Chief Financial Officer

Overview

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Chief Financial Officer Application. Please apply through the official channel.

About Us:

Livingston County, located in Southeast Michigan, is one of the fastest growing counties in Michigan. The County consists of 16 townships, 2 villages, and 2 cities, containing a diverse mix of rural and agricultural areas, historic downtowns, suburban development, lakeside living and large recreational lands. Home to two metro parks, 3 state recreation areas, 1 state park and numerous wildlife, game, county and local parks, Livingston County has an abundance of recreational opportunities available to suit everyone.

The County employs over 730 individuals within 20 departments, 6 elected offices, and 3 courts. Livingston County is named a Detroit Free Press Top Workplace for three consecutive years, , and aims for more. Based on employee feedback, the Top Workplace title reflects the County’s commitment to effective and efficient services that improve residents’ quality of life.

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Chief Financial Officer – Hiring Solutions LLC

Under the direction of the County Administrator, this position is responsible for the overall management of the Finance Department. Serves as the Chief Financial Officer, principal advisor, and second-in-command to the County Administrator on all financial issues pertaining to the County government. Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Finance Department. Directs the County's centralized budgeting, purchasing, and accounts payable activities and upgrades related procedures on an ongoing basis.

Directs accounting, financial reporting and regulatory requirements and monitors the County's fiscal stability.

• Retirement plan includes a 401a with up to 8% employer contribution
• Comprehensive Medical, Pharmacy, Dental & Vision
• Optional HSA with an employer match
• Optional Voluntary 457 Deferred Compensation plan
• Short-term & Long-term disability & Basic Life & AD&D insurance
• Health & Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid vacation, sick days & 13 Holidays. Unused vacation and sick time rolls over
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Up to $500 annual Wellness reimbursement and $100 incentive for completing annual physical & Health Assessment
• Voluntary benefits such as Pet Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital & Whole Life policies
• Employee assistance program

* Pro-rated based on DOH

This position has a yearly salary range of $ - $ and comprehensive benefit plan.

• Plans, organizes, and directs all aspects of departmental operations, including personnel, budgeting, planning, and general administration. Develops and implements departmental policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Assesses department operations, staffing levels, facilities, and equipment. Analyzes budgetary and resource needs, makes recommendations for improvements, and implements changes. Monitors operational costs and makes recommendations for increasing efficiency.
• Prepares and presents annual budget requests, administers departmental budget, and ensures that the authorized budgetary and purchasing procedures are properly used.
• Assigns or delegates responsibility for assignment of work, directs personnel, evaluates performance of all employees, and assures necessary training and professional development. Takes disciplinary action according to established procedures.
• Manages the preparation of the County's annual operating budget, including maintaining position control, preparing salary and wage projections, providing base level budgets to departments, monitoring appropriations, analyzing revenues and expenditures, analyzing irregular circumstances which require budget amendments and developing long range financial models.
• Oversees the day-to-day operation of the County's enterprise software system, including developing and implementing efficient processes, leading change management and ensuring decisions and/or changes are communicated to users of the program.
• Directs and manages the centralized purchasing and accounts payable activities, including recommending purchases, claims and…