Jefferson County Government is seeking a finance leader to manage county financial operations in Dandridge, Tennessee, working onsite to support the County, Highway, Landfill, and Board of Education. This Director of Finance role is responsible for running day-to-day finance functions in alignment with applicable law, established financial policies, and the approved County budget.
In this position, you will oversee key functions across accounting, budgeting, purchasing, payroll, and reporting, while strengthening internal controls and coordinating audits. You will also provide financial guidance to support planning, cash management, debt-related activities, and grant administration for restricted funds.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage Finance Department operations to support accurate, timely financial information.
- Oversee accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and related administrative processes.
- Direct purchasing, payroll, and financial administration activities.
- Maintain internal controls and coordinate audits and compliance efforts.
- Manage cash management processes, support debt activities, and contribute to financial planning.
- Administer grants and manage restricted funds in accordance with applicable requirements.
- Provide financial guidance and communicate financial information to relevant stakeholders.
- Manage financial systems and drive process improvements within finance operations.
- Handle required blanket bond management.
Requirements
- Must meet the applicable requirements of T.C.A. § 5-21-106.
- Must hold a Bachelor of Science Degree from an accredited university.
Preferred Qualifications
- CPA license strongly preferred (not required).
- Certified Public Administrator (CPA) through the University of Tennessee’s County Technical Assistance Service (CTAS) and its public administration training for local government.
- Certified County Finance Officer (CCFO) training and certification focused on county financial operations, accounting, and financial reporting.
- At least eight (8) years of experience in accounting, finance, or financial administration.
- Supervisory or management experience.
- Experience with audits, purchasing, payroll, accounts payable, grants, cash management, debt, or financial forecasting.
- Proficiency with financial management systems, spreadsheets, and reporting tools.
- Demonstrated analytical, organizational, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- High levels of integrity, accuracy, confidentiality, and professional judgment.
Technologies
- Financial management systems
- Spreadsheets
- Reporting tools
Compensation and Benefits
Salary: USD 80,000 - 112,000 per year. Location: Dandridge, TN (onsite).
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
