Portfolio Manager

This position is Exempt from the State of Delaware Merit System

Recruitment #012323-MUAD18-200100

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Summary Statement

The Business Finance Unit is responsible for administering the financial incentive programs offered through the Division of Small Business. As a member of the Business Finance team, the Portfolio Manager is tasked with overseeing statistical and financial activity for the unit.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

  • Act as a liaison between stakeholders (both internal and external) and the Business Finance unit to ensure that all requests are handled in a timely manner.
  • Maintain cash balances for all funds administered in the Business Finance unit.
  • Perform monthly fund reconciliations for identified appropriations. Report balances to Unit Director on a monthly basis.
  • Compile monthly financial reports for the unit including but not limited to aging summaries, allowance accounts and property inventory reports.
  • Oversee billing process for all funds administered by the Business Finance unit. Utilize CRM for automated billing and reporting processes.
  • Manage collections process with applicant, and if necessary, in collaboration with Deputy Attorney General.
  • Compile reports for Federal funding programs
  • Compile annual GAAP reporting package for Department of Finance.
  • Ensure accuracy of CRM data.
  • Ability to present information clearly and effectively, both written and oral.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
  • Ability to independently analyze complex data and make recommendations about the findings.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Portfolio Manager
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

  1. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
  2. Six months experience working in an accounting capacity.
  3. -Six months experience in compiling, analyzing, and interpreting financial data.
  4. -Six months experience in narrative report writing.
  5. -Possession of a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business Administration or related field and/or two years of related experience.

Conditions of Hire

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Selection Process

The application and resume are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and resume to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.