criminal history background check.Class D Driver’s License.Selection ProcessCandidates will be selected based on a review of training and experience. A skills assessment may be required. Top candidates will be invited to participate in oral interviews. First review of applications will be 9/24/2025 and ongoing thereafter.Permanent part-time employees are eligible to earn pro-rated holiday, vacation and sick time benefits. The following is intended to be a general overview of benefits provided for full-time positions. Insurance benefits become effective the first day of the month following the month of hire. Details are available when an employment offer is extended. For questions about benefits, contact the Administrative Services Office at Employees Retirement Association (PERA) BenefitsEmployees fall under the General, Police & Fire, or Correctional defined benefit plan depending on their position. PERA rates and handbooks are available online at . Contribution amounts are based on the employee’s pay each pay period.Coordinated Plan: Employer 7.5%, Employee 6.5%Police & Fire Plan: Employer 17.7%, Employee 11.8%Correctional Plan: Employer 10.25%, Employee 6.83%Other BenefitsPaid Time Off: Holidays, Vacation, Sick TimeMedical Insurance: Multiple plans with different networks; rates apply (details provided upon offer)Vision, Dental, FSA, and Life Insurance options availableDeferred Compensation Program available through NationwideDo you have a valid driver’s license? Yes / NoEducation and experience questions are used to assess minimum qualifications as part of the application process.Seniority level: ExecutiveEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: Finance and AdministrationIndustries: Law Practice #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-05