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Isanti County Government Center The Finance Director provides strategic and operational leadership for the County’s fiscal functions, including budgeting, financial reporting, investments, and internal controls. Job Details Position:
Finance Director Department:
Finance and Property Services Job Type:
Full-time, 40 hours per week Work Schedule:
Regular work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Work Setting:
On site and requires regular, in-person attendance FLSA Status:
Exempt Union:
Non-Contract Compensation Expected 2025 Hiring Range: $52.54 – $59.72 per hour ($109,283.20 – $124,217.60 annually), depending on qualifications, relevant experience, and internal equity. Full Range: $52.54 – $67.88 per hour ($109,283.20 – $141,190.40 annually), with the potential for additional longevity-based pay. Application Requirements To be considered for this position, applicants must fully complete the Work Experience and Education sections of the online application and attach a resume. Posting Details Posted: Thursday, September 25, 2025 Application Deadline: Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. Equal Opportunity: AA/EEO Application and Selection Process After the posting closes, Human Resources will review all applications. If your qualifications align with the requirements, you will be contacted via email with details regarding the next steps in the selection process. Benefits Health, dental, and vision insurance Life insurance (basic life for yourself; voluntary optional coverage) Flexible Spending Accounts (health and dependent care) Short- and long-term disability Accident, hospital confinement, cancer, critical illness, and whole life insurance Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, personal leave) 12 paid holidays annually Deferred compensation plans Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA) – Employer/Employee Contributions Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee Wellness Program General Definition of Work The Finance Director provides strategic and operational leadership for the County’s fiscal functions, including budgeting, financial reporting, investments, and internal controls. Essential Functions Develop and oversee financial policies, practices, and initiatives to support the County’s mission and priorities. Provide strategic financial guidance to the County Board, Administration, and departments. Lead the county-wide financial accounting operations including accounts receivable, accounts payable, audit, general ledger, account reconciliation, and investments. Assist in the development of the annual budget; provide ongoing budget analysis to departments, County Board, and Administration. Approve the preparation and execution of the County's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) in conformity with the Generally Accepted Account Principles (GAAP). Design, prepare, and submit periodic financial reports for county departments and the County Board to assure compliance and evaluate financial performance. Manage debt financing and investment analysis and management, including consultation with rating agencies to establish and maintain the County’s bond rating. Identify and implement strategies countywide to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve financial operations. Oversee and strengthen systems designed to prevent, detect, and respond to financial fraud and irregularities. Support labor negotiations by providing financial analysis of collective bargaining proposals. Develop and manage annual work plan for the Finance Department including measurable goals and outcomes. Direct, supervise, and evaluate Finance Department staff; provide coaching, development, and performance management. Serve as the Chief Deputy County Treasurer, performing statutory duties of the County Treasurer in the absence of the County Auditor-Treasurer. Perform other related duties as apparent or assigned to ensure continuity of financial operations. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or related field. Considerable experience in financial statement preparation, governmental accounting and financial reporting standards, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or related field. Certified Public Accountant Accreditation (CPA) or equivalent professional accreditation. Experience in municipal or other governmental financial leadership. Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Knowledge of governmental accounting, budgeting, audit processes, and grant accounting. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and financial database systems. Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and guidelines related to assigned work. Knowledge of county policies and ability to apply them to assigned work. Knowledge of data privacy practices and ability to maintain confidential documents and information. Ability to effectively plan, assign, train, motivate, organize, supervise and direct personnel to create and maintain high quality service to the public. Ability to complete assigned work with accuracy and strong attention to detail. Ability to organize work and adhere to administrative, reporting, or statutory deadlines. Ability to analyze data for inquiries and reporting purposes. Ability to delegate work and provide effective direction and supervision. Ability to work without close supervision. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County Board members, county officials and department heads, employees, other governmental employees, bank and investment firm employees, accountants and external auditors, and the public. Ability to maintain a regular and timely work attendance.
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FINANCE DIRECTOR
role at
Isanti County Government Center The Finance Director provides strategic and operational leadership for the County’s fiscal functions, including budgeting, financial reporting, investments, and internal controls. Job Details Position:
Finance Director Department:
Finance and Property Services Job Type:
Full-time, 40 hours per week Work Schedule:
Regular work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Work Setting:
On site and requires regular, in-person attendance FLSA Status:
Exempt Union:
Non-Contract Compensation Expected 2025 Hiring Range: $52.54 – $59.72 per hour ($109,283.20 – $124,217.60 annually), depending on qualifications, relevant experience, and internal equity. Full Range: $52.54 – $67.88 per hour ($109,283.20 – $141,190.40 annually), with the potential for additional longevity-based pay. Application Requirements To be considered for this position, applicants must fully complete the Work Experience and Education sections of the online application and attach a resume. Posting Details Posted: Thursday, September 25, 2025 Application Deadline: Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. Equal Opportunity: AA/EEO Application and Selection Process After the posting closes, Human Resources will review all applications. If your qualifications align with the requirements, you will be contacted via email with details regarding the next steps in the selection process. Benefits Health, dental, and vision insurance Life insurance (basic life for yourself; voluntary optional coverage) Flexible Spending Accounts (health and dependent care) Short- and long-term disability Accident, hospital confinement, cancer, critical illness, and whole life insurance Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, personal leave) 12 paid holidays annually Deferred compensation plans Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA) – Employer/Employee Contributions Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee Wellness Program General Definition of Work The Finance Director provides strategic and operational leadership for the County’s fiscal functions, including budgeting, financial reporting, investments, and internal controls. Essential Functions Develop and oversee financial policies, practices, and initiatives to support the County’s mission and priorities. Provide strategic financial guidance to the County Board, Administration, and departments. Lead the county-wide financial accounting operations including accounts receivable, accounts payable, audit, general ledger, account reconciliation, and investments. Assist in the development of the annual budget; provide ongoing budget analysis to departments, County Board, and Administration. Approve the preparation and execution of the County's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) in conformity with the Generally Accepted Account Principles (GAAP). Design, prepare, and submit periodic financial reports for county departments and the County Board to assure compliance and evaluate financial performance. Manage debt financing and investment analysis and management, including consultation with rating agencies to establish and maintain the County’s bond rating. Identify and implement strategies countywide to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve financial operations. Oversee and strengthen systems designed to prevent, detect, and respond to financial fraud and irregularities. Support labor negotiations by providing financial analysis of collective bargaining proposals. Develop and manage annual work plan for the Finance Department including measurable goals and outcomes. Direct, supervise, and evaluate Finance Department staff; provide coaching, development, and performance management. Serve as the Chief Deputy County Treasurer, performing statutory duties of the County Treasurer in the absence of the County Auditor-Treasurer. Perform other related duties as apparent or assigned to ensure continuity of financial operations. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or related field. Considerable experience in financial statement preparation, governmental accounting and financial reporting standards, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or related field. Certified Public Accountant Accreditation (CPA) or equivalent professional accreditation. Experience in municipal or other governmental financial leadership. Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Knowledge of governmental accounting, budgeting, audit processes, and grant accounting. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and financial database systems. Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and guidelines related to assigned work. Knowledge of county policies and ability to apply them to assigned work. Knowledge of data privacy practices and ability to maintain confidential documents and information. Ability to effectively plan, assign, train, motivate, organize, supervise and direct personnel to create and maintain high quality service to the public. Ability to complete assigned work with accuracy and strong attention to detail. Ability to organize work and adhere to administrative, reporting, or statutory deadlines. Ability to analyze data for inquiries and reporting purposes. Ability to delegate work and provide effective direction and supervision. Ability to work without close supervision. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County Board members, county officials and department heads, employees, other governmental employees, bank and investment firm employees, accountants and external auditors, and the public. Ability to maintain a regular and timely work attendance.
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