Finance Director
This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly community with a great quality of life and a stable political environment. Lincoln County is a great place to work—the organization is well-managed and has an excellent team of elected officials, department directors, and employees that serve a vibrant and diverse population. Employees are engaged and dedicated to their jobs and to providing excellent services. Come join a progressive, dynamic team led by a supportive Board of Commissioners and County Administrator who genuinely care about their employees. This is an ideal opportunity for a motivated, energetic individual looking for a long tenure and to make a positive difference.
LINCOLN COUNTY
Established in 1893, Lincoln County employs 489 FTEs and has a 2023-2024 budget of $184 million, including a general fund of $51 million. County departments include County Administration, Legal Counsel, Finance & Accounting, Health & Human Services, Human Resources, Information Technology, Juvenile, Parole & Probation, Planning &Development, Public Works, Surveyor's Office, Transit, and Veteran Services. Elected County positions include the Assessor, Commissioners, County Clerk, District Attorney, Sheriff, and Treasurer.
QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will have strong skills as a public communicator of financial information. They should have experience in building trust with the public and staff through leading with transparency and openness.
The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field (finance or accounting preferred), plus 7 years administrative accounting experience in a public agency utilizing governmental and fund account, and/or in a public accounting firm. Certified Public Accountant preferred.
The person in this position will:
- Be a skilled and effective communicator who can clearly articulate the financial position and needs of the County to a wide-ranging audience; is responsive to all stakeholders; and actively listens and follows up to resolve issues.
- Have a demonstrated ability to lead a robust team and collaborate across the organization to provide excellent and equitable services on all financial matters.
- Have experience with municipal (preferably county) audits and financial reporting requirements, coordinating work products of staff, and preparing financial records and documentation for the County’s contracted auditors in preparation of the County’s annual audit and annual comprehensive financial report.
- Exercise sound independent judgment and takes the initiative to research and provide recommendations on financial policies and funding strategies, including new revenue sources enacted by state and federal legislation.
ABOUT THE AREA
About 2.5 hours southwest of Portland, Lincoln County is one of the most popular destinations on the Oregon coast. With over 60 miles of shoreline, the coast varies from the rocky cliffs near stunning Cape Perpetua on Lincoln County's southern border to the seven miles of sandy beaches at Lincoln City. Lincoln County is also known for its hundreds of miles of navigable rivers, waterfalls, and old-growth Douglas Firs, lush rainforests, as well as world-class dining and a thriving art and culture scene.
Lincoln County spans 992 square miles and is home to about 50,000 people and seven incorporated cities, each with their unique personality: Lincoln City, Depoe Bay, Siletz, Toledo, Newport, Waldport and Yachats. The northern part of Lincoln County also includes the Siletz Reservation, home to the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians, a federally recognized confederation of over 30 bands originating from Northern California to Southern Washington. to make a positive difference.