Job Description

Posting number: 15903

Department: OMB - Finance

Job classification: Fiscal Manager

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Accounting and Finance, Management, Grants Administration

Summary

Summary Objective

The purpose of this position is to develop operational strategies and priorities to align Metro’s financial resources with its strategic plan. Manage the overall budget development and implementation process and related budget document production and reporting requirements.

This class works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

The Fiscal Manager for Grants will oversee grant financial operations. Key responsibilities include staff supervision, grant compliance, Single Audit coordination, and financial reporting, including SEFA preparation and review. Successful candidates will possess a strong understanding of accounting principles, the ability to oversee complex grant portfolios and related financial activities, and demonstrated leadership skills to support and develop a high-performing team.

Examples of duties

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
• Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.
• Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates continuous improvement procedures.
• Represents the department to other agencies, contractors and vendors.
• Evaluates programs, policies and procedures for effectiveness and recommends modifications and improvements.
• Fosters a culture of empowerment and ownership to resolve issues and improve operations.
• Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates continuous improvement procedures and reviews within department and throughout Metro.
• Supervises and coordinates various research projects relating to OMB and Metro’s strategic plan.
• Works directly with staff to determine whether policy, legal, or financial issues can be resolved within existing policies and procedures.
• Provides additional training and guidance to existing staff as well as developing a training system for newly hired personnel.
• Would oversee a functional area such as budget, contracts, accounts payable, accounts receivable, procurement, or departmental relationship management.
• Serves as a liaison to the OMB management team or any ad hoc committees to resolve systemic issues either within OMB or throughout the enterprise.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Business or Public Administration or related discipline.
• Six (6) years of finance, accounting, budget preparation, budget analysis, procurement, program compliance, payroll, revenue collection, financial analysis experience.

EQUIVALENCY

• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be substituted.

OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Must provide one's own source of transportation.
• Must be able to work mandatory comp time during certain periods of the calendar year.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

• Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

UNAVOIDABLE HAZARDS (WORK ENVIRONMENT)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

• None.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE

Louisville Metro Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the Louisville Metro Government to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

STANDARD CLAUSES

May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of Louisville Metro Government.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

ESSENTIAL SAFETY FUNCTIONS

It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.

Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed and employees are properly trained.