Financial Services Supervisor

This posting will remain Open until Filled. 

First review date of applications is April 22, 2024. 

About the Position

Lane County Administration-Operations/Financial Services is seeking a Financial Services Supervisor (Accounting Supervisor). If you are passionate about ensuring that all financial components of the organization are well-organized and executed timely, accurately, and efficiently while providing superior customer service, then you might be interested in Lane County's Financial Reporting Supervisor position. We are looking for a customer-service-driven individual to lead and inspire a centralized team of talented professionals in collaboration with accounting staff throughout the organization.

Under general direction of the Financial Services Manger, the position supervises and performs difficult professional-level accounting and financial record-keeping activities in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and practices; assists with year-end audit processes and prepares work papers; manages special projects as required; actively supervises assigned professional and technical staff; and performs related work as required. This position may provide technical guidance to other finance department personnel or personnel from other county departments.

This position is responsible for the day-to-day management of general accounting functions (payroll, tax distributions, and cash & investment management) and sets goals to keep the team engaged, doing the work of ensuring that the laws, rules, and policies are correctly and consistently applied. The Financial Services Supervisor will provide accurate, efficient, and effective processing of the County’s tax distributions, payroll, journal entries, and related accounting activities. The successful candidate will have great analytical skills and a commitment to meeting timelines while also being detail oriented and producing accurate work.

If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please apply online and submit your application, resume, and cover letter.

** In your cover letter, please respond to the following (15 points): 

Describe your experience actively supervising staff, including the number of staff supervised.

** YOU ARE REQUIRED TO ATTACH A COVER LETTER & RESPOND TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR FURTHER REVIEWS. ** 

About the Division

As part of the County Administration Department, the 15 FTE in the Financial Services Division perform functions related to accounting, financial reporting, investment of funds, cash management, debt management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll administration and procurement. Financial Services is responsible for maintaining and reporting all financial transactions on an accurate and timely basis and preparing financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles including the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). Financial Services maintains effective accounting systems to control and report the receipt and disbursement of County and taxing districts funds and is responsible for receiving and recording all County expenditures and revenue obligations. 

Schedule: Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm

*This is a non-represented position*

QUALIFICATIONS:

Training:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field
• Some positions may require a Master's Degree or Medical Doctorate specific to area assigned

Experience:

• Four years of professional experience directly related to area assigned, including lead or supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace.  All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.