CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Salary Depends on Qualifications
Location: Albany, GA Job Type: FULL-TIME Classified Job Number: 2026-43 Department: Dougherty County Finance Department Opening Date: February 25, 2026 Closing Date: March 25, 2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Description
The purpose of this position is to develop, direct and manage the financial activities of Dougherty County and to provide direct oversight of the Finance Department. This position is responsible for the financial reporting in compliance with authoritative standards, cash and investment management, financial analysis, debt administration, payroll administration, budget administration, grant administration, interim financial reporting for various boards and committees, external financial and compliance audits, CAFR preparation, pension and OPEB transactions/valuations, development/implementation/compliance of county-wide policies and procedures, internal controls within departmental functions, credit card administration, yearend County and various Authority & Commission financial reports to state and federal agencies, maintenance of fixed assets schedule for depreciation purposes, and other duties or projects as directed by the County Administrator.
Senior Management and the Board of Commissioners make decisions based on the financial reports that this position provides.
This class formulates long-range goals for the organization, develop policy and position papers.
Essential Tasks
• Provide sound management practices in the areas of Finance, Accounting, Budgeting, Inventory, Capital Planning, Forecasting, and Reporting of state, federal, and other grant programs by providing leadership and vision through strategic planning for administration for the County financial services. • Maintains a current, comprehensive knowledge and awareness of applicable laws, regulations, principles, and practices relating to government accounting, financial reporting and/or grant accounting and administration; maintains professional affiliations; and attends webinars, meetings, workshops, hearings, and training sessions as required; may provide related training and guidance to staff. • Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals. • Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed. • Prepares annual balanced budget for operating funds, capital improvement programs, revenues, reviews and analyzes departments expenditures, and provides historical trends; presents budget recommendations to the County Administrator and Commissioners; maintains budgets throughout the year and amends as necessary; works with all departments to individualize departmental account needs. • Oversees the bond compliance, including compliance with bond ordinances and resolutions and preparation of state and federal reports; coordinates bond issuance process for capital finance and refunding issues; prepares financial and statistical data to support the bond issuance process; reviews all bond closing documents. • Prepares comprehensive monthly and annual financial reports and various operations reports from general ledger accounts; oversees accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll; researches and implements law changes for payroll accounting functions. • Invests all County funds; transfers money between funds; opens and closes accounts; develops RFPs for banking services and recommends vendors. • Researches and develops RFPs for audit services; works with auditors for year-end audit; audits monthly finances and report irregularities to County Administrator. • Reviews and recommends to fund or not to fund for various purchases and projects to assist the County Administrator as needed. • Prepares and submits various state and federal reports as required by law. • Assists the County Administration with bond preparation and issuance by providing financial data. • Performs related work as assigned.
Minimum Qualification
• Knowledge of the laws, rules, regulations, principles, and practices applicable to municipal government accounting, debt issuance, treasury management, pensions, and budgeting. • Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). • Knowledge of relevant federal and state laws, city ordinances, and department policies and procedures. • Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs. • Knowledge of financial reporting requirements. • Knowledge of federal, state, and city purchasing laws and policies. • Knowledge of audit principles. • Knowledge of public investment standards. • Knowledge of federal and state accounting and auditing rules and regulations. • Knowledge of liability insurance, broker solutions and risk assessments. • Skills in management and supervision. • Skills in problem solving. • Skills in prioritizing and planning.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
• Master's degree in Accounting, Public Administration, Business Administration or related field required. • Eight (8) years of progressively responsible finance, budgeting and/or accounting experience in public sector; at least five (5) years of governmental accounting experience in a management or supervisory position or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred. • Must be bondable. • State of Georgia Certified Financial Officer (CFO) certification is a plus.
Supplemental Information
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
• Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment):
• None.
Special Certifications and Licenses:
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
PLEASE PROVIDE COPIES OF REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
• HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENT, DRIVER'S LICENSE, DEGREE(S), AND/OR CERTIFICATE(S). • RESUMES ARE RECOMMENDED AS PART OF YOUR APPLICATION, BUT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF A COMPLETED APPLICATION.
Americans With Disabilities Act Compliance:
Dougherty County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
Standard Clauses:
May be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays to meet the business needs of the County. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Essential Safety Functions: It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow the safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses. Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed and employees are properly trained.
Application Deadline:
Beginning Wednesday, February 25, 2026, to Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Successful Applicants for Employment Must Pass a Drug and/or Alcohol Screening and Pass Background Investigation.
Dougherty County has a no smoking in the workplace policy in compliance with the Georgia Smoke Free Air Act of 2005.
Dougherty County provides reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act.
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Dougherty County provides a comprehensive benefit package for full-time classified employees which includes the following: