Director of Finance

Under the direction of the Mayor, the Director of Finance plans, organizes, and directs all operations and activities of the Finance Department. The Director of Finance is responsible for overall administration of internal accounting and financial matters including investments, debt financing, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, sales tax, and finance related customer service. Establishes and maintains accounting of City funds. Controls expenditures in accordance with appropriations. Prepares the Mayor’s annual budget. Manages the activities of the sales tax division. This job description is an overview and is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the functions and tasks required of the position. Keeps Mayor advised of the financial condition and future needs of the City departments and makes necessary recommendations Participates in preparing departmental agenda and facilitates discussions with City leadership and the City Council taking appropriate financial action as required Engages City departments and organization in establishing/managing project plans, objectives, and performance measures to meet those mission and strategic objectives Provides financial policy guidance for the development and review of budget requests and program proposals as they reflect these strategic and tactical needs Works with City departments to prepare and submit the budget annually to the Mayor and City Council and is responsible for its administration after adoption including strategic and tactical goals and performance metrics of assigned departments Oversees budgetary execution and control and recommends or approves budgetary adjustments in keeping with City strategic direction to include consideration of equity to meet community needs and an emphasis on priority-base budgeting Works with the Mayor to review departmental budget requests not only for new monies but for existing programs and services pursuant to City direction Coordinates the work of assigned City departments with related federal, state, local agencies and business groups to ensure that the City is meeting customer expectations and opportunities for innovation while still meeting City needs May assist in the enforcement of City and public utility franchise terms and conditions Selects, aligns, and integrates key performance data to track organizational performance consistent with the strategic goals Uses comparative/benchmark data to track operational excellence and innovation Ensures key leaders develop and report on key performance measures as part of the budget process, balanced scorecards, and other special reports and plans Formulates alternatives and recommends program and administrative policies Advises key leadership regarding financial and legislative matters, suggesting actions that should be taken for the betterment of the community Fosters an organizational culture of high performance and a motivated workforce to be more effective in communications while encouraging diverse ideas, cultures, and thinking Develops appropriate reward, recognition, and compensation systems to reinforce customer and operational excellence Develops learning systems to address supervisory/management training and career development, organizational performance improvement, succession planning, and job skills and abilities training Tracks and reports on success of workforce engagement and development in the balanced scorecards Directs and supervises professional, paraprofessional, and administrative support staff in the Finance Department Manages the development and implementation of department goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for each assigned service area Provides mentoring and direction to the staff within the department’s divisions and issues appropriate corrective action as needed IMPORTANT FUNCTIONS: Performs other duties as may be prescribed by the Charter or required by the Mayor PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical standards an employee must meet in order to perform the essential job duties with or without a reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to: Work is mostly sedentary and performed in a seated position, but requires frequent moving about, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, or stooping The incumbent must be able to hear all communication from customers and employees by telephone or in person, and use vision to work with written documents, forms, and to respond to employees and customers Must be able to sit for over two hours at a time while performing routine office duties, attending meetings, and traveling Must be able to perform a full range of repetitive motions while performing routine office duties including, reaching, handling, talking, hearing, and manual dexterity Must be able to travel out of town and out of state for meetings, conferences, and other events Must be able to lift and move files and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds This position requires knowledge of: Practices of modern executive and administrative planning, management, and control Federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies applicable to structure, functions, programs, and practices in conducting public services through City government Modern principles, practices, methods, and techniques in evaluating program and facility needs of a medium-sized City Urban renewal agency funding, debt service funding, and TABOR Finance and accounting principles, practices and methods as applicable to municipal finance operations, fund accounting systems and internal control requirement, GASB as applicable to municipal finance, financial reporting requirements for pertinent regulatory agencies, ordinances, resolutions, and regulations affecting municipal finance operations The principles of public administration, including budgetary practices, principles of supervision and training, and utility rate setting Effective practices and methods of communicating with the public Best practices, benchmarking, strategic planning, quality improvement Requires skill and ability to: Lead an organization through change working with community leaders, departmental management, and other special interest groups Plan, organize, coordinate, prioritize, assign, and evaluate the work of direct staff Communicate complex ideas effectively, both orally and in writing Evaluate and work with staff/community regarding socioeconomic and diversity challenges of urban populations Use the computer systems used in government accounting Devise cost effective approaches to satisfying community needs and aspirations Establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected and appointed officials at all levels of government, the media, and the general public In addition to the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above, this position requires the following: At least a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in finance, accounting, economics, or business administration At least seven (7) years of progressively responsible accounting/financial management experience, with five (5) of those years in a supervisory or management role A valid driver’s license at the time of application, and a valid Colorado driver’s license within 30 days of employment License restrictions that may hinder your ability to drive on City business, such as an interlock, will be cause for disqualification During the course of employment, a valid license must be maintained, and the employee must notify the City immediately upon changes to the status of their license Selected candidate must reside within the corporate boundaries of the City of Pueblo, within six (6) months of first date of employment pursuant to Pueblo Municipal Code section 6-4-10 regarding residency requirement ( this requirement may be removed, p ending City Council approval ) The following are highly desirable: Governmental accounting experience in a municipality or other governmental organization Possession of a Certified Public Accountant license Certification as a Certified Government Financial Manager SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Most duties are performed indoors; however, the incumbent will be required to perform some duties outdoors and at other facilities in a variety of indoor and outdoor environmental conditions. Position requires that the individual be able to attend meetings, conferences, and other events out of town and out of state as needed on evenings and weekends as required. Must be able to work, drive, and travel in inclement weather. The required license and registration must be maintained throughout the term of employment. Failure to obtain or maintain licenses and certifications may result in demotion or termination. Due to Federal and State Criminal Justice System access requirements, classifications that access and maintain criminal justice information may also be required, as a condition of employment, to not have been convicted of and/or have pending charges of a felony or misdemeanor crime that would deny or otherwise restrict access to criminal justice information. This requirement applies to all existing City employees as well as external candidates seeking to fill positions that meet the given criteria. BENEFITS: The City of Pueblo offers a very rich benefits packet! Click on the “Benefits” hyperlink at the top of this (online) job posting to view a summary of the benefits associated with this position. For a more comprehensive view on the lush benefits offered by the City, please go to www.pueblo.us/benefits . #J-18808-Ljbffr