Finance Director

APPLICATION PROCESS

This position will remain open until filled; the position will be filled as a suitable candidate is identified. It is widely stated, and supported by studies, that candidates are less likely to apply for a job unless they believe they meet 100% of the hiring criteria. Our recruitment goals include hiring the candidate who is best able to meet the performance objectives of this role;

we encourage people with non-traditional skill sets and experience to apply, even if you don’t have experience with every job function listed in the job description.

For application instructions, please visit “How Do I >
Apply for a Job” og.org. A cover letter describing how your experience prepares you to succeed in this role, current resume, and completed RVCOG Employment Application are required to apply for this position. Incomplete application materials may delay or prevent consideration for the position.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Finance Director will plan, organize, and direct all aspects of financial services for the organization, including finance staff supervision, training, and development. This position will also develop, monitor, and evaluate all financial processes and procedures to ensure the highest level of effectiveness, accuracy, and efficiency; prepare, manage, and monitor the organization's budget and public budget process; prepare organizational and departmental financial reports and manage the annual A-133 audit process;

and monitor revenues and expenditures to ensure the financial viability and longevity of the organization.

THE PERSON

The ideal candidate is a proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is passionate about numbers, spreadsheets, and data analysis, and excels in a collaborative team environment. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and best practices for financial management and payroll processing is required; knowledge of Governmental Accounting Standards Board requirements and pronouncements is strongly desired but not required. Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and creative problem-solving skills along with an ability to focus on the details without losing sight of the big picture are required to support organizational effectiveness and efficiency.

The successful candidate will possess or be able to quickly learn Oregon public budget and contracting rules and requirements. This position requires a commitment to personal and professional integrity and the ability to model and promote management behavior in support of a servant leadership style.

SALARY

Employees will be placed in the salary range based on experience and qualifications. Employees are eligible for a step increase after successfully completing a six-month trial service period and annual step increases thereafter.

View total compensation chart here: Total Compensation Chart

Hiring Salary Range:$-$ - Starting salary depends on qualifications. Exceptionally qualified candidates may be considered in the higher steps of the salary range. The top of the salary range is $.

Terms: Full-time - 40 hours per week / Exempt with benefits

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

To be considered for this position, applicants must have a combination of education and experience equivalent to that outlined below, plus any other listed screening qualifications.

• Education
  :
  Bachelor's degree with coursework in finance/accounting, public administration, business administration, or related field.
• Experience
  : A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in management of a finance department; experience in local government administration desired but not required.
• Substitution
  :
  Any satisfactory equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the job.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• License
  :
  Possession of, or the ability to obtain and retain, an Oregon driver's license by the time of appointment or otherwise have immediate point-to-point transportation available.
• Vehicle
  :
  Possession of, or permanent access to, a personal vehicle.
• Other
  :
  Pass Criminal History Background Check; demonstrate knowledge and…