Finance Director

Position Description: Plans, develops, directs, and maintains the District's finance, purchasing, risk management, and physical plant maintenance functions in a manner that supports the District's strategic plan, mission, goals, and objectives. Position Responsibilities: Monitors operational effectiveness, develops, and recommends new or revised policies and procedures impacting operational areas of responsibility; assures financial policies, procedures, and internal controls conform to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements. As a member of the Districts executive Leadership Team, participates in formulating and implementing District policies, procedures, programs, and services related to finance; provides financial advice to staff for District related issues and provides training to staff as needed. Prepares the Districts annual budget and monitors budget compliance; coordinates the development and monitoring of department budgets with the responsible manager and executive director; provides revenue and expenditure status reports and recommends mid-year adjustments when needed. Monitors cash-flow planning and ensures availability of funds when needed; responsible for cash, investment, and asset management. Manages the Districts General Operating Fund, Capital Projects Fund, and, as applicable, the Construction Fund and Debt Service Fund. Directs financing strategies and activities and fosters long-term banking relationships. Directs and manages the Districts debt financing obligations as warranted. Recommends the appropriate method for obtaining short- or long-term financing such as General Obligation Bonds, Tax Anticipation Notes and Special Purpose Bonds; e.g., Library Capital Facility Area bonds. Collaborates with the Districts Financial Advisor, Bond Counsel, and underwriters as required. Prepares the necessary documentation, budgets, financial statements, financial forecast, and justification; ensures appropriate repayments are distributed as required. Monitors and records the Districts potential arbitrage liability. Develops tools and systems to provide critical and timely financial and operational information to the Executive Director; prepares long-range financial forecasts including revenue and expenditure estimates; makes actionable recommendations on both strategy and operations; oversees long-term budgetary planning and cost management to ensure alignment with the Districts strategic plan, mission, and goals. Maintains accounting system compliance with state BARS and GASB requirements; ensures proper controls and accountability for all accounts and funds; maintains financial accounting and prepares annual financial reports for all funds; coordinates District participation in annual financial and compliance audits. Ensures the District's risk management policies and strategies comply with applicable regulations, rating agency standards, and strategic obligations of the District. Evaluates property and liability insurance requirements, including cyber liability and public officials and employment practices coverage; ensures the District maintains the appropriate insurance coverage with the requisite coverage limits. Assists the Human Resources Director and Operations Director in coordinating risk management activities related to their areas of responsibility. Coordinates with the Human Resources Director regarding employee benefits, accident reporting, and other safety-related issues. Administers general journal, accounts receivable and payable, including vendor and employee payroll check production and direct deposit payments. Administers general accounting, accounts payable, and payroll, software systems; interfaces with software vendor to resolve problems. Directs purchasing and contracting activities, except library materials and IT hardware and software; administers general office and library supply inventory, inventory control, and distribution system; manages fixed asset control and coordinates the disposal of surplus fixed assets. May perform seasonal tasks such as shoveling snow and spreading ice melt. Performs other related tasks as necessary. Qualifications:
Required
Bachelor's degree in financial management, accounting, business or public administration
Active CPA license
Five years of recent progressively responsible hands-on management-level experience in public sector accounting, preferably municipal government or special purpose district accounting
Experience in governmental budgeting, financial reporting, purchasing, revenue collection and investment management.
In addition to the above requirements, the ideal candidate will have a Masters in Business or Public Administration, three years of supervisory experience and be proficient working with accounting and payroll software. The District may accept an equivalent combination of education and experience in lieu of the above. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of: -
Current theory and practice of modern governmental accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and financial management.
Computerized accounting and reporting systems, including general ledger, accounts payable, payroll and timekeeping systems; internal financial control practices and procedures.
Cost and revenue analysis
Management and supervisory practices and procedures, including management by objectives
Risk management principles and practices Skill in: -
Use of computer systems and various accounting and business software programs
Analytical and abstract reasoning.
Ability to: -
Develop and implement short and long-term financial plans and goals for a public sector organization.

Develop and implement modern internal control, budget, and accounting procedures and records that comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements.

Use initiative, problem-solving skills, and sound judgment.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships in a team environment

Maintain confidentiality of information.

Interact in a professional and respectful manner with District staff and the public.

Consistently demonstrate quality customer service behavior(s).

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, other District officers, Board of Trustees, library Executive Director and the general public

Organize and express ideas effectively in oral and written communications.

Prepare, interpret, and analyze financial reports and statements.
Work Environment/Physical Demands: Work is performed primarily in an office environment. The noise level is usually quiet to moderate. Work may be performed outdoors and exposure to extreme weather conditions may occur. An individual performing the duties in this position may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time, lift, or move up to 40 pounds and/or push and/or pull objects weighing 50-100 pounds on a wheeled cart or book truck. Eligible for remote work Special Requirements:
Background and credit check required, per policy
Must be able to maintain CPA license

Must be able to travel to other locations to perform work, and/or attend work-related meetings, workshops, or conferences
Must have valid drivers license and required insurance when operating a privately owned vehicle for business purposes.

Must be bondable
Job Advertisement: Benefits & Leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid sick leave
12 paid holidays
Vacation leave
Washington State PERS retirement
Deferred compensation plans
Employer-paid Dental, Vision, Life and LTD for the employee
Dependent coverage available at employee expense
Medical coverage available (most plans paid in full for the employee)

For more information:
2023 Salary Schedule

Human Resources Policies (includes information about benefits, compensation and leave)