Jefferson County has put the fiscal reins into familiar hands, promoting Daniel Conway, a seasoned strategist and finance expert within the county's ranks, to the Chief Financial Officer role. Having steered the financial ship as interim CFO since September 2024, Conway's elevation to the permanent position is now official, according to Jefferson County.
Bringing a hefty 25 years of expertise to the table, Dan Conway isn't a new face in the county's economic corridors. His strategic acumen has been crucial in navigating Jefferson County through financial turbulence, notably a budget shortfall that demanded sharp insights and decisive action. The County Manager, Joe Kerby summed it up by saying, “We are confident that Dan’s long history with the county, combined with his strategic thinking and collaborative approach, will be incredibly beneficial not only to county employees, but to the community at large,” as obtained by Jefferson County. Kerby didn't hold back on the praise, lauding Conway's "dedication and experience" as the foundations that make him the "perfect choice to lead the county’s financial operations."
In his ongoing tenure, the new CFO is expected to sustain the financial momentum he's generated thus far. Conway's to-do list is charged with advancing Jefferson County’s financial resilience and fostering initiatives that align with the collective needs of the community. His tenure as Director of Strategy, Innovation, and Finance has been marked by his consistent push for cross-departmental synergies, an approach that's anticipated to be a fixture in his financial oversight playbook.
