Chief Financial Officer (Budget & Fiscal Manager 3)

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The Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) is excited to post an opening for a Chief Financial Officer (Budget & Fiscal Manager 3). The CFO is responsible for all fiscal matters related to the agency, including internal controls, financial recording and reporting, budgetary controls and financial recording systems.

The OLCC oversees access to alcohol and cannabis products in Oregon through education, regulation, and distilled spirits distribution. Our aim is to protect public health and safety while supporting responsible businesses and providing funding for local and state agencies.

The agency is comprised of three major operational programs: the Distilled Spirits Program, the Recreational Marijuana Program, and the Public Safety Program. All three programs are supported by the Administration, Financial Services, and Support Services divisions.  Revenue generated from these programs helps support state and local government programs.

This position exists within the Financial Services Division of the Administration and Support Services Program. The Administration and Support Services Program provides the infrastructure to fulfill the agency mission. The Division provides fiscal accountability for the OLCC.  In accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, the division provides financial services, ensures OLCC-wide accountability, and maintains financial records in support of the OLCC’s mission.  Financial Services ensures appropriate oversight and review of the fiduciary role of the independent liquor agents’ activities by providing an external audit function over liquor receipts. The division also plays a role in the collection and recording of privilege taxes due from licensees of the OLCC.  Financial Services implements internal control policies to accurately record and report financial transactions.

What’s in it for you:

• Rewarding work in a productive and creative environment
• Colleagues who are passionate about public service and safety
• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, personal days, sick time, vacation accruals, and more! Click here to learn about State of Oregon benefits.
• Pension and retirement programs
• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• A workplace that fosters fairness, equity, and inclusion to maintain a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

About this opportunity:

• This position is based at our Milwaukie, OR headquarters office. Please note that the headquarters for the agency will relocate from Milwaukie to Portland, OR no sooner than July 1, 2027.
• After an initial training period, this position may be eligible for a flexible hybrid work schedule, however weekly in-office work will be required. This position is not eligible to be fully remote.
• This position is a management service position and is not represented by a union.
• This position serves a twelve (12) month trial service period.

Here’s what you will do:

• Lead the formulation of all fiscal policy, ensuring responsible fiscal procedures and internal controls are developed on an agency wide level.
• Responsible for interpreting and implementing all fiscally-related Commission, state and federal laws, policies and procedures creating optimum efficiency, accuracy and effectiveness.
• Manages the Financial Services Division team and functions in compliance with agency strategic goals.
• Responsible for agency budget preparation and administration.
• Responsible for fiscal impact statements for proposed laws and major administrative actions or decisions and revenue forecasting.
• Responsible for managing the agency’s public procurement functions
• Functions as primary fiscal consultant and spokesperson for all fiscal matters.
• Serves as a member of the Executive Leadership Team
• Other duties as assigned

Please contact OLCC.HumanResources@olcc.oregon.gov if you would like a copy of the position description.

Here’s what you need to qualify:

Minimum Qualifications:

•      Seven years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience 

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•      Four years of related experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field

Desired Attributes:

• Preference may be given to candidates who have degrees in: Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration
• Master of Business Administration degree or similar advanced degree preferred
• 7+ years in financial leadership, ideally in federal, state or local government
• Experience with budgeting and financial modeling ensuring long-term organizational financial sustainability
• Experience using metrics-driven insights to optimize systems, processes, and performance
• Demonstrated understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting
• Demonstrated understanding of public procurement; CPPO and/or CPPB certification a plus
• Experience with data visualization and presenting complex financial information to executive leadership, the Commission, and elected officials
• Proficiency with POS and back-of-house systems
• Experience approaching challenges with a collaborative mindset, fostering organizational success through strategic financial planning and constructive problem-solving
• Excellent written and verbal skills to include the ability to present financial information in a clear and concise style and be comfortable answering probing questions and making thoughtful suggestions
• CPFO certification and CPA certification

Application instructions and information:

• A resume and cover letter are required for this job posting. Please attach both in the “Resume / Cover Letter” section of the application.
• Please ensure that you clearly demonstrate in your application materials that you meet the qualifications listed and that you follow all instructions carefully. Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date will be considered.
• You may be asked to submit a skills assessment, a writing sample, or a video/phone interview as part of the application screening process.
• Internal candidates currently working for any State of Oregon agency must apply using your employee Workday account. In addition to required attachments, ensure that your profile has your current job history and education. In Workday, click on Menu in the upper left corner, Jobs Hub, find Jobs. Enter the job number in the search bar, click on the job title and select Apply.

Additional information:

• The use of outside resources such as artificial intelligence (AI) software during applicant skills assessments, examinations, and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.
• The selection process consists of a review of your application and an evaluation of your education, experience, training, and overall professionalism of your application materials.  Candidates that follow the application directions, submit what is required and provide us with credentials that showcase their skills and how they meet the minimum qualifications and preferred qualifications will be invited to an interview. Resumes will not replace the completed job history experience in Workday.  We will only review documents that are requested. Because details are very important to us, your application materials will be evaluated for grammar, spelling and punctuation. 
• Per the Pay Equity Law passed in 2017, a pay equity analysis will be conducted to determine what pay step the successful candidate will be offered.  The analysis will be based on the relevant experience, education and training documented in the application materials. 
• Any offer of employment with OLCC is contingent on acceptable references and background check.  This position requires a background and security check with fingerprinting to work in areas that handle confidential documents. An adverse background and failed security clearance will result in disqualification.
• The person in this position may drive a State of Oregon vehicle.  We require drivers to hold a current, valid driver’s license and maintain a good driving record in order to drive.
• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources. NOTE: If claiming veterans’ preference please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks or actions under your “My Applications” section.
• We hire preferred workers!  For more information, please visit our website: Preferred Worker Program.
• This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.
• OLCC does not offer VISA sponsorships. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet our agency employment eligibility standards. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. OLCC uses E-Verify to confirm that applicants are authorized to work in the United States.

Helpful links and contact information:

Learn more about OLCC

Understanding the State Application Process

Help and Support webpage

For more information you may contact us by e-mail at OLCC.HumanResources@olcc.oregon.gov.

OLCC is fully committed to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified candidates without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or veteran status.