FINANCIAL SERVICES MANAGER

The Financial Services Manager is responsible for providing overall leadership and management of the Financial Services Division within the Thurston County Auditor’s Office. The position directs a diverse team of professional Accountants and Financial Analysts, ensuring the effective administration of the County’s financial operations.

Requirements

• Manage operations of the Financial Services division to achieve goals within budgeted funds and available personnel.
• Provide planning leadership and direction; develop strategic short- and long-range goals and objectives for efficient operations.
• Ensure the effective implementation, ongoing updates, and continuous improvement of the Oracle Cloud Fusion ERP system and related accounting processes.
• Investigate employee issues, grievances, and complaints; implement resolutions or take disciplinary actions as appropriate.
• Control, monitor, and administer the financial accountability of the County in recording and reporting financial data, including the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), Indirect Cost Plan, and other required reports.
• Ensure accounting and financial systems comply with BARS, Governmental Auditing and Accounting Principles, RCWs, local ordinances, and applicable state/federal regulations.
• Ensure the County’s fiscal position is accurately represented to management and in public reports.
• Provide consulting services to departments, advisory groups, and the Board of County Commissioners; lead or participate in accounting task teams.
• Serve as ex officio member and secretary to the Financial Management Committee and Internal Audit Committee.
• Collaborate with County departments to establish priorities for departmental accounting personnel.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Leave
• Comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for employees and their families
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Robust Training Program
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness