Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Join Cass County, North Dakota as a full-time CFO - Chief Financial Officer to protect our finances and safeguard our residents' futures. We're hiring a highly dependable, trustworthy, and communicative person to play a key part in our Fargo, ND team. This rewarding position earns $116,302 - $174,434/year . Keep reading to learn how you can take the next step in your career while supporting our local county government!

CFO - CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER BENEFITS

• Pension
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Optional spouse insurance
• FSA
• Vacation and sick time
• Optional overtime bonus pay
• Great job security

WHAT TO EXPECT AS OUR CFO - CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

You'll be a staple in our county government's success, taking active steps to safeguard our assets, increase revenue, and support a stable financial future. You'll be in charge of crucial finance, banking, tax, and legislative operations and assist with special projects as needed. Your focus will be on meeting short- and long-term goals, and you'll optimize our processes to improve efficiency and productivity. You'll manage our finance records, budget preparations, accounts payable, tax databases, and county banking operations. Following the best accounting practices, you'll oversee our debt program, create profitable investment policies, and find ways to minimize banking costs while maximizing income.

Integrity is crucial, and you'll implement internal controls to prevent fund misappropriation. You'll find ways to increase revenue, including recommending tax levies, tracking special assessments, and collaborating with other units of government to enforce tax collection. Additionally, you'll assist with administrative duties like handling communication for the board of commissioners, coordinating and conducting elections, issuing marriage licenses, and overseeing public outreach. You'll support legislative development, participate in lobbying efforts, and hire and train new staff to help our county reach new heights!

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a similar field
• Knowledge of accounting, budgeting, forecasting, auditing, and financial practices
• Knowledge of government accounting standards and state statutes regarding county organizations
• Knowledge of agency fiscal policies
• Knowledge of computerized accounting systems
• Ability to plan and install new accounting, budgeting, and auditing systems
• Ability to prepare and analyze financial statements and reports
• Ability to manage tax, payroll, revenue, and expenditure payment data
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with coworkers and members of the public
• Qualified elector in North Dakota
• Residence in Cass County (within 90 days of appointment)
• Communication, interpersonal, and planning skills
• Organizational skills, problem-solving abilities, and ability to set short- and long-range objectives
• Professional attitude and appearance

CPA or CPFO certification would be preferred.

JOIN US!

At Cass County, service isn't just a tradition, it's who we are. For over 150 years, we've been deeply rooted in building a stronger, safer, and more connected community. As the most populous county in North Dakota, we're proud to lead with purpose, creating a place where individuals and families can truly thrive. Our Sheriff's Office plays a vital role in that mission, going far beyond law enforcement. From jail management and court services to life-saving efforts like search and rescue operations and snowmobile patrols, we're here when it matters most. Every day, we work with integrity, compassion, and a commitment to public safety.

Are you ready to oversee critical banking, tax, finance, and administrative responsibilities as our CFO - Chief Financial Officer? Become an integral member of our local government by completing our initial application today!

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