Fiscal Director

Mercer County, Pennsylvania is seeking a highly qualified and strategic Fiscal Director to serve as the County’s chief fiscal officer. Reporting directly to the Board of Commissioners, this executive-level position provides leadership and oversight for all countywide financial operations and plays a central role in ensuring fiscal integrity, transparency, and long-term sustainability.

The Fiscal Director leads multi-fund budgeting, long-range financial planning, debt and cash management, grants compliance, and GAAP/GASB-compliant financial reporting. Operating independently within established policy direction, the Fiscal Director collaborates closely with the County’s elected Controller and Treasurer to ensure coordinated fiscal operations and strong public accountability.

KEY RESPONSIIBLITIES

• Advise the Board of Commissioners on financial policy, long-range planning, fund balance strategy, and fiscal sustainability
• Develop and maintain a rolling five-year financial forecast incorporating fiscal health ratios and economic indicators
• Lead preparation and management of the County’s annual operating and capital budgets in compliance with Pennsylvania County Code (Title 16)
• Oversee GAAP/GASB financial reporting, ACFR preparation, external audits, and required state and federal filings
• Manage grants compliance, Single Audit requirements, and cost allocation plans
• Coordinate cash flow forecasting, investments, and liquidity management with the Treasurer
• Serve as staff lead for debt planning and issuance under the Local Government Unit Debt Act (LGUDA)
• Develop fiscal dashboards and quarterly fiscal health reports to communicate financial performance to leadership and the public
• Supervise professional staff in budgeting, accounting, grants, and reporting functions

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Credentials –

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Public Administration, or a related field required. Master’s degree preferred
• Professional certification (CPA, CPFO, CGFM, or CGFO) strongly preferred

Experience-

• 7–10 years of progressive governmental finance experience
• Demonstrated experience supervising professional staff
• Expertise in multi-fund budgeting, financial forecasting, GAAP/GASB reporting, debt management, and grants compliance

SALARY & BENEFITS:

• Salary Range: $68,621 – $98,722 (competitive and commensurate with experience)
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance; retirement contributions; paid leave; and professional development opportunities

TO APPLY:

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter Search@kafferlinstrategies.com

Application Deadline: Friday, January 23, 2026, at 4:00 PM

Mercer County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

LOCATIONS:

Mercer County 125 South Diamond Street Mercer, PA 16137