Agency Chief Fiscal Officer

County of El Dorado; Placerville (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework opportunities

Excellent benefits

Competitive salaries

Job summary

The County of El Dorado is seeking an Agency Chief Fiscal Officer to lead budgetary and financial operations within the Health and Human Services Agency. This role requires directing accounting, audit and reporting activities, and shaping fiscal policy to support agency goals.

The ideal candidate will drive complexity in financial accounts, balance priorities across departments, and provide strategic fiscal guidance to executive leadership while ensuring transparency and accountability.

Qualifications

• Maintains budget, fiscal control, accounting, audit, and related administrative reports.
• Develops fiscal policies and procedures aligned with funding sources.
• Prepares complex financial and administrative reporting as required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees budget planning, fiscal reporting and audits with accuracy and transparency.
• Balances multiple priorities while ensuring accountability in financial administration.
• Advises executive leadership on fiscal policy and strategic financial decisions.

Job description

The County of El Dorado

El Dorado County is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continues to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting.

Description

THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO

El Dorado County is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continues to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting.

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

The County of El Dorado, Health and Human Services Agency is committed to transforming lives and improving futures for the citizens of El Dorado County. Their programs and services include: Behavioral Health, Public Health, Community and Social Services. The Health and Human Services Agency has over 600 employees dedicated to enhancing and enriching the lives of those in their communities.

DEFINITION

Under general direction, maintains budget, fiscal control, accounting, audit, and related administrative and reporting systems for an agency or multiple departments; develops fiscal and administrative policies and procedures consistent with the requirements of funding sources; prepares complex and technical financial and administrative reports as required or directed; and performs related duties as assigned.

For a full description of duties and responsibilities please review the job description here.

Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following recommendations.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate for the Agency Chief Fiscal Officer role is a collaborative and mission driven leader with a strong foundation in accounting and public financial management. They bring meaningful experience working within or in close partnership with executive leadership, providing strategic fiscal guidance that supports agency wide goals and drives service excellence for the communities we serve.

This individual excels in managing complex financial accounts, balancing strong technical accounting expertise with a clear understanding of the broader organizational mission. Bringing a strong multitasking skillset, this leader can confidently oversee multiple priorities, from budget planning and compliance to fiscal reporting and audits, while ensuring accuracy, transparency, and accountability.

Given the dynamic nature of the legislative and regulatory environment in health and human services, the ideal candidate remains agile, informed, and comfortable navigating change. Their ability to adapt quickly, interpret policy shifts, and implement necessary changes makes them a valuable advisor and steady presence in evolving times.

Above all, they are a trusted team player