FINANCE MANAGER

Manages revenue and expenditure budgets and financials of a complex operation with various federal, regional and local funding sources. Works effectively and collaboratively with all levels of staff and manages a relationship between the satellite offices and central Accounting Operations. Partners with City leadership and contracted auditing firm(s) in the day-to-day financial management of the operation and contributes to strategic planning.

• Developing and providing financial reports and interpret financial information to managerial staff while recommending further courses of action.
• Analyzing day-to-day financial activities and, based on this analysis, provide proper guidance to upper management on future financial plans and goals.
• Contributing fully to the development of strategy across all service areas, challenging assumptions and decision-making as appropriate and providing financial analyses and guidance on all activities, plans, and targets. 
• Monitoring and reviewing financial and ERP systems to ensure financial implications are clearly understood and documented; this includes plans for both operating costs and capital investments
• Developing and monitoring departmental annual operating and capital budgets
• Collaborating with departmental staff to strategically produce rate models and long-term financial plans for decisions by key stakeholders to include the community, Mayor and Council, and the City Manager

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related area; five (5) years of professional in accounting, budgeting, or finance; and at least three (3) years in a Lead or Supervisory capacity in a related functional area. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of computers and financial software applications.
• Demonstrated proficiency in financial planning skills, technical skills, leadership, and organizational management skills.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience interpreting and applying laws, rules, policies, and procedures.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and desire to promote diversity.
• A record showing commitment to customer service and the application of appropriate flexibility in response to issues and opposing points of view is required.

• Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree
• Professional certification from a recognized financial association, such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA); Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO); or Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM).
• Finance experience in a public sector setting.

The position is open until filled. Due to multiple vacancies, resume reviews will start immediately and will continue until all of our vacancies are filled. To be considered, please submit a résumé, cover letter, and six work related references (two supervisors, two direct reports, and two colleagues who will not be contacted in the early stages of the recruitment) on the City website.  

The City of Tucson is an equal opportunity employer that is both child and family friendly, as well as a drug and alcohol-free workplace. Diverse candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

BENEFITS

City-Wide Benefits

» Medical: Choice between a high deductible plan (HSA or HRA), or Network plan.

» Dental: Choice between a national dental PPO and a local dental HMO.

» Vision: Coverage for annual eye exam and glasses or contacts, plus LASIK.

» Life: City-paid coverage for you and dependents, plus option to buy more.

» Long-Term Disability: Income replacement of up to 60% of your base salary in the event of a qualifying disability.

» Employee Assistance Program: Enhance your wellbeing when life doesn’t go as planned.

» Flexible Spending: Pay for qualified health and dependent care expenses using pretax dollars.

» Colonial Voluntary Benefits: Financial help in the event of cancer, hospitalization, accident, and more.

Your Security and Future

» Pension: Generous pension plans that help employees retire more comfortably.

» Deferred Compensation: Save more toward a comfortable retirement with a 457(b) plan.

» Training & Tuition Assistance: Pursue your dream through internal training or financial help towards a degree.

» Education Assistance, Reimbursement, and Qualified Loan Repayment Assistance Program: Get assistance paying off your student loan debt.

» Back-Up Care: Care for your loved ones when your regular care is unavailable.

Your Peace of Mind

» Paid Parental Leave: Six (6) weeks paid leave when you welcome a child, plus other generous leave policies for FML, Medical, and USERRA.

» Paid Time Away: New hires enjoy 38 days of paid time off in the first year, with time increasing steadily thereafter (in year one: 13 accrued days of vacation, 13 accrued days of sick leave, and 12 paid holidays).

» Employee Discounts: Generous discounts ranging from car rentals to computers, gifts to groceries, electronics to entertainment.

» Social Connectedness: Forge connections with the community we serve through paid volunteerism and payroll deducted charitable giving.

For a full list of benefits, click here.

To ensure accurate payroll information for tax purposes, the successful candidate will need to provide their original Social Security Card or original letter from the Social Security Administration with their social security number prior to beginning work with the City of Tucson.

The City of Tucson hires lawful workers only - US citizens or nationals and non-citizens with valid work authorization - without discrimination. Federal immigration laws require all employers to verify both the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. In its efforts to meet the law's requirements, the City of Tucson participates in the E-Verify program established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to aid employers in verifying the eligibility of workers.

Retired City of Tucson employees receiving benefits from the Tucson Supplemental Retirement System who are considering reemployment with the City should be aware that pursuant to Section 22-37(g) of the Tucson City Code, retirement benefits shall be suspended during the period of reemployment with the City of Tucson unless you have been separated at least twelve consecutive months before returning to work AND you return to a non-permanent employment classification. Creditable service does not accrue during any reemployment period.