Deputy Financial Services Director

Join Missoula County in making a meaningful impact, where your work supports our vibrant community, promotes public service, and contributes to a better future for all.

Job Description:

RATE OF PAY: $44.54 - $53.67 per hour, DOE

DEPARTMENT: Financial Services

JOB STATUS: Regular, Full Time

BARGAINING UNIT: Non-Union, Personnel Plan

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled. Priority screening will begin on Friday, November 6, 2026. We will continue to accept and review applications until an adequate applicant pool is achieved or the position is filled.

TO APPLY: Please complete the online application with your education and work history. Please attach to your application A LETTER OF INTEREST AND A RESUME. Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Please reach out to the Department of Human Resources if you need assistance applying

DEFINITION: Performs professional work as a deputy department head. Plans and implements a comprehensive financial program and oversees central services operations for the County of Missoula. Performs highly technical accounting tasks, prepares complex financial analysis and reports, and supervises staff in the Financial Services Department.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES: (The following are intended to illustrate typical duties; they are not meant to be all- inclusive or restrictive.) Supervises employees and manages the operations of the Financial Services Department including payroll; property tax administration; general ledger accounting; treasury and cash management; accounts payable; internal and external accounts receivable; fixed asset management; and Rural Special Improvement and other special tax districts. Assists CFO to compile mill levies and prepare tax bills. Administers County capital improvement program financing loans portfolio excluding bond issuances. May assist the CFO in the issuance of capital financing instruments, such as general obligation bonds, revenue bonds, and industrial development bonds. Provides assistance to the Finance Director CFO, and Budget Analyst during the annual budgeting process. May prepare budgeted salary and benefit information; compiles revenue and expenditure projections and historical data; and may assist in the preparation of the final budget document. Assists the CFO and budget committee to evaluate budget requests. Coordinates and prepares audit work papers, schedules and reports. Serves as the primary contact for external auditors and provides requested information. Assist in preparing the County’s year-end financial statements and Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. Prepares work papers for taxes and special assessments. Coordinates monthly reconciliations of bank statements, cash balances, outstanding warrants, revenues, expenditures and payroll liabilities. Responsible for day-to-day cash management. Communicates effectively with the Finance Director on issues related to financial management of County funds. Explains and interprets Financial Services Department programs, policies, and activities; negotiates and resolves sensitive issues. Identifies and evaluates problems and develops alternative solutions to financial and budgetary issues. Conducts research and analysis of complex technical accounting and financial issues and makes recommendations for action.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Requires a Bachelor’s degree. Degrees best suited for this position are accounting, finance, and business administration. Requires 4 years progressively responsible experience as an Accountant or in the financial services field and three years of experience in staff supervision. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) desired. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS: The work is primarily performed in an office setting using a computer workstation. May require occasional lifting in the light range (up to 20 lbs.) May require occasional travel, locally and out of town to conferences or meetings. May require work outside normal business hours.

Additional Job Description:

Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources.

As a Missoula County employee, you will be a part of a team that is committed to positively impacting the community.

Missoula County is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or military status

About Us

At Missoula County, we are proud to serve as a unified team dedicated to protecting and enhancing the well-being of the people, communities, and environment of our region. Whether on the road crew in Seeley Lake, processing payroll or benefits, serving in the Detention Facility or Sheriff's Office, supporting emergency operations, or fulfilling one of the many vital roles that keep county government running--each member of our team plays an essential part.

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and schedules-full time, part-time, or intermittent, because every role matters. No matter where you serve or how long you've been with us, you are an important part of the Missoula County team. Together, we strive to build on our strengths and shape a better future for our community. There's no better place to be than Missoula County, Montana.