Finance Director

Finance Director Pekin, IllinoisAre you a strategic financial leader who wants to make a lasting impact in your community? Tazewell County is seeking an experienced, resourceful, and forward-thinking finance professional to join our administrative leadership team. The Finance Director position implements and guides financial strategy, impacts key policy decisions, and ensures the responsible stewardship of public resources to safeguard the County's long-term financial strength.The Finance Director works closely with the County Administrator, County Board, elected officials, and department heads to drive sound financial planning, transparency, and operational excellence. As the leader of the County's finance team, you will oversee budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, audits, accounts payable, purchasing, and compliance with governmental regulations.We are looking for a highly motivated leader who strives for continuous improvement, leverages financial expertise to support sound fiscal decision-making, and possesses excellent interpersonal skills with a commitment to collaborative problem-solving.If you enjoy solving complex financial challenges, building high-performing teams, and making a meaningful difference in your community, we encourage you to apply.Job Title: Finance Director FLSA Status: Exempt Reports To: County Administrator Grade: 18 Salary Range: $94,785.60 - $125,881.35The Finance Director provides executive management and administrative oversight for all assigned matters, with primary responsibility for the financial affairs, budget, and audit processes of the County, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance with applicable regulations.Essential Job DutiesPrepare, oversee, and present the annual County budget, including coordination with departments and elected officials, analysis of fund balances, and tax levy recommendationsFacilitate the County's annual independent audit, serving as the primary contact for auditors and ensuring timely and accurate reportingAnalyze accounting records and financial operating results to inform budget allocations and provide guidance to departments and elected officialsOversee the Finance Department, including planning, direction, supervision, and evaluation of ongoing operations and staffDevelop and implement departmental short-term plans, annual goals, and strategic direction in alignment with County objectivesEnsure compliance with statutory regulations, internal controls, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles for financial statements and reportingPrepare the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CFAR), the Consolidated Year-End Financial Report (CYEFR), and the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA)Coordinate with County Auditor to ensure proper communication and information sharing from accounts payable and purchasing functionsOversee procurement processes, including bid preparation, policy implementation, and purchasing activitiesEnsure capital asset records are accurately maintained, and all capital expenditures and projects are tracked and accounted for appropriately Monitor and manage grant revenues, expenditures, and reporting to ensure compliance with federal and state requirementsBuild and maintain productive relationships with County Board members, elected officials, department heads, and staffAdditional duties as assignedQualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field with 5+ years of experienceCertified Public Accounting (CPA) preferredExperience in government accounting, audit, and/or finance desiredMaster's degree preferredKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesDemonstrated expertise in budget preparation, financial analysis, and audit facilitation for complex organizationsComprehensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, governmental fund accounting, and grant requirementsAbility to develop, implement, and oversee internal controls, policies, and procedures to ensure financial accuracy and complianceProficient in analyzing and interpreting financial reports, contracts, and policies to inform decision-making and provide guidanceStrong leadership skills in supervising, training, and evaluating staff, with the ability to build and maintain productive relationships across diverse groupsExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information effectively to groups and respond to inquiries from officials and stakeholdersAbility to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive issues with discretionKnowledge of county and state statutes related to County government preferredPhysical DemandsFrequently required to sit for extended periods Frequently required to talk or hear Occasionally required to stand and walk Occasionally required to use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch Occasionally moves office equipment weighing up to 25 pounds Required to observe details at close and distant range and perceive depthWork EnvironmentThis job is performed in an indoor office environment and involves regular use of computers and other standard office equipment. Attendance at County Board and committee meetings is required, and occasional travel to other locations may occur as part of job dutiesSupervisory ResponsibilityOversee the work of experienced level professionals and subordinate managers, remove obstacles within and across the organization to achieve workMay include contractors, vendors, and third-party employeesMay oversee the development of new methods and resolution of issues Regularly advises teams on complex mattersDisclaimer: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws. Management reserves the right to revise or change job descriptions, job duties, functions and requirements as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Tazewell County is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE – race/color/religion/sex/Sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability