Finance Officer Position Opening

cblaufuss
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Position Title: Finance Officer

Application Deadline: March 12, 2026

The WVFD is seeking a Finance Officer to provide financial oversight and support to the Board of Fire Commissioners and members of the Wenatchee Valley Fire Department.

Primary Job Duties include:

Ensures the financial soundness and integrity of the department by safeguarding its ability to meet financial commitments and provide high quality service to the community.
Manages the department’s finances and prepares monthly financial reports for Commissioner approval. Brings financial concerns to the Fire Chief and Board, as appropriate.
Prepares the annual budget with guidance from the Board of Fire Commissioners, Fire Chief, and Chief Officers.
Monitors expenditures and purchasing to assure compliance with the approved budget and purchasing procedures.
Files the Annual Report to the State Auditor and serves as the audit lead for the department.
Provides grant and contract management and oversight; assists with grant writing.
Manages Fire Benefit Charge data and provides effective recommendations on revenue collection to the Board of Fire Commissioners
Responsible for long-range planning, ensuring the efficient use of the department’s financial resources.

Salary and Benefits:

Base Salary $130,000 DOE/DOQ
Medical for Employee (100%) and Family (90%)
Dental insurance for Employee and Family (100%)
Health Reimbursement Account
Washington State PERS2 Pension and Deferred Compensation Benefit
Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be eighteen (18) years of age.
High School Graduate or GED equivalent.
Must possess or be able to obtain at the time of hire, a valid Washington State Driver’s License without a record of suspension or revocation in any state.

Desired Qualifications:

A bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting or finance.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Professional Finance Officer (CPFO)
Work experience with payroll, accounts receivable and payable, processing warrants.
Microsoft Office Suite experience (Excel, Word, Access).
Work experience in the preparation of financial statements.
Knowledge of Washington State budgeting, accounting and reporting system (BARS).
Knowledge of government finance, including levied tax revenue.

Contact: Cindy Blaufuss at 509-662-4734 or cblaufuss@wvfire.org

Wenatchee Valley Fire Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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