Full-Time
Chief Financial Officer
Posted on 9/9/2025
Weld County
501-1,000 employees
County government delivering regional services
Compensation Overview
$210k - $294k/yr
Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship
Greeley, CO, USA
In Person
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- Master's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field.
- 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience.
- 5 years in government accounting, with strong knowledge of GAAP and fund accounting.
- Experience overseeing multi-functional teams including accounting, treasury and purchasing.
- Successful track record managing budgets, investments, and debt for a large organization.
- Experience with major financial system.
- Recognized leader in financial management within state and national associations.
- Strong technical knowledge of GAAP, financial systems, FP&A, cost accounting, and cash flow management.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights.
- Skilled communicator with the ability to present financial information clearly to elected officials, staff, and the public.
- Demonstrated leadership and ability to motivate, train, and develop teams.
- High level of confidentiality, integrity, judgment, and accountability.
- Ability to navigate sensitive conversations with tact at all organizational levels.
- Public speaking and community engagement skills.
- Flexible and adaptive to evolving needs, priorities, and workloads.
- Proficiency with accounting systems and related technology platforms.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) strongly preferred.
- Driver License, Valid and in State Required.
- Lead the development and execution of County financial strategies, policies, and plans.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and Weld County’s internal financial policies, procedures, and reporting standards.
- Oversee financial operations including accounting, forecasting, budgeting, investments, debt management, treasury, and cash flow.
- Direct preparation of timely, accurate financial statements and reports; provide analysis to support County leadership in strategic decisions.
- Implement and maintain strong internal controls and cost-effective financial management practices.
- Support pension and retirement administration.
- Oversee annual budget development, including setting budget targets and presenting recommendations to the BOCC for final approval.
- Manage the external audit process, including coordination with auditors and resolution of audit findings.
- Supervise and provide direction to the Controller, Treasurer, and Purchasing/Procurement leadership.
- Ensure efficient operation of related departments (accounting, tax collection, investments, procurement).
- Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, systems, and reporting tools.
- Actively participate in twice a week BOCC hearings as the financial representative.
- Serve as a member of the County’s ERP Steering Committee, ensuring the integrity, functionality, and ongoing maintenance of the County’s ERP system aligns with financial and organizational needs.
- Develop and lead the County’s capital financing strategy, ensuring strong fiscal stewardship while providing expert analysis and recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners.
- Experience with major financial system.
- Recognized leader in financial management within state and national associations.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) strongly preferred.
Weld County delivers public services to residents in north central Colorado, including road maintenance, public safety, land use planning, record-keeping, and community programs. These services are provided through county departments and processes such as zoning, issuing permits, emergency response, and public meetings. The county stands out by its large size—3,999 square miles—and its mix of flat eastern plains, rolling prairies, and low western hills, which supports a strong agricultural and energy economy and a growing connection to the Denver area. Its goal is to provide reliable governance and services that support safety, economic opportunity, and quality of life for residents now and in the future.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
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Total Funding
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Headquarters
Greeley, Colorado
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Via Mobility delivers 7,062 rides to 223 users, boosting senior independence.
- Roundabout enhances safety on High Plains Boulevard with 30-year concrete.
- Downtown Civic Campus collaboration revitalizes Greeley with Weld County.
What critics are saying
- CodeRED cyber attack disrupts alerts, relying on Larimer backup.
- State agency withholds environmental data, sparking legal battles.
- High Plains closures through July 6 spike oilfield traffic accidents.
What makes Weld County unique
- Extends Via Mobility paratransit service through 2026 across 10 municipalities.
- Advances High Plains Boulevard roundabout construction starting April 6.
- Selects Fentress Studios for $378,000 Judicial Center design contract.
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Via Mobility's Weld County service extended through 2026. * [email protected] * mar 24, 2026 updated mar 24, 2026. Via Mobility, a transit service for people with disabilities or those aged 60 and older, reached a deal with Weld County extend its share-ride program through 2026. "This is a great program that can help our residents maintain their independence, and it's something we're happy to see continue," said Scott James, Weld County Commissioner Chair. The Weld County Board of Commissioners extended Via Mobility's agreement, allowing services to continue through Dec. 3 in unincorporated Weld County and 10 municipalities. Via Mobility Services partners with Weld County and local communities to offer transportation across multiple municipalities. The areas of service include Fort Lupton, Milliken, Ault, Gilcrest, Hudson, Johnstown, Keenesburg, Kersey, Nunn, Platteville, and residents in a large portion of unincorporated Weld County. The rider can be scheduled seven days ahead and can travel to locations across Northern Colorado and into Cheyenne, Wyoming, to visit family and friends. Additionally, eligible riders can receive free shared-ride transportation daily for medical appointments, grocery shopping, visiting family and friends, or other essential trips. The vehicles are available for riders with mobility challenges. They help residents go out to places so they can stay connected to their communities. Since the program began in Weld County, over 7,062 rides have been provided to 223 registered users, according to officials. Additionally, Weld County contributes $46,000 annually to its program, with extra funding from participating municipalities, the state's Multimodal Transportation and Mitigation Options Fund, and federal Section 5311 rural transit funding, according to officials. Riders need to meet eligibility criteria and schedule trips in advance through Via's reservation system.
Construction to begin on new northern colorado roundabout. Weld County will start a key construction phase on High Plains Boulevard with a new roundabout, aiming to enhance safety and efficiency, starting April 6. Credit: Weld County Department of Public Works Drone image of the High Plains Boulevard area. WELD COUNTY, Colo. - A long-planned road running east of Interstate 25 in Weld County will take its next step this year. Weld County Department of Public Works and Kraemer North America will soon begin construction on a new portion of High Plains Boulevard, including a new roundabout. Construction on the roundabout at the intersection of Weld County Road (WCR) 32 and WCR 9.5 (High Plains Boulevard) will begin April 6. During construction, WCR 32 between the east I-25 frontage road and WCR 13, and WCR 9.5 north of Mulligan Street will be closed through July 6, the county said. The project comes as Weld County continues building High Plains Boulevard, an effort to extend WCR 9.5 east of Mead from WCR 32 to WCR 34. The county said the Town of Mead has already completed building the road from just north of WCR 34 to WCR 36. "We're happy this project continues to move forward and happy to see work on this roundabout begin," said Scott James, Weld County Commissioner Chair. "It will help High Plains Boulevard be a safe and efficient transportation route now and in the future." "When we plan a project, and as it progresses, we always look for ways to be as efficient as possible. That is key to completing our projects quickly for the traveling public," said Curtis Hall, Director of Weld County Public Works. "By shifting our focus to the roundabout at WCR 32, we can keep this important project moving forward." Weld County Public Works officials said that when complete, the concrete driving surface should enable the road to last 30 years before major repairs may be needed. Credit: Weld County Department of Public Works Drone image of the High Plains Boulevard area.
Demolition of Greeley City Hall to make way for building of campus project. Plans are continuing to advance for the construction of what is being called the Downtown Civic Campus in the city of Greeley. The project will see the building of a series of structures that will serve as both government and business offices. A unique collaborative effort between Greeley, Weld County, and the Greeley-Evans School District 6, the project is designed to create what has been described as a downtown "thriving civic hub." According to a City of Greeley website, the campus will renew the city's downtown core, while also enhancing "walkability, vibrancy, and accessibility through thoughtful design, programming, and community-focused spaces." To make way for the project, Greeley's longtime City Hall, located at 1000 10th Street, will be demolished. That structure is a circular white building with large floor to ceiling windows that originally served as the home to the United Bank of Greeley. Built in 1968, it was acquired by the city roughly two decades later. A move to preserve the structure as a historical site by the Greeley Historic Preservation Commission was rejected late last year by members of the Greeley City Council, paving the way for its demolition. March 12, 2026 By Garry Boulard Rendering by City of Greeley No Responses
Fentress Studios selected for Weld Judicial Center project. March 10, 2026 Denver-based design firm chosen after competitive review process to lead early planning for major Weld County courthouse project. WELD COUNTY, Colo. - Weld County commissioners have selected Fentress Studios to provide design services for the planned Weld County Judicial Center, marking the first major step in the development of a new courthouse facility serving Northern Colorado. The Weld County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a $378,000 contract with the Denver-based architecture firm to complete conceptual programming, validation work, and initial concept drawings for the project. County officials said the firm was chosen following a competitive, multi-stage selection process that evaluated six proposals submitted for the judicial center design. A committee reviewed the proposals and narrowed the field to three finalists, who then participated in interviews with the board of commissioners. During the final review, commissioners evaluated each proposal using criteria outlined in the county's request for proposals, including the firm's work approach, the qualifications of the project team, presentation quality, and responses during the interview process. Fentress Studios was ultimately selected as offering the best overall value for the county. Fentress Studios, founded in 1980 and headquartered in Denver, has designed civic and public facilities across the country. Its past courthouse and justice projects include the Norfolk courts complex in Virginia, the Johnson County courthouse in Kansas, and Colorado's Ralph L. Carr Justice Center in Denver. The firm is part of the Populous Company. "It was edifying to see the quality of the applications we received," said Weld County Board Chair Scott James. "It shows that there's great interest in this project. And it's further edifying to know that the top choice is a local choice, as well." The conceptual planning phase will help determine the scope, space needs, and early design vision for the judicial center before the county moves forward with additional planning and construction steps. A new judicial center could play a key role in supporting Weld County's rapidly growing population, which has increased demand for court services and public facilities across the region. Make North Forty News part of your morning. Get Northern Colorado's top stories, weather, and events every day at 5 a.m. in our Daily Update. Attribution: Weld County
Weld County, colo., alerts are back online after cyber attack. The local government was among many nationwide that were impacted by a cyber attack on the CodeRED platform. Its owner has transferred the county and other subscribers to a new system. (TNS) - Weld County's emergency notification system is back online after the previous system went dark due to a cyber attack. Crisis24, which owns the CodeRED system, has transferred subscribers to a new system to send emergency alerts to residents when requested by local law enforcement agencies, according to a county news release. Residents who were subscribed to CodeRED as of March have had their subscription transferred to the new system. On Nov. 11, the Weld County Public Safety Communications Department was alerted by CodeRED that the notification system had gone offline Nov. 10 due to concerns from the information technology department. During that time, the county relied on a long-standing agreement with the Larimer Emergency Telephone Authority to serve as a back-up to provide emergency notifications. CodeRED was taken offline after a cyber attack on the platform, according to a statement from parent company GardaWorld. Anyone who subscribed to CodeRED is encouraged to change their password to any other account where they used the same password. The cyber attack was contained only to the CodeRED platform, according to GardaWorld, and the new system has been subjected to a comprehensive security audit. The county will use the Larimer Emergency Telephone Authority for emergency notifications that need to be sent through the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System, which alerts all cellphones in a determined area. The county is still examining options for an emergency alert notification system. Residents can register their phone number to receive emergency alerts at accountportal.onsolve.net/weldcountyco. (C) 2025 the Greeley Tribune, Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.