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Deputy Director Accounting and Finance

Salary

$113,048.00 - $154,523.20 Annually

Location

Stillwater, MN

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

25-00157

Department

Accounting & Finance Dept

Opening Date

10/30/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

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JOB SPECIFICS

The Deputy Director of Accounting and Finance assists in the overall leadership and management of the County’s financial operations. This position supports the Director in overseeing accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, cash and debt management, and compliance with state and federal regulations. The Deputy Director provides strategic and technical guidance to division managers and staff, ensures adherence to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and governmental accounting standards (GASB), and contributes to the development and implementation of financial policies and internal controls. The role also involves coordinating the annual audit, preparing the County’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, and supporting long-term financial planning. In the Director’s absence, the Deputy Director assumes responsibility for departmental leadership and decision-making.

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE:

+ Possess a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) license

+ Experience leading teams and creating positive and productive work environments

+ Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), financial systems and county organization, operation, and ability to apply that knowledge

+ Ability to analyze, develop and interpret rules, regulations, policies, and practices

+ Strong verbal and written communication skills

SELECTION TECHNIQUE: Your training and experience will be rated based on the required application material submitted and the top-scoring candidates will be forwarded to the hiring department for further consideration.

HOURS/DAYS: This is a full-time, hybrid position, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The position is expected to work on-site at least three days per week, with the option to work remotely up to two days per week depending on business needs. Work schedules (hours and days) and location are subject to change based on department needs.

ANTICIPATED HIRING RATE: $113,048.00-$154,523.20 Annually

E-Verify Participation: Washington County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Washington County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Washington County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.

E- Verify Participation Poster (https://web1.co.washington.mn.us/NeoGovNotices/HR/2024/E-Verify\_Participation\_Poster\_Eng\_Es.pdf)

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JOB SUMMARY

The Deputy Director of Accounting and Finance supports the vision and strategy for countywide accounting and financial services, by providing supervision of department operations and as an active member of the department's management team and representative of the department in facilitating strong, productive relationships with other county departments.

EMPLOYMENT CRITERIA

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Public Policy, Public Administration, or related field and eight years of experience in accounting, finance, budgeting, or related work; with at least two years in a supervisor or managerial capacity.

OR a Master’s Degree in a related field, and six years of experience in accounting, finance, budgeting, or related work; with at least two years in a supervisor or managerial capacity.

Preferred Qualifications: Possess a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) license. Experience leading teams and creating positive and productive work environments. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), financial systems and county organization, operation, and ability to apply that knowledge. Ability to analyze, develop and interpret rules, regulations, policies, and practices. Strong verbal and written communication skills.

CORE COMPETENCIES, JOB SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED FOR SUCCESSFUL JOB PERFORMANCE

Core Competencies (https://web1.co.washington.mn.us/NeoGovNotices/HR/CoreCompetenciesDefined.pdf) outline essential business and professional traits necessary to perform this job.

+ Support and prioritize a welcoming and respectful workplace that fosters diversity and encourages contributions from all individuals.

+ Provide inclusive and equitable service to all members of the community with dignity and respect.

+ Demonstrate support for the County’s diversity, equity and inclusion program.

+ Promotes a culture of continuous quality improvement in the workplace.

+ Demonstrates knowledge of continuous quality improvement.

+ Promotes the use of data and continuous quality improvement to drive the department's work and achieve results.

+ Demonstrates knowledge of accounting theory and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

+ Demonstrates the ability to apply accounting theory and GAAP to developing and maintaining effective accounting operations.

+ Demonstrates knowledge of the state and federal laws affecting accounting principles, department activities, and financial operations.

+ Demonstrates knowledge of the government financial and accounting activities and practices.

+ Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of public debt financing.

+ Demonstrates considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of cash and treasury management, and investment of public funds.

+ Demonstrates ability to provide quality service when dealing with internal and external customers.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

+ Define the vision, strategy, services and delivery for County finance and accounting operations.

+ Assist the Director to develop, apply, evaluate and administer policies and procedures that increase fiscal management effectiveness.

+ Work with the management team to evaluate, define, plan and implement initiatives, programs and best practices to improve financial management.

+ Ensure regulatory and legal compliance.

+ Collaborate with department staff to develop strategies to meet short- and long-term financial needs.

+ As delegated, provide leadership and consultation to other departments on finance, accounting and business operations.

+ Assist the Director in serving as a liaison between the County and external financial service providers (banks, bond rating agencies, financial advisors, etc.).

+ Maintain stakeholder communications and resolve complex issues.

+ Under Department Head direction, supervise County accounting and finance processes and operations.

+ Supervise general ledger standards and accounting system operations.

+ Ensure country financial records are accurate.

+ Supervise cash management, investment and treasury operations.

+ Supervise all receipt and disbursement of funds.

+ Coordinate depository, brokerage, safekeeping and payment processes to safeguard financial assets.

+ Oversee fixed asset processes to track non-financial assets.

+ Collaborate and contribute to planning and execution of bond financing and securities ratings.

+ Ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, regulatory standards and legal requirements for accounting and finance.

+ Identify and resolve complex accounting and finance issues.

+ Participate in budget preparation and management.

+ Assist in the preparation and administration of the annual departmental budget.

+ Monitor revenues and spending and approve expenditures.

+ Work with department management team to evaluate and propose budgets to meet service, equipment and staffing needs.

+ Assist in developing operational and financial proposals for projects and initiatives.

+ Coordinate department management efforts to realign budget with program changes, or as necessary.

+ Supervise the development of financial models and projections for countywide use.

+ Manage assigned staff.

+ Supervise staff to meet department goals and performance objectives.

+ Collaborate with department management team on staffing decisions.

+ Provide work direction.

+ Facilitate or recommend training.

+ Guide staff through changes in processes, services or programs.

+ Conduct performance reviews.

+ Provide professional accounting leadership to staff in other departments.

+ Perform duties and responsibilities of Director-Accounting & Finance in the Director's absence.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential functions: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, and 34.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work performed is sedentary in nature and typically performed within the Government Center or a satellite office. Lifting requirement of up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis. Equipment used may include, but is not limited to, computer, typewriter, calculator, telephone, scanner and copy and fax machine.

Work interruptions are frequent. There is some pressure associated with dealing with individuals who may be emotionally charged and with project or activity deadlines and details. Driving or riding to work at a service center, attend meetings, participate in or lead training sessions, etc. may be required. Must have own means of reliable transportation for business purposes. Individuals operating a motor vehicle for county business must possess a valid driver's license.

Additional physical/mental requirements that occur may not be listed above but are inherent in performing the position's essential functions.

This job description is intended to describe the kinds of tasks and level of work difficulty being performed by people assigned to this classification. The list of responsibilities is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The County retains the discretion to add or change the contents of this job description at any time.

Washington County offers a comprehensive benefit package (https://web1.co.washington.mn.us/NeoGovNotices/HR/2025/BenefitsGuideBook2025.pdf) including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance.

For a more detailed overview of our Department Heads-Appointed/Deputy Directors benefit package, click here (https://www.washingtoncountymn.gov/DocumentCenter/View/50331/Appointed-Department-Director-and-Deputy-Director-Benefit-Synopsis-PDF) .

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Please indicate which of the following minimum qualifications you possess.

+ A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Public Policy, Public Administration, or related field and eight years of experience in accounting, finance, budgeting, or related work; with at least two years in a supervisor or managerial capacity.

+ A Master’s Degree in a related field, and six years of experience in accounting, finance, budgeting, or related work; with at least two years in a supervisor or managerial capacity.

+ None of the above

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If you indicated meeting the minimums by having an equivalent combination of education and experience, please briefly describe the combination and explain why you feel it is equivalent. (If you answered "No" to the above question, enter "NA" in the text box.)

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Do you possess a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) license?

+ Yes

+ No

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If you answered "Yes" to the above question, you must provide a brief summary of your experience and the name of the employer(s) where you gained that experience. (If you answered "No" to the above question, enter "NA" in the text box.)

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Do you have experience leading teams and creating positive and productive work environments?

+ Yes

+ No

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If you answered "Yes" to the above question, you must provide a brief summary of your experience and the name of the employer(s) where you gained that experience. (If you answered "No" to the above question, enter "NA" in the text box.)

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Do you have knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), financial systems and county organization, operation, and ability to apply that knowledge?

+ Yes

+ No

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If you answered "Yes" to the above question, you must provide a brief summary of your experience and the name of the employer(s) where you gained that experience. (If you answered "No" to the above question, enter "NA" in the text box.)

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Do you have the ability to analyze, develop and interpret rules, regulations, policies, and practices?

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+ No

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If you answered "Yes" to the above question, you must provide a brief summary of your experience and the name of the employer(s) where you gained that experience. (If you answered "No" to the above question, enter "NA" in the text box.)

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Do you have strong verbal and written communication skills?

+ Yes

+ No

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If you answered "Yes" to the above question, you must provide a brief summary of your experience and the name of the employer(s) where you gained that experience. (If you answered "No" to the above question, enter "NA" in the text box.)

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Employer

Washington County (MN)

Address

14949 62nd Street North Stillwater, Minnesota, 55082

Phone

651-430-6081

Website

https://www.washingtoncountymn.gov

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