Chief Financial Officer

Definition

This is a full-time opportunity with many benefits! As a Missoula County employee, you will be part of a team that is committed to positively impacting the community. The pay range for this position is $135,000.00 - $160,000.00 Annually DOQ.

Missoula County is seeking a CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER to join their team. This executive-level position is responsible for the strategic oversight of all financial operations, including budgeting, accounting, payroll, grants, investments, and financial reporting. The CFO plays a critical leadership role in ensuring the County’s fiscal integrity, supporting long-term financial planning, and fostering a culture of public service and collaboration across departments.

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Representative Examples of Work

• Serve as the County’s Budget Officer, overseeing the development, implementation, and monitoring of the annual budgets including mill levy calculations.
• Provide strategic financial leadership and guidance to elected officials, chief officers, department heads, and staff.
• Oversee the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and ensure compliance with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements.
• Manage the County’s investment program, debt issuance, and capital financing strategies.
• Lead the County’s annual audit process and coordinate with internal and external auditors.
• Through the Financial Services Director supervise the Financial Services Department, including accounting, payroll, grants, and financial planning functions.
• Analyze the financial impact of proposed legislation and represent the County in state and federal financial matters.
• Promote the effective use of the County’s Workday ERP system to support data-driven decision-making and operational efficiency.
• Foster a strong customer service orientation within the department, supporting both internal departments and external constituents.
• Serve as a member of the County’s Senior Management Team and contribute to organization-wide initiatives and strategic planning.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or a related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) required.
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in governmental finance, accounting, or budget administration, including supervisory experience.

Physical/Environmental Demands

• Work is primarily performed in an office or meeting setting with occasional off-site meetings.
• This is an exempt position not subject to overtime under state or federal wage and hour laws.

Located halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and home to the University of Montana, Missoula is an academic center situated in an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise. Depending on the season, you can hike, ski, fish, float rivers, ride mountain bikes, or just sit back and marvel at the surrounding scenery. Join us in a scenic, sophisticated, and service-oriented Missoula!
Missoula County covers over 2,618 square miles of mountain lands varying in topography and climate from temperate river valleys to snow-capped peaks. Five large valleys and two major rivers wind through this mountainous region.
Missoula County is large and diverse, featuring everything from the spectacular scenery of Clark Fork River running through town to lush ranches and a growing economy of small business. Skiers, outdoor enthusiasts, wildlife watchers, mothers and fathers, business owners, vacationers, fisherman, retirees, students, and many others have grown to love Missoula County's boundless opportunities.

This summary outlines the benefit programs; actual benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status.

Missoula County will reward your contributions to our community with competitive compensation and generous benefits, including but not limited to:

Excellent Medical Health Benefits- Group health benefits, including dental and vision coverage, are available to eligible County employees. The medical health benefits premium is covered for full-time employees. The County contribution is pro-rated on hours paid for part-time employees. The employee pays the premium portion for dependent coverage. Family health benefits coverage is $258.00 per pay period.

Medical deductible is $500 for an individual and $1,000 for a family.

Flexible Benefits Plan- Pre-tax out-of-pocket medical expenses and day care expenses.

Voluntary Life Insurance Coverage, Long and Short-Term Disability, Critical and Accident Insuranceare offered through Mutual ofOmaha.

Public Employees Retirement System- Montana public employees of the state, university system, local governments and certain employees of school districts are covered by the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). New members to the PERS have an opportunity to choose between two retirement plan options: the Defined Benefit Plan or the Defined Contribution Plan.

Sheriffs' Retirement System (SRS)- A public pension plan for all Montana Sheriffs hired after July 1, 1974 and Detention Officers hired after July 1, 2005.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness- Working for Missoula County may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness. Look here to learn more and understand whether you may be eligible.

Supplemental Retirement Benefitsare offered through Valic or Nationwide.

Sick Leave- Full-time employees accrue 7.38hours per month and are eligible to use sick leave once you have been an employee for 90 days.The accrual is pro-rated for part-time employees.

Vacation Leave- Full-time employees accrue 9.24 hours per month and are eligible to use leave after continuous employment for a period of 6 full months. The accrual is pro-rated for part-time employees.

Holidays- The County observes eleven legal holidays in even numbered years and ten legal holidays in odd numbered years.

Paid Parental Leave (PPL)-In recognition of the importance of bonding and care of a newborn child or a child placed for adoption, Missoula County 6 continuous weeks of PPL to eligible full-time employees that have been with the county for 180 days. The hours are pro-rated for part-time employees.

Tuition Assistance- Because we value the professional and personal development of our employees, Missoula County is proud to offer reimbursement of certain education expenses.

Closing Date/Time: 11/9/2025 5:00 PM Mountain

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