Chief Financial Officer

Description

Who We Are

Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the County’s citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County will deliver services and set standards that reflect its values and preserve the region’s unique quality of life for present and future generations to enjoy. Gunnison County is governed by an elected three member Board of County Commissioners serving four-year overlapping terms.

Perks of the Gunnison Valley

"The Gunnison Valley is famous for both summer and winter outdoor recreation. In summer, explore the two million acres of public lands by hiking and mountain biking. In winter, alpine skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort is unmatched. There are dozens of miles of scenic cross-country ski trails, too. You’ll find great restaurants, shopping, arts and events in the valley’s unique mountain towns" For more information on what the valley offers, visit the Gunnison & Crested Butte website here. 

Benefits

• Housing is held for Gunnison County Employees and may be available for you to rent 

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage 

• Vacation Leave: based on years of service starting at 8 hours/month 

• Sick Leave: 8 hours for each month of service 

• Dependent Care FSA 

• FSA and HSA 

• Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance 1x Annual Salary 

• Employer Paid Norton LifeLock Membership 

• Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance, including spouse and children 

• Employee Assistance Program 

• Mandatory 401(a) 3% Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement. 

• 401(a) 3% Employer Contribution match 

• Voluntary 457(b) Pre-tax or After-tax Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement. 

• 457(b) Up to a 3% Employer Contribution match 

• Discounted Pet Insurance, and Gym Memberships

Job Summary

Administers and performs a variety of complex professional and technical functions necessary to maintain the financial systems and operations of the County. Provides leadership in the performance of accounting, payroll, auditing, planning and analysis services to the County organization and the public, so they can make informed decisions, provide fiscally responsible management, and demonstrate and experience accountable County government. Serves as the financial advisor to the Board of County Commissioners and other County department directors and program managers.   

Pay Rate

The monthly range is from $11,377.26 to $15,317.67, depending on experience, plus full benefits.  

*The County pays monthly on the last week day of the month.*

View the full job description here.  

Hiring Manager

Matthew Birnie

[email protected]

Anticipated Job Posting Close Date

Open until filled.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license.
• Completion of ICS 100, 200, and 700 within first year of hire and ICS 300, 400, and 800 within 2 years of hire.

 Qualifications/Education

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or Public administration required, and 
• minimum seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in the field of accounting or public administration that involved the analysis, preparation and administration of budgets and development of long-term planning, or 
• any equivalent combination of education and experience that the County deems appropriate. 
• Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration or related field preferred.