Finance Director | Kendall County, Illinois

Finance Director

Kendall County, Illinois

Kendall County, Illinois is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking full-time Finance Director to serve as the County's chief financial strategist and a key member of the executive leadership team.  Reporting to the County Administrator, the Finance Director acts as the principal financial advisor to the County Administrator, 10-member County Board, department heads, and elected officials.

Kendall County has long been Illinois' fastest-growing county and is recognized for its strong financial management practices, commitment to transparency, and collaborative leadership culture.  Between the beautiful Fox River landscape, open farmlands and growing suburbs, the County offers an exceptional quality of life with convenient access to the Chicago metropolitan area.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership, long-range forecasting, and policy analysis;
• Lead development and administration of the annual operating budget and multi-year Capital Improvement Program;
• Advise the County Board and executive leadership on fiscal policy, financial trends, and complex financial matters;
• Oversee financial systems enhancements, ERP initiatives, and process improvements;
• Ensure sound financial practices, adequate reserves, and continued creditworthiness;
• Provide oversight, in coordination with the County Treasurer, of County grants, audits, and compliance requirements;
• Coordinate County debt issuance, bond compliance, and relationships with bond counsel, financial advisors, and rating agencies;
• Administer the County's Revolving Loan Fund program;
• Provide financial oversight and grant support for Kendall Area Transit;
• Supervise and develop Finance Department staff and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement; and
• Serve as Acting County Administor during short-term absences, as directed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field (required);
• Master's degree in public administration, public finance, business administration, accounting, or related field (preferred);
• Minimum seven years of progressively responsible professional experience, including four years in a management role;
• Strong knowledge of public sector budgeting, accounting, and financial analysis;
• CPA or similar professional certification preferred;
• Experience working with elected officials and senior leadership;
• Familiarity with ERP systems (Tyler Munis or similar) preferred; and
• The Finance Director is expected to perform duties primarily on-site and must be available to attend meetings scheduled outside of standard working hours as needed.