Salary: $46.56 - $60.89 Hourly
Location : Milaca, MN
Job Type: Full-time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 00897
Department: Administrative Services Office
Opening Date: 06/26/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for the strategic leadership and management of the County's financial operations, ensuring fiscal integrity, efficiency, and transparency. This position oversees the development and implementation of financial policies, annual budgets, audits, investments, debt management, payroll, and procurement in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements, state statutes, and federal law.
This is a non-union position. Complete 2026 pay sale is $46.56 - $60.89/hr. For a complete position description, click
Essential Functions
This job description indicates the normal type and level of work expected of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as apparent or assigned.
1. Uses independent judgment to provide supervision and leadership to department personnel under the span of control. Makes recommendations on matters of hiring and discipline. Conducts ongoing feedback, coaching, mentoring, and timely formal reviews of performance for staff. Provides training and work direction, ensuring staff know and follow department and county rules, as well as sound work and safety practices, to accomplish the job objectives and avoid injury or loss.
2. Responsible for communications that maintain relationships key to the function of the county. Plans and carries out communications at a level that can impact the morale and performance of staff.
3. Lead the development of the County's annual operating and capital budgets, including multi-year financial forecasting and capital improvement planning. Provide strategic fiscal advice to the County Board, Administrator, and department leadership. Monitor, analyze, and report on fiscal performance, recommending policy adjustments as needed.
4. Direct and oversee countywide accounting, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, grants administration, and procurement functions. Oversee preparation of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and coordination of the annual audit process. Ensure compliance with GAAP, GASB, state and federal reporting requirements, and County policies.
5. Manage investment of County funds to optimize returns within established risk parameters. Oversee issuance and repayment of County debt, maintaining strong credit ratings. Coordinate financial impact analysis of legislative proposals and market conditions.
6. Oversee ERP/financial system administration ensuring accurate, timely, and efficient operations. Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, internal controls, and customer service.
7. Work with the County Administrator to prepare financial reports for presentations to the County Board and community stakeholders in a clear and transparent manner. Collaborate with department heads, external agencies, and rating agencies to represent the County's financial position.
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible financial management experience, including four (4) years in a senior leadership role in public sector finance.
• Must successfully complete a criminal history background check.
• Class D Driver's License.
Selection Process
Candidates will be selected based on a review of training and experience. A skills assessment may be required. Top candidates will be invited to participate in oral interviews.
The following is intended to be a general overview of benefits provided for full-time positions. Insurance benefits become effective the first day of the month following the month of hire. Further details and a complete copy of the applicable contract/policy language are available at the time an employment offer is extended. If you have any questions about the benefits, please contact the Administrative Services Office at
Medical Insurance
Employees have three (3) medical insurance plans to choose from, within three (3) different networks. The rates shown are effective 1/1/2026 through 12/31/2026.
Single Coverage Total Monthly Premium
Single Coverage Monthly Employee Cost
Single Coverage Monthly HSA Contribution
Family Coverage Monthly Total Premium
Family Coverage Monthly Employee Cost
Family Coverage Monthly HSA Contribution
RTS Medica Passport
2000-25% HSA
$971.66
$0
$93.75
$2,582.30
$932.30
N/A
850-40
$1,093.56
$121.90
N/A
$2,906.28
$1,256.28
N/A
400-35
$1,155.78
$184.12
N/A
$3,071.64
$1,421.64
N/A
RTS Medica Elect
2000-25% HSA
$850.20
$0
$208.33
$2,259.52
$609.52
N/A
850-40
$956.86
$0
N/A
$2,543.00
$893.00
N/A
400-35
$1,011.30
$39.64
N/A
$2,687.68
$1,037.68
N/A
RTS Medica VantagePlus
2000-25% HSA
$825.90
$0
$229.17
$2,194.96
$544.96
N/A
850-40
$929.52
$0
N/A
$2,470.34
$820.34
N/A
400-35
$982.42
$10.76
N/A
$2,610.90
$960.90
N/A
Employees may choose to contribute additional funds to their HSA each year, up to the IRS limit of $4,400 for singles, and $8,750 for families. Once at age 55, employees can contribute an additional $1,000 (to either single or family) as long as they are not covered under Medicare. The IRS limit applies to the total employer and employee contributions combined. Employer contributions (if eligible) will go into a Health Savings Account.
Dental Insurance
There is no cost to the employee for single coverage. Family coverage costs the employee $76.46 per month.
Vision Insurance
Vision coverage is available and paid for by the employee at the following monthly rates:
- Employee Only - $5.85
- Employee + Spouse - $11.69
- Employee + Children - $11.31
- Family - $18.35
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's) Available
Plan options include medical and dependent care FSAs, as well as a premium only plan (pre-tax deduction of medical and dental premiums). These amounts cannot be changed during the year unless there is a qualifying life event. All funds must be used by the claims deadline.
- FSA Medical/Health max election of $3,400 per year
- Limited Purpose FSA max election of $3,400 per year (funds can only be used for vision, dental or orthodontia expenses when paired with an HSA until medical deductible has been met)
- FSA Dependent Care max election of $7,500 per year per family ($3,750 if married and filing separately)
Paid Time Off
Holidays: Full-time employees have approximately 14.5 paid holidays per year, including floating holidays, subject to the terms of the Personnel Policy or Collective Bargaining Agreement as applicable.
Vacation: Full-time employees earn 11 to 23 days per year, depending on tenure. Part-time employees earn pro- rated accruals.
Sick Time: Full-time employees accrue 12 sick days per year. Part-Time employees earn pro-rated accruals.
Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) Benefits Provided
Employees fall under the General, Police & Fire, or Correctional defined benefit plan depending on their position. PERA rates and handbooks available on-line:
Contribution amounts are based on the employee's pay each pay period.
Employer Contribution Employee Contribution
- Coordinated Plan 7.5% 6.5%
- Police & Fire Plan 16.2% 10.8%
- Correctional Plan 10.25% 6.83%
Deferred Compensation Program Available
Deferred Compensation Plans are available through Nationwide: https://preauth/index.html
Life Insurance
There is no cost to the employee for $15,000 in basic life insurance coverage. Rates for voluntary additional coverage for employee or spouse vary according to age category:
AgeofEmployee Or Spouse EmployeeMonthlyCost Per $1,000
Underage 35
.06
35-39
.10
40-44
.12
45-49
.17
50-54
.25
55-59
.45
60-64
.68
65-69
1.29
70-74
2.08
Dependent Life & Child Life Insurance Packages Available
Child life is available as a $10,000 policy on each child; the cost is $1.30 per month. Dependent care is available as a $2,500 policy on all tax dependents; the cost is $0.66 per month.
Long-term Disability Insurance Plan Available
Rates vary according to age and coverage amount; rates listed reflect monthly costs.
Age
Per$100Monthly Benefit
Underage 25
.26
25-29
.33
30-34
.40
35-39
.48
40-44
.65
45-49
.94
50-54
1.25
55-59
1.51
60+
1.53
Short-term Disability Insurance Plan Available
Rates vary according to age and coverage amount; rates listed reflect monthly costs.
Age
Per$100WeeklyBenefit
UnderAge 30
1.00
30-34
1.10
35-39
1.10
40-44
1.10
45-49
1.30
50-54
1.70
55-59
2.00
60-64
2.40
65+
2.80
Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Confinement Insurance Available
01
Do you have a valid driver's license?
02
Please select your highest level of completed education:
- AA/AS degree or lower (you do not meet the minimum qualifications for this position)
- BA/BS degree
- MA/MS degree
03
Do you have a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or Public Administration?
04
How many years of progressively responsible experience do you have in financial management?
- Less than 6 years of experience (you do not meet the minimum qualifications for this position)
- 6-8 years
- 8-10 years
- 10 years or more
05
Please describe your experience as indicated in the previous question, including type of work performed and number of years of experience. If no experience, type "none."
06
How many years of experience do you have in a senior leadership role in public sector finance?
- Less than 4 years of experience (you do not meet the minimum qualifications for this position)
- 4-6 years
- 6-8 years
- 8 years or more
07
Please describe your experience as indicated in the previous question, including type of work performed and number of years of experience. If no experience, type "none."
08
Please list the financial software that you have experience using, including the number of years of experience. If no experience, type "none."
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