Ottawa County
Dave Gall is an accomplished financial professional currently serving as a Budget/Audit Analyst for Ottawa County since January 2023, where responsibilities include assisting in planning and managing all accounting and budgeting activities. Prior to this role, Dave worked as an Accounting Contractor from April 2022 to January 2023, focusing on process improvement, financial statements consolidation, and cost accounting. From April 2020 to February 2022, Dave held the position of Cost Accountant at Modern Drop Forge, where contributions encompassed supporting contract manufacturing and consulting across various departments. Dave's tenure at United States Steel Corp from September 2000 to April 2020 involved inventory control and mill accounting for flat rolled facilities. Earlier in the career, Dave served as a Securities Compliance Examiner for the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, conducting compliance examinations and analyzing financial operations. Dave Gall earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance from Purdue University Northwest from 1992 to 1996.
Ottawa County
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. https://youtu.be/TwtjmWM5gQc