Fiscal Services Manager

Overview

Why It's a Great Opportunity The Fiscal Services Manager reports directly to the Clerk of Superior Court. This role presents a unique opportunity to shape the financial and fiscal direction and integrity of the Clerk’s Office. In addition, the Fiscal Services Manager will play a central role in the design, execution, and implementation of a new financial case management system being developed specifically to meet the operational and reporting needs of the Clerk’s Office.

This is a rare opportunity to help build and launch a system from the ground up—modernizing financial workflows, strengthening data integrity, and enhancing service delivery for years to come. As a seasoned finance professional with deep expertise in accounting principles and practices, you will serve as a key member of the management team, influencing the financial operations, oversight, and policy development.

This role manages and supervises the finance team of the Clerk’s Office.

Core Daily Responsibilities

• Supervises collection of statutory fees and fines to be held in separate trusts as directed by court order, receipt and disbursement of funds, and child support payments.
• Responsible for maintaining accountability of superior and juvenile court fees, fines, and investments.
• Establishes investment accounts per court orders for individuals involved in litigation with financial institutions in Pierce County.
• Supervises and coordinates the activities of fiscal support employees.
• Supervises data collection for the preparation of financial reports on departmental activities.
• Reviews proposed expenditures to determine compliance with allocated budget expenditures and recommends approval or disapproval of expenditures while keeping the department head informed.

This announcement is not intended to reflect all duties to be performed by our next team member, but shall present a descriptive list of the range of duties that may be performed. To view the complete classification, .

• A cover letter and resume are required for this position. Applications without a cover letter and resume will not be considered.
• Graduation from a four-year college or university with major course work in accounting, business, or public administration, AND
• Four or more years of related experience, which includes
• At least one year in a supervisory/lead capacity.
• Any combination of experience/education that would clearly indicate the ability to perform the duties of the position will substitute for the recruiting requirements.

As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.

• To Be Considered For This Opportunity, Please
• Complete and submit a detailed online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting "APPLY" above or go to:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..
• If you have a question about this opportunity, please email the Recruitment Team at PCHRRecruit and specify the Job Number and Title.
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This is a competitive selection process. Your application will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the County's needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status normally occurs 2 to 3 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes, which may include assessments, phone screens, and interviews.

At Pierce County, diversity, equity, and inclusion mean commitment, not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit, develop, and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and perspectives, committed to our vision. Employees of the County have a local, direct, and visible impact in our diverse community.

Will you join us in keeping Pierce County a place p eople are proud to call home?

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