Finance Director

COUNTY OF GRAFTON; New Hampshire; On-site; USD 110,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

COUNTY OF GRAFTON in New Hampshire is seeking a Finance Director or Senior Accountant to lead the county accounting team. You will direct and supervise accounting staff, coordinate the annual budget, analyze revenue streams, and report to elected officials and department heads.

The role requires a 4-year degree, 5–7 years of related experience, thorough knowledge of GAAP and governmental financial practices, and the ability to work independently with the Treasurer and other County personnel.

Qualifications

• Requires a 4-year degree and 5–7 years of related experience.
• Thorough knowledge of governmental accounting laws and administrative policies.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise the County accounting personnel to provide accurate financial information to elected officials, department heads, employees and reporting agencies.
• Coordinate the preparation of the County budget and analyze revenue streams and future financial needs.
• Advise the Treasurer on investment and cash management activities.
• Oversee the preparation of financial reports.
• Monitor budgetary activities to ensure compliance with budgetary constraints.
• Work independently, coordinating with County personnel and the Treasurer.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Budget management

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

• Base Pay $109,595.20 - $151,611.20 / Year
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree

Description

Monday – Friday

8am-4pm

Deadline to apply is November 13th, 2026

Responsible for directing and supervising the work of the County accounting personnel to provide accurate financial information to elected officials, department heads, employees, and other reporting agencies, all in accordance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and County policies. Performs highly responsible, professional work, coordinating the preparation of the County budget, analyzing and projecting revenue streams and future financial needs, advising the Treasurer of investment and cash management activities, and overseeing the preparation of financial reports. Monitors budgetary activities on an on-going basis to ensure compliance with budgetary constraints. Work is performed independently, working closely with appropriate County personnel and the Treasurer.

Requirements

Duties require knowledge of accounting, finance and administration equivalent to the completion of a Bachelor's Degree and five to seven years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Thorough knowledge of the applicable laws and administrative policies governing governmental financial practices and procedures.