Overview

Apply NowNature of WorkThe purpose of this job is to plan, direct, oversee and provide overall financial planning, analysis, direction and oversight throughout the organization. Provides general oversight, guidance and direction for the annual budget preparation process. Provides direction and oversight to the City Manager and City Commission over a wide range of diverse topics. This position directly manages Fiscal Services which contains the Budget Office and Accounting Services Divisions. This position also assists the Chief Financial Officer with oversight of several diverse departments including Income Tax, Assessing, Purchasing, Fleet, and Facilities. Works under the general guidelines of the Chief Financial Officer. Serves in the Chief Financial Officer role in his/her absence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.Supervises the work of assigned personnel; participates in hiring, training and disciplinary actions; delegates work assignments; conducts performance evaluationsAssists with providing executive direction to department directors and other staff for all aspects of fiscal services, including fiscal administration, payroll, income tax, assessing, financial planning, budgeting and purchasingAssists the Chief Financial Officer in providing financial guidance and reviews along with approvals of goals and objectives for assigned departments, departmental and city wide which may impact their fiscal capital and operating budgets, priorities and programsCompletes independent financial reviews of complex business processes; provides annual financial review updates to the City CommissionConducts research, studies and fiscal analyses pertaining to a wide variety of fiscal topics which impact or have the potential to impact the city organization using best practice accounting and fiscal business processes; prepares and issues written reports; interprets findings into recommended policy changesParticipates in Labor negotiations with the City''s various Union groups; conducts research and provides assistance to the labor team with financial reports, analytics and fiscal forecasts of proposed contract modifications; attends bargaining sessions to help evaluate fiscal proposals and provide advice to the Chief NegotiatorRepresents the City as the Chief Financial Officer in his/her absence at internal and external meetingsCoordinates city activities with other governmental agencies, private sector organizations, civic groups and the general publicOversees the preparation and monitoring of Fiscal Services budgetManages the implementation activities for the Enterprise, Reporting, Planning (ERP) system and works with team on continued process improvement for efficiencyPerforms related work as required

Minimum Training and Experience

Bachelor’s in finance, business, accounting, or a related fieldAt least seven (7) years progressively more responsible experience in local government finances, such as pension, health care, actuarial, benefits, financial planning, forecastingAny equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.

Required Licenses or Certifications

None

Other Necessary Qualifications

Knowledge of:The fiscal and operational principles, theories and practices of modern executive and administrative planning, management and controlFederal, state and local laws, regulations and policies applicable to structure, functions, programs and practices in conducting public services through city governmentModern principles, practices, methods and techniques relating to the effective delivery of financial services to the entire organizationFinancial and accounting principles, laws and regulationsPrinciples and practices of employee supervisionGenerally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), specifically governmental accounting, audit and financial reportingModern office procedures, methods and computer equipmentSkill in:Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationshipsPerforming a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different naturePerforming basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratiosAssigning, prioritizing, monitoring, and reviewing work assignmentsAbility to:Conduct complex research and interpret or apply information into effective policy recommendationsConduct effective presentations on research productsUtilize various financial systems and softwareDevelop and forecast complex financial wage and benefit packages and the impacts on the fiscal health of the CityCommunicate effectively, both orally and in writingMeet schedules and deadlines of the workUnderstand and carry out oral and written directionsAccurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic filesMaintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries

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