Ottawa County is located on Lake Michigan’s spectacular freshwater coastline where nature is cherished and protected. More than the lakeshore, you’ll find the people of Ottawa County friendly yet driven, working hard to succeed in charming downtown small businesses, at manufacturing hubs with global impact and on acres passed down from generations. We embrace creativity and believe that diversity makes us stronger. We resolve that our public services must be high-quality and cost-effective. We are innovative and never wait for someone to solve our problems for us. We are friendly neighbors chipping in, lending a hand and making sure you know Ottawa County is where you belong.

While providing key administrative, law enforcement, court, health and other services to its residents, Ottawa County is shattering the stereotypical perceptions of government workplaces. If you are looking to serve the public in an organization that is innovative, customer-centered, ethical, financially responsible, transparent and welcoming, Ottawa County is where you belong.  

Geographically, beautiful Ottawa County is located in the southwestern section of Michigan's lower peninsula. Its western boundary is formed by stunning Lake Michigan (Pictured in our LinkedIn banner) and eastern border sits just minutes from the bustling heart of Grand Rapids. Plus, Ottawa County is just a couple hours from a weekend getaway to Detroit or Chicago. Ottawa County experiences four true seasons, with bright spring blossoms, summer fun in the hot sun, breathtaking fall foliage and snow-white winters. Along with Lake Michigan beaches, there are 307 miles of rivers and streams, two state parks, and over 35 county parks and open space lands for residents and visitors to enjoy. Ottawa County is truly a spectacular place.

Industry: Government Administration
Company Size: 1,001-5,000 employees

Ottawa County

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The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) serves as the senior financial leader for Community Mental Health of Ottawa County (CMHOC) and is responsible for the strategic direction, management and oversight for all financial operations. This includes budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, fiscal compliance, contract oversite, fiscal risk management, cash and debt management and audit preparation.

The CFO oversees all funding sources that support CMHOC programs, including CMHSP General Fund, Medicaid Managed Specialty Supports through the PIHP, the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Demonstration, and local, state, and federal grants.

This is a full-time, benefited position based out of the James Street Campus located at 12265 James Street, Holland, MI. Typical working hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm.

**The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:**

- Lead the development and oversight of all CMHOC operating and capital budgets and long-range financial plans.

- Provide financial analysis and recommendations to executive leadership and the governing board to support strategic planning and organizational sustainability. Monitor policy changes, funding trends and financial performance. Recommend strategies to address funding changes, reductions, or shortfalls.

- Ensure compliance with GAAP, GASB standards, the Michigan Mental Health Code, the Uniform Budgeting and Accounting Act, MDHHS requirements, CMS guidance, and federal Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200). Ensure compliance with Mental Health Millage language and CMH Authority requirements under MCL 330.1205.

- Oversee financial compliance across all funding streams, including CMHSP, PIHP Medicaid funding, the CCBHC Demonstration, and grant programs.

- Manage organizational cash flow to ensure adequate liquidity and financial stability. Oversee debt management and monitoring of financial obligations.

- Manage financial aspects of leases, capital assets, and other long-term financial commitments.

- Oversee the management of benefit plan liabilities.

- Provides oversight of staff including hiring, termination, training and work assignments, reviewing and evaluating work performance, and administering disciplinary actions.

- Oversee vendor and provider payment systems, contract financial terms, and rate development. Manage Prospective Payment System (PPS) rates and reporting for the CCBHC Demonstration.

- Oversee financial reporting, including Financial Status Reports (FSRs), cost allocation, and grant reporting.

- Lead internal and external audits, including MDHHS compliance exams and federal grant audits.

- Ensure financial support for the Office of Recipient Rights per state requirements.

- Performs other duties as assigned.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or related field; Master’s degree or CPA preferred.

Seven or more years of progressively responsible experience in governmental, healthcare, behavioral health, or nonprofit financial management.

**Required Knowledge And Skills**

- Thorough working knowledge of grant management and reporting for local, state, and federal grants.

- Thorough working knowledge of Medicaid or public behavioral health financial operations.

- Thorough working knowledge of with CMHSP, PIHP, and CCBHC funding models.

- Thorough working knowledge of the Michigan Mental Health Code and MDHHS contract requirements.

- Thorough working knowledge of cost allocation systems and Medicaid cost reporting tools.

- Thorough working knowledge of governmental budgeting and accounting principles, grant fiscal requirements, and governmental auditing processes, principles and practices.

- Thorough working knowledge of the theory and practices of public administration and public finance.

- Thorough knowledge of statutory and other legally mandated standards governing public sector accounting and auditing practices and financial accountability, including GAAP and GASB, as well as OMB A-87 and A-133.

- Computer literacy, including thorough working knowledge of spreadsheet, presentation, database, accounting and budget management applications software.

- Strong leadership, organizational, managerial and supervisory skills.

- Ability to interpret complex contracts, regulations, and funding rules.

- Strong analytical and forecasting skills.

- Ability to act ethically and with transparent decision-making.

- Excellent verbal and written communications skills.

- Excellent interpersonal and human relations skills.

- Ability to interact positively and objectively with elected officials, managers, supervisors and employees from a wide range of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.

**Physical Requirements**

Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations, including, but not limited to, visual and/or audiological appliances and devices to increase mobility.

**Working Conditions**

Work is performed in a standard office environment with hybrid options. Travel to CMHOC sites, county offices, and meetings may be required.

**Disclaimer**

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

**Ottawa County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. **

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