Chief Financial Officer - DMD

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Chief Financial Officer - DMD

Salary

$86,715.00 Annually

Location

City County Building, IN

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

08400

Department

Department of Metropolitan Development

Opening Date

05/22/2024

Closing Date

6/21/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description

• Benefits

Position Summary

Agency Summary

The purpose and mission of the Department of Metropolitan Development works to shape the city’s identity by strengthening people and places, building upon our history, and fostering visionary development. The DMD agency envisions the city as a growing, vibrant, and beautiful city where people are businesses thrive in an inclusive, world-class community. The agency is able to do this by cultivating a productive, collaborative, and compliant work environment in order for our workforce to meet the needs of the constituents of Indianapolis and Marion County.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Director, this position is an integral member of the Department of Metropolitan Development’s leadership team and is responsible for managing all activities related to financial planning, including establishing policies and procedures for the Department in order to regulate and control the budget and any process associated with it. Independent judgement is regularly utilized when there are no available policies and procedures and errors in judgment may cause inconsistencies and inconveniences as well as regulatory and budgetary problems. Position will report to and work closely with the Director. Additionally, position will partner with the executive leadership team to develop and implement strategies across the department.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Indianapolis Marion County is an equal opportunity employer . All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. We value diversity in perspectives and experiences among colleagues and the residents of this city of whom we serve.

Position Responsibilities

• Oversees the department’s financial functions, including financial services and the budgetary process for both department operations and economic development incentives, such as tax increment financing (TIF).

• Participate in policy development as a member of the department’s leadership team, including economic development policies and tax incentives for real estate development.

• Leads the department and assists the Director, Deputy Directors, and Administrators in the preparation of the annual budget process, including assisting with financial forecasting

• Compiles and analyzes data, prepares summaries, and submits annual budget plan for approval

• Monitors actual expenditures against budget, evaluate variances, and revises original budget, as appropriate.

• Ensures legal and regulatory compliance regarding all financial functions.

• Ensures maintenance of appropriate internal controls and financial procedures.

• Develops and utilizes forward-looking, predictive models and financial analyses to provide insight into the department’s operations, policy goals, and annual budget planning

• Oversees accounting procedures, cash flow planning and ensures availability of funds as needed.

• Oversees procurement and accounts payable/receivable, including the management of contracts and grants.

• Assists in researching and identifying available grants, including grants offered by other governmental agencies and private organizations, in order to obtain funding for department initiatives and activities.

• Serves as the liaison and staff coordinator with the Office of Finance & Management, Purchasing, Office of Audit and Performance, Office of Minority and Women Business Development, and other City and County departments as needed.

• Supervises the DMD finance team

• Maintains continuous lines of communication, including presenting financial matters at select meetings and keeping the Director informed of all critical issues

• Must maintain confidentiality at all times

• Must be able to adapt to a continually evolving environment and thrive in an autonomous and deadline-oriented workplace while managing a finance staff.

• This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time

Qualifications

Minimum Job Requirements and Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting Principles, Finance Management, or related field with five (5) year’s prior related experience in an administrative role with demonstrated progressive responsibilities. Comprehensive knowledge of accounting standards and procedures relative to all areas assigned. Ability to analyze, project, and utilize spreadsheet(s), database(s), and other software is required. Ability to coordinate multiple projects, manage a high-volume of work and meet various deadlines is a must. Excellent computer knowledge and e-mail communication skills a must, and exceptional written and oral communication skills along with strong customer service skills is required. Position also requires the ability to think strategically for the department under the direction of the Director. This position works proactively as a leader to ensure the vision and goals of the department are being addressed within realistic and required time frames.

Preferred Job Requirements and Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Accounting Principles, Finance Management, or related field with two (2) year’s prior related experience in an administrative role with demonstrated progressive responsibilities. Comprehensive knowledge of accounting standards and procedures relative to all areas assigned. Ability to analyze, project, and utilize spreadsheet(s), database(s), and other software is required. Ability to coordinate multiple projects, manage a high-volume of work and meet various deadlines is a must. Excellent computer knowledge and e-mail communication skills a must, and exceptional written and oral communication skills along with strong customer service skills is required. Position also requires the ability to think strategically for the department under the direction of the Director. This position works proactively as a leader to ensure the vision and goals of the department are being addressed within realistic and required time frames.