Lea County
Finance Director
Lea County, Lovington, New Mexico, United States, 88260
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Supervises and manages Finance Department, which includes General Ledger accounting, Indigent Claims, Payroll, Accounts Payable, and departmental clerical functions. Supervision includes implementation of all personnel policies, screening of applicants, performance evaluations, and recommendations for termination.
Under the direction of the Board of Commissioners, County Manager, and the Administrative Services Assistant County Manager, coordinates the County's fiscal agency responsibilities.
Coordinates budget preparation with the Board of Commissioners, County Manager, and Administrative Services Assistant County Manager; assists all department heads and elected officials in budget preparation; recommends budgetary priorities by department.
Responsible for finance-related correspondence between the County, the state Department of Finance and Administration, and other agencies.
Maintains responsibility for ensuring that all payments are prompt and accurate.
Prepares finance-related resolutions.
In coordination with the grant writer/administrator, oversees the financial administration of grants in accordance with rules and regulations of the state Department of Finance and Administration and/or any other relevant agency.
Prepares and maintains general ledger and chart of accounts.
Prepares financial statements for the Board of Commissioners, County Manager, Assistant County Managers, and administrative staff as needed.
Supervises property and fixed asset listings; arranges for disposition of property.
Assists the County Manager, Assistant County Managers, and elected officials with capital improvements planning.
Supervises records retention/disposition.
Administers County travel and per diem policy.
Coordinates and supervises preparation of information for County audits. Promptly corrects audit findings as directed.
Regularly recommends, develops and upon approval implements new initiatives to enhance the assigned area of responsibility.
Actively seeks appropriate grant opportunities in coordination with the County grant writer/administrator.
Responsible for preparation and submission of the Budget, Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, and the Popular Annual Financial Report for GFOA certificates of achievement.
The duties of the Finance Director are not limited to those set forth above. The Director will perform such functions, duties, or assignments as given by the Administrative Services Assistant County Manager or Board of Commissioners, consistent with ability, background, and expertise.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
High school diploma or GED required.
Any combination of college education, training, and experience in accounting, auditing, finance, business or public administration, budget analysis, financial management/systems analysis, or closely related field totaling seven (7) years, at least four (4) of which must have been actual work experience involving application of accounting principles and procedures.
Licensure as a Certified Public Accountant by a state Board of Public Accountancy may substitute for two of the required years.
Experience:
Prior governmental accounting experience required. Prior public accounting experience in governmental audit preferred.
Supervisory experience required.
Certifications, Skills and Licenses:
Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English.
Valid New Mexico driver's license or ability to obtain one in 60 days.
CPA required. (5 plus years of governmental finance experience at the management level may substitute)
Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and perform complex administrative tasks; to accept responsibility and make independent judgments; to handle confidential matters in a trustworthy manner.
Knowledge of job-related computer programs preferred.
Good communications and public relations skills required.
Physical Functions/Requirements:
Ability to perform essential duties and to manage/inspect department.
Mental Functions/Requirements:
Must be able to understand and follow oral directions and instructions.
Must be able to read, understand, and follow written directions and instructions.
Must be able to give oral and written directions and instructions.
Must be able to read and understand such items as technical journals, contracts, grants, project guidelines, financial reports, and similar documents.
Must be able to write such items as letters, reports, grant applications, performance evaluations, and similar documents using proper format and grammar.
Must be able to plan and direct own work activities as well as those of others in an efficient manner.
Must be able to effectively safeguard confidential information.
Must be detail-oriented and accurate.
Must be able to use tact and courtesy in working with a wide range of individuals, including the public, sometimes under tense circumstances.
Must demonstrate sufficient and adequate mental and emotional stability in order to meet the rigors of a supervisory position.
Must be knowledgeable of relevant traffic laws and regulations.
Other:
Ability to perform essential functions and adapt to working conditions.
No history or pattern of reckless driving, DWI or irresponsible driving in the last five years.
No history of felony or misdemeanor criminal convictions involving moral turpitude, violence, distribution of controlled substances, or dishonesty.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Performs work mainly indoors.
Normally is not exposed to temperature extremes, noise factors, vibrations, except those associated with normal operation of office equipment or vehicle.
Works primarily on even carpeted or tiled surfaces which are normally dry. May on occasion be wet or slippery.
Required to use stairs, elevator, or escalator during performance of essential duties. Exposed to normal driving hazards.
Work is primarily conducted during daylight hours; however, employee is subject to call out at any time.
May work alone with or without direction, or with one or more people in a select group. May on occasion work with a large group.
Attend training courses and conferences to different areas of the state.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Interview; may involve an interview panel.
Background check.
General employment background check.
Driving record check.
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Supervises and manages Finance Department, which includes General Ledger accounting, Indigent Claims, Payroll, Accounts Payable, and departmental clerical functions. Supervision includes implementation of all personnel policies, screening of applicants, performance evaluations, and recommendations for termination.
Under the direction of the Board of Commissioners, County Manager, and the Administrative Services Assistant County Manager, coordinates the County's fiscal agency responsibilities.
Coordinates budget preparation with the Board of Commissioners, County Manager, and Administrative Services Assistant County Manager; assists all department heads and elected officials in budget preparation; recommends budgetary priorities by department.
Responsible for finance-related correspondence between the County, the state Department of Finance and Administration, and other agencies.
Maintains responsibility for ensuring that all payments are prompt and accurate.
Prepares finance-related resolutions.
In coordination with the grant writer/administrator, oversees the financial administration of grants in accordance with rules and regulations of the state Department of Finance and Administration and/or any other relevant agency.
Prepares and maintains general ledger and chart of accounts.
Prepares financial statements for the Board of Commissioners, County Manager, Assistant County Managers, and administrative staff as needed.
Supervises property and fixed asset listings; arranges for disposition of property.
Assists the County Manager, Assistant County Managers, and elected officials with capital improvements planning.
Supervises records retention/disposition.
Administers County travel and per diem policy.
Coordinates and supervises preparation of information for County audits. Promptly corrects audit findings as directed.
Regularly recommends, develops and upon approval implements new initiatives to enhance the assigned area of responsibility.
Actively seeks appropriate grant opportunities in coordination with the County grant writer/administrator.
Responsible for preparation and submission of the Budget, Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, and the Popular Annual Financial Report for GFOA certificates of achievement.
The duties of the Finance Director are not limited to those set forth above. The Director will perform such functions, duties, or assignments as given by the Administrative Services Assistant County Manager or Board of Commissioners, consistent with ability, background, and expertise.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
High school diploma or GED required.
Any combination of college education, training, and experience in accounting, auditing, finance, business or public administration, budget analysis, financial management/systems analysis, or closely related field totaling seven (7) years, at least four (4) of which must have been actual work experience involving application of accounting principles and procedures.
Licensure as a Certified Public Accountant by a state Board of Public Accountancy may substitute for two of the required years.
Experience:
Prior governmental accounting experience required. Prior public accounting experience in governmental audit preferred.
Supervisory experience required.
Certifications, Skills and Licenses:
Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English.
Valid New Mexico driver's license or ability to obtain one in 60 days.
CPA required. (5 plus years of governmental finance experience at the management level may substitute)
Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and perform complex administrative tasks; to accept responsibility and make independent judgments; to handle confidential matters in a trustworthy manner.
Knowledge of job-related computer programs preferred.
Good communications and public relations skills required.
Physical Functions/Requirements:
Ability to perform essential duties and to manage/inspect department.
Mental Functions/Requirements:
Must be able to understand and follow oral directions and instructions.
Must be able to read, understand, and follow written directions and instructions.
Must be able to give oral and written directions and instructions.
Must be able to read and understand such items as technical journals, contracts, grants, project guidelines, financial reports, and similar documents.
Must be able to write such items as letters, reports, grant applications, performance evaluations, and similar documents using proper format and grammar.
Must be able to plan and direct own work activities as well as those of others in an efficient manner.
Must be able to effectively safeguard confidential information.
Must be detail-oriented and accurate.
Must be able to use tact and courtesy in working with a wide range of individuals, including the public, sometimes under tense circumstances.
Must demonstrate sufficient and adequate mental and emotional stability in order to meet the rigors of a supervisory position.
Must be knowledgeable of relevant traffic laws and regulations.
Other:
Ability to perform essential functions and adapt to working conditions.
No history or pattern of reckless driving, DWI or irresponsible driving in the last five years.
No history of felony or misdemeanor criminal convictions involving moral turpitude, violence, distribution of controlled substances, or dishonesty.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Performs work mainly indoors.
Normally is not exposed to temperature extremes, noise factors, vibrations, except those associated with normal operation of office equipment or vehicle.
Works primarily on even carpeted or tiled surfaces which are normally dry. May on occasion be wet or slippery.
Required to use stairs, elevator, or escalator during performance of essential duties. Exposed to normal driving hazards.
Work is primarily conducted during daylight hours; however, employee is subject to call out at any time.
May work alone with or without direction, or with one or more people in a select group. May on occasion work with a large group.
Attend training courses and conferences to different areas of the state.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Interview; may involve an interview panel.
Background check.
General employment background check.
Driving record check.
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