Confidential
Chief Financial Officer & Director of Finance
Confidential, Greeley, Colorado, United States, 80631
Chief Financial Officer & Director of Finance
About the Company
Prominent government agency serving the local community
Industry Government Administration
Type Government Agency
Founded 1861
Employees 1001-5000
About the Role
The Company is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) / Director of Finance to provide strategic leadership and hands-on oversight of the organization's financial management. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development and execution of financial strategies, ensuring compliance with GAAP and internal financial policies, and overseeing all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, investments, and debt management. This role requires a collaborative leader with a Master's degree in a related field, at least 10 years of progressive financial leadership experience, and a strong background in government accounting. The CFO will also serve as a key advisor to the Board of County Commissioners, Elected Officials, and Department Heads, providing clear and accurate financial analysis to support decision-making.
Applicants for the CFO / Director of Finance position at the company should have a proven track record in managing large organizational budgets, investments, and debt. The role demands a leader with strong technical knowledge of financial systems, FP&A, cost accounting, and cash flow management, as well as excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification is strongly preferred. The ideal candidate will be a recognized leader in financial management, with the ability to motivate and develop teams, and will be adept at navigating sensitive conversations with tact. Responsibilities also include overseeing the annual budget process, managing the external audit, and driving continuous improvement in financial processes and systems.
Hiring Manager Title Chair
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
Finance Operations
About the Company
Prominent government agency serving the local community
Industry Government Administration
Type Government Agency
Founded 1861
Employees 1001-5000
About the Role
The Company is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) / Director of Finance to provide strategic leadership and hands-on oversight of the organization's financial management. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development and execution of financial strategies, ensuring compliance with GAAP and internal financial policies, and overseeing all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, investments, and debt management. This role requires a collaborative leader with a Master's degree in a related field, at least 10 years of progressive financial leadership experience, and a strong background in government accounting. The CFO will also serve as a key advisor to the Board of County Commissioners, Elected Officials, and Department Heads, providing clear and accurate financial analysis to support decision-making.
Applicants for the CFO / Director of Finance position at the company should have a proven track record in managing large organizational budgets, investments, and debt. The role demands a leader with strong technical knowledge of financial systems, FP&A, cost accounting, and cash flow management, as well as excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification is strongly preferred. The ideal candidate will be a recognized leader in financial management, with the ability to motivate and develop teams, and will be adept at navigating sensitive conversations with tact. Responsibilities also include overseeing the annual budget process, managing the external audit, and driving continuous improvement in financial processes and systems.
Hiring Manager Title Chair
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
Finance Operations