ASSISTANT FINANCE DIRECTOR

Isanti County; Cambridge (MN); On-site; USD 63,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts for health/

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, and个人)}

12 paid holidays per year

Deferred compensation plans

PERA contributions from both employer/

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Wellness Program

Job summary

Isanti County Government Center in Cambridge, MN seeks an experienced Assistant Finance Director to help manage county-wide financial operations. The role requires strong accounting knowledge, governance reporting, and grant accounting expertise, with daily oversight of financial activities and reporting to the Finance Director.

Responsibilities include preparing reports, assisting with audits, asset accounting, and implementing internal controls, while maintaining compliance with state and

Qualifications

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and accounting procedures.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting and financial reporting standards.
• Knowledge of grant accounting and reporting requirements.
• Knowledge of computer applications including spreadsheet, word processing, accounting software, and financial database programs.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and guidelines related to assigned work.
• Knowledge of data privacy practices and the ability to maintain confidential documents and information.
• Ability to analyze and interpret fiscal and accounting records.
• Ability to organize work and adhere to administrative, reporting, or statutory deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Finance Department in coordination with the Finance Director.
• Prepare financial reports and calculations for county operations and for federal, state, and local agencies.
• Perform grant accounting and reporting responsibilities for county departments.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account allocations, and other complex accounting transactions.
• Analyze financial transactions and ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with standards and policies.
• Perform general ledger and bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with annual audits, including preparation of schedules and information for auditors.
• Oversee capital asset accounting and reporting.
• Assist with development and implementation of financial policies and internal controls.
• Attend county meetings as directed and serve as Acting Finance Director when needed.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Government accounting

Grant accounting

Accounting procedures

Data privacy practices

Fiscal analysis

Verbal and written communication

Meeting deadlines

Interpersonal relationships

Judgment and responsibility

Attendance and reliability

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Job description

Government Center
555 18th Ave SW
Cambridge, MN 55008, USA

• On-site
• Finance & Property Services
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: ASSIS001327

Description

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL JOB POSTING

POSITION INFORMATION
Position: Assistant Finance Director
Department: Finance
Location: Cambridge, MN
Job Type: Full-time (40 hours per week)
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Work Setting: On-site; regular in-person attendance required
FLSA Status: Exempt
Union Affiliation: Non-Union

COMPENSATION
Expected 2026 Hiring Range $45.65 - $48.68 per hour ($94,952.00 - $101,254.40 annually)
Starting pay will be determined based on qualifications, relevant experience, and internal equity.

Full Compensation Range $45.65 - $58.98 per hour ($94,952.00 - $122,678.40 annually)
Additional longevity-based pay may be available in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

IMPORTANT – COMPLETE APPLICATION REQUIRED The hiring manager requires applicants to fully complete all sections of the online application, including the Work Experience and Education section(s), and attach a resume.

Applicants must not rely solely on their resume to provide this information. Work Experience and Education information must be entered directly into the online application.

POSTING DETAILS Posted: Monday, November 2, 2026
Application Deadline: This position will remain open until filled
Equal Opportunity Employer: AA/EEO

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS First review of applications will occur 10 days after the initial posting date. Applications received by that time will receive initial consideration. Human Resources will review all submitted applications, and applicants whose qualifications align with the position requirements may be contacted by email with details regarding the next steps in the selection process.

Please note: Emails from Isanti County Human Resources may occasionally be filtered into junk or spam folders. Applicants are encouraged to monitor their junk and spam folders regularly to avoid missing important communication regarding their application status or the selection process.

BENEFITS Isanti County offers eligible full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care
• Life insurance (basic coverage for yourself plus optional voluntary coverage)
• Long-term disability insurance
• Paid Time Off, including vacation, sick, and personal leave
• 12 paid holidays per year
• Deferred compensation plans
• Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA) contributions from both employer and employee
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Wellness Program

General Definition of Work Under the direction of the Finance Director, the Assistant Finance Director helps coordinate and monitor County-wide financial operations. This position performs complex, professional-level accounting and financial analysis in accordance with applicable governmental accounting standards. The role ensures the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of the County’s financial records and reports.

Essential Functions To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Assists the Finance Director in overseeing the daily operations of the Finance Department by monitoring workflow, supporting work prioritization, and ensuring activities are carried out in alignment with county policies and procedures.
• Prepares financial reports and calculations for county operations as well as federal, state, and local agencies.
• Performs grant analysis and assists county departments with grant accounting and reporting requirements.
• Prepares and reviews journal entries, account allocations, and other complex accounting transactions to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the county's general ledger.
• Analyzes and reviews financial transactions, accounting records, and processes to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable accounting standards, county policies, and legal requirements.
• Performs and reviews general ledger and bank account reconciliations, researches discrepancies, and ensures timely resolution of accounting issues.
• Assists with the annual audit process including preparation of audit schedules and compilation of information for the auditors.
• Oversees capital asset accounting and reporting.
• Assists the Finance Director in development and implementation of financial policies and internal control procedures.
• Attends various county meetings as directed by the Finance Director.
• Serve as the Acting Finance Director in the Finance Director’s absence.
• Performs other related duties as apparent or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field and at least three years of experience in governmental accounting, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Qualifications

• None

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and accounting procedures.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting and financial reporting standards.
• Knowledge of grant accounting and reporting requirements.
• Knowledge of computer applications including spreadsheet, word processing, accounting software, and financial database programs.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and guidelines related to assigned work.
• Knowledge of county policies and ability to apply them to assigned work.
• Knowledge of data privacy practices and the ability to maintain confidential documents and information.
• Ability to analyze and interpret fiscal and accounting records.
• Ability to perform all duties with attention to detail and an elevated level of accuracy.
• Ability to organize work and adhere to administrative, reporting, or statutory deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectivelyboth verbally and in writing.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and accept personal responsibilities.
• Ability to maintain a regular and timely work attendance.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county staff, county officials, external auditors, and other government officials.

Working Conditions

Physical Requirements and Activity This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel and repetitive motions and occasionally requires standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms and pushing or pulling.

Sensory Requirements Work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound.

Sensory Utilization Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data and observing general surroundings and activities.

Environmental Conditions Work has no exposure to environmental conditions; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g., business office, light traffic).

The statements in this class description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbent(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Mission Working Together to Deliver Quality Services that are Valued by the Community, Today and For Generations to Come.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.