Tom E. Flickinger, a Washington County native has announced his candidacy for the office of Treasurer of Washington County. He is seeking the Republican nomination.

Last Updated on Thursday, 02 May 2019 03:39

“I amseeking the office of Treasurer of Washington County because I believe after several decades of management by one person, the office is in need of fresh ideas and new approaches that will build upon the solid base left by the departing Treasurer,” said Flickinger.

Tom Flickenger

“There is always room for improvement and I am a person with experience doing just that – improving. My long financial management experience makes me well qualified for the job.”

Flickinger is an experienced executive who has held many senior management positions in both financial management and operations during his successful career including positions as a Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President.

Early in Flickinger’s career with Westinghouse Credit he managed a $2.5 billion leasing portfolio. He was the Chief Operating Officer of a $35 million manufacturing company and as a private consultant has managed companies through bankruptcy proceedings and has been involved in numerous mergers and acquisitions.

Flickinger earned a B.S. degree in Economics from Washington and Jefferson College and a Masters degree in Finance from Waynesburg University. He has been an adjunct professor in both undergraduate and graduate programs at both schools.

As a past President of the Trinity School Board, he refinanced the school bonds, negotiated the teachers’ contract and never raised school taxes during his tenure.

“Managing money and working effectively with County Operations and financial institutions takes training and experience, both of which I have,” said Flickinger. “The county budget is $119 million, and I have a track record of successfully managing budgets that size and larger,” he added.

Flickinger said that he is just as comfortable on the shop floor as he is in a board room. “I have a unique background in operations and finance that allow me to bridge the gap between daily operations and the impact on Financial Statements,” he said.

Mr. Flickinger lives in Washington, PA with his wife Debra. He can be reached at Flickinger4treasurer@gmail.com