Finance Division Director

Finance Division Director

Salary

$105,739.24 - $158,608.86 Annually

Location

(Ramsey County Government Center) Saint Paul, MN

Job Type

Full Time

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

2026-00333

Department

Strategic Team

Division

Finance/Admin

Opening Date

07/27/2026

Closing Date

8/7/2026 11:59 PM Central

Union

Unrepresented

FLSA Status

exempt

• Description
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Position Summary

This job description contains three functions 1) Division Director-Purchasing and Contracting 2) Division Director-Enterprise Accounting and Payroll 3) Division Director-Debt, Investment and Treasury.

This posting is for the Finance Division Director-Enterprise Accounting and Payroll.

These positions will direct and manage key divisions of the Finance Department including procurement, accounting, payroll, debt, investments and treasury for all of Ramsey County. This strategic leader will look for opportunities to innovate and improve financial processes county-wide; center equity in all of the work done in Finance; leverage systems to ensure financial work is done efficiently throughout the County; and be part of a dynamic leadership team. Responsible for the overall hiring, training, mentoring and coordination of work within the assigned division. Establish financial related policies and procedures for all Ramsey County service teams. Develop and deliver training to internal and external audiences and administratively support the division. Exemplify and demonstrate the underlying values of equity, inclusion, transparency, and efficiency. Lead county wide efforts in establishing and directing strategic plans with a consideration for racial equity in all work and in alignment with Ramsey County values, goals and strategic priorities.

Enterprise Accounting and Payroll

Division Director Enterprise Accounting and Payroll is a senior member of the Finance department leadership team and will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This position is responsible for directing, managing and monitoring the annual comprehensive financial report for Ramsey County. This position will be the accounting lead for the county and oversee all county financial related activities and serve as an advisor on formulating policy and financial decisions. This position will lead the accounting, collections and payroll teams and set standards for process. This position will oversee the financial related work of Ramsey County service team Controllers to ensure county wide accounting effectiveness and perform related duties as assigned.

To view or print a copy of the complete Ramsey County job (class) description for this position, go to: Job Descriptions. Once at this page, you can browse the alphabetical list or search for a job description.

Flexible Workplace:

This position is identified under the designation of 'flex work eligible', meaning that the employee can formally opt to be in-office full-time or work a flex schedule in which at least two-days per week are performed in office and other days can be performed in a remote-first environment. Regardless of selection, the position carries expectations regarding on-site responsibilities and will require schedule flexibility beyond the minimum expectations set forth in the county's flexible workplace policy. To view Ramsey County's Flexible Workplace policy, go to: Flexible Workplace Policy

Examples of Work Performed

All Positions:

• Promote a diverse, culturally competent, and respectful workplace.
• Direct division activities to assign and review work, answer questions, and serve as a backup when necessary to meet deadlines. Perform duties including hiring, performance development, staff evaluation, discipline, and succession planning so that qualified employees are efficiently performing well-defined tasks.

Enterprise Accounting and Payroll

• Direct, develop, manage and monitor the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for Ramsey County including working with all service teams on financial statements; establish guidelines and requirements for completion; review, approve and monitor expenditures and revenues across the county; identify and resolve problems to ensure the presentation of accurate and complete information consistent with state and federal law and county board policy and the distribution of resources to adequately meet legal mandates and good management practices.
• Serve as the main point of contact for the County for the single audit, present financial reports and audit results to the Internal Audit Committee, Executive Team and Ramsey County Board of Commissioners.
• Act as the accounting lead for the County by overseeing finance related activities for the enterprise and serve as an advisor between Central Finance, Service Team Controllers, Auditors, and Deputy County Managers and departments; participate as a member of the Finance management team by providing guidance on formulating policy and financial decisions.
• Lead the payroll team within Finance including working with Human Resources to set policies and standards for the payroll process.
• Lead the collections team for Ramsey County including overseeing staff, setting the county-wide policy and working across the enterprise to increase collections.
• Manage and prepare the development of ad-hoc and year-end financial reports and analysis of complex issues and decisions affecting the current and future operations of the County.
• Analyze state and federal legislation to determine fiscal impact on the county.
• Participate in the overall management of major system development and implementation for county-wide systems.
• Participate as a member of county-wide project management teams to provide overall guidance to the development of projects, including reviewing and identifying financial impacts, major tasks and issues that need to be developed prior to implementation of the project.
• Present to the Executive Team and Ramsey County Board on financial, audit and other related work.
• Represent the Finance Team in meetings with state and federal officials.
• Establish, monitor, and enforce internal controls relating to cash receipts, collections and disbursements for the entire county.
• Responsible for problem-solving and resolving high-visibility financial difficulties across the enterprise.
• Oversee the financial related work of the service team Controllers and define and advise on what is needed to improve county-wide accounting effectiveness.

(The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this description and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks in this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required.)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (All): 1, 2

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: All essential functions listed above as well as the assigned area.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Policy, Business Administration or related field.

Experience: Five years of progressive administration and management experience in public sector finance, procurement, accounting or auditing, with at least three years in a supervisory capacity.

Substitution: Equivalent combination of education and related experience.

Certifications/Licensure: None.

Exam/Screening Process Information

The examination process will consist of the following section with each section weighted as indicated:

• Training and Experience Rating = 100%

The examination for Finance Division Director will consist of a training and experience rating, comprised of the questions in the attached supplemental questionnaire. Not all applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will pass the training and experience rating. The rating on this supplemental questionnaire will depend on your answers to the questions -do not mark "see resume" or "see work history" as a response. Please answer all your questions clearly and completely. Failure to respond could affect your score and final rank on this examination.

Eligible List: The names of all applicants who filed a properly completed application and passed the examination/screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for an employment opportunity as a Finance Division Director. This list will be certified to the appointing authority which may use this list to conduct interviews to fill a vacancy. Candidates will remain on the list for 30 days or until hired, whichever occurs first. A notice will be sent to applicants at the time the eligible list is posted.

Veterans Preference: This is a classified position requiring an open, competitive selection process. Veterans Preference points will be applied after a candidate passes the examination process. Applicants who are eligible for veterans preference should update their veterans DD214, and other supporting documents, and submit them as an attachment at the time of application.

Criminal Background Checks: All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant passing a criminal background check. Convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. However, making false statements or withholding information will cause you to be barred from employment, or removed from employment.

E-Verify Participation: Ramsey County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Ramsey County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employees Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Ramsey County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Ramsey County provides equal access to employment, programs, and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification), disability, familial or marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, public assistance status, place of residence, political affiliation, or national origin.

Ramsey County is deeply committed to advancing racial equity and promoting diversity and inclusion within all areas of its workforce. The county strives to be equitable, inclusive, transparent, respectful, and impactful in how we serve and engage with residents, as well as Ramsey County employees. Advancing racial equity ensures all people who need access to opportunities and services we provide will receive them. Racial equity is achieved when race can no longer be used to predict life outcomes, and outcomes for all are improved.

To print a paper application for this posting click Paper Application You will need to print this posting and answer the supplemental questions associated with this exam and submit them with your completed paper application.

For further information regarding this posting, please contact: Crystal.Diaz@ramseycountymn.gov

Ramsey County provides a wide range of employee benefits to support health, well-being, and work/life balance. Benefits eligibility can vary depending on union status/contract language. A summary of benefits is provided below. Detailed information is available for review at https://assets.ramseycountymn.gov/files/2026-02/Total%20Rewards%20Guide%202026.pdf

• Medical, dental and vision insurance

• The County contributes a bargained percentage to the medical and dental monthly premium

• Employees choose from four enrollment tiers: Single, Employee + legally married spouse, Employee + Child(ren), Family

• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical insurance - three plan options including a High Deductible Plan with a Health Saving Account offered. Earn up to $20/month in electronic gift cards for each enrolled employee or spouse for wellness activity

• MetLife Dental Insurance - two plan options offered

• VSP Vision Insurance - Advantage Plan offered

• Pre-tax Benefit Program

• Pre-tax medical, dental, vision monthly premium deduction option

• Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• County monthly contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees who elect the High Deductible medical plan

• Paid time off

• Vacation hours, accrued based on years of service, ranging from 12 to 25 days per year (pro-rated for part-time employees)

• 11 scheduled holidays and two floating holidays

• Up to eight weeks of 100% paid parental leave, plus additional use of sick time as noted below

• Sick hours accrued at a rate of three weeks per year, which can be used for medical and dental care; injury or illness for you, your spouse or children; the birth or adoption of a child (up to 80 hours) or the death of a family member (up to 40 hours)

• Wellness incentive allows conversion of unused sick time to vacation or pay

• Retirement benefits

• Pension - The county contributes at least 7.5% of your salary to your pension, depending on bargaining unit. Unlike other retirement investments, pension payments are a lifetime benefit once you start collecting payments

• New employees become vested after three years. For the Police and Fire union, employees are vested after 10 years

• Deferred compensation - 457(b) account with employer match

• Health Care Savings Plan - all benefits-eligible employees contribute 1% of gross regular salary to a Health Care Savings Plan account for eligible health care expenses after retirement. Interest accrues tax free. County provides a scheduled contribution after five years of participation

• Transit and parking

• Fully funded Metropass.

• Transportation/parking expenses reimbursement account

• Employee well-being

• Employee assistance program, including telephone counseling, financial counseling, rideshare benefits, etc.

• Wellness programming

• Flexible work policy with hybrid work options for eligible positions

• Life Insurance and Disability leave

• County provided Basic Life coverage - 1x annual salary, minimum $10,000 up to a maximum of $50,000. Optional supplemental coverage available

• Long-term Disability - County provided coverage replaces 40% of the employee's lost income after six months of disability, subject to a $5,000 monthly maximum. Option to purchase an additional 20% income replacement up to $7,500 monthly maximum

• Short-term Disability - option to purchase 60% income replacement coverage with 30, 60 or 90-day waiting period

• Career development

• Tuition reimbursement, up to $4,000 per year

• Online professional development opportunities through the Learning & Development Center

• County employment qualifies as a public service organization for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Employee resource groups - help employees build connections through common bonds with colleagues

For information about Ramsey Countys 2026 benefits, visit: https://assets.ramseycountymn.gov/files/2026-02/Total%20Rewards%20Guide%202026.pdf

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• Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening process. The supplemental questionnaire will be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Provide complete information for each question. Do not write "see resume" as it is not an acceptable answer. The experiences you indicate in your responses will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Select "yes" if you have read and understand.
• Yes
• No

02

• Select the option that best describes your highest level of completed education.
• High school diploma or GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree or higher
• None of the above

03

• If you indicated in the previous question that you have a degree, please describe below your field of study, the name of the school, dates of attendance/completion and type of degree. If you have other formal training and certifications related to this position, you may include that here. If you do not have a degree/college credit, please write N/A in the space below. DO NOT WRITE see resume or see application.

04

• Which best describes your years of progressive administration and management experience in public sector finance, procurement, accounting or auditing?
• Less than 3 years of experience
• At least 3 years of experience but less than 5 years
• At least 5 years of experience but less than 7 years
• At least 7 years of experience but less than 9 years
• 9 years of experience or more

05

Do you have at least 3 years of experience working in a supervisor capacity?

• Yes
• No

06

• Describe the experience indicated in questions 5 and 6. Include the name of your employer and provide specific details of the work you performed. Do not copy and paste your resume, a job description or indicate "see resume". If you do not have this experience, type "N/A in the space below."

07

Describe your experience completing financial statements for public sector entities. Include the name of your employer and length of employment.

08

Describe your experience making strategic change and leading the implementation of a new initiative. Include details on your role, stakeholders involved and outcomes.

09

Describe your management experience and approach to leading a team. Include examples of how you lead a team through change.

10

Describe your experience conducting and/or contributing to an annual audit for a governmental entity. Describe your role, years of experience, and any significant related accomplishments.

11

Describe your most significant work experience resolving a complex accounting problem that involved multiple stakeholders.

12

Describe your experience managing or contributing to a payroll process.

Required Question

Employer Ramsey County

Address 121 East Seventh Place

Mail Stop 5200

Saint Paul, Minnesota, 55101

Phone (651) 266-2700

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/ramsey/default.cfm