Assistant Director of Finance
Salary:
$97,304.
00 - $151,337.
00 AnnuallyLocation :
Grand Prairie, TXJob Type:
Full TimeJob Number:
2023-00202Department:
FinanceDivision:
AdministrationOpening Date:
05/22/2023Closing Date:
7/31/2023 5:
00 PM CentralJob Summary Come help Grand Prairie build its future!The City of Grand Prairie has experienced explosive development and growth over the last few years, creating increased necessity for outstanding financial and budget management services.
With the full support of the City Council and City Management, the Finance department has been able to develop staff in the last year to accommodate these ever-growing needs.
This fact, combined with movement in key roles in 2023 has created an exciting opportunity to rethink the functions of the department.
This is a once-in-a-career opportunity to become a part of an established, first-class city experiencing a Renaissance.
The ideal candidate will match the personality of the City:
dynamic, forward-thinking, aggressively friendly, hard-working, and bold.
The purpose of this position is to assist the Chief Financial Officer in managing and directing operations of the Finance Department and the fiscal affairs of the City including accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing, budget, payroll, investments, and special districts.
Essential Job Functions Oversees Purchasing Division and provides guidance to Purchasing Manager and compliance with federal, state and local requirements Oversees Budget Division and provides guidance to Budget Manager and production of City Manager's Annual Budget Oversees Treasury Division including multimillion-dollar investment portfolio ensuring compliance with City policies Oversees Accounting Division which includes accounts receivable, accounts payable, capital assets, payroll, grants and special districts Oversees preparation of the annual financial report in compliance with accounting standards, state, and federal requirements.
Oversees coordination with IT staff and other departments on software replacement and maintenance Oversees compilation of SEFA and SESA grant annual reports All other duties as assigned by CFO.
Minimum
Qualifications Education:
Work requires specialized knowledge in a professional or technical field.
Work requires professional level of knowledge of a discipline equivalent to that which is acquired in a Master's degree-level of study in Finance or Accounting.
Experience:
Five years or more experience in accounting.
Working knowledge of Lawson preferred.
Experience working in city government preferred.
Licenses:
Texas Class C Driver's License.
Certifications Required:
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) required.
Reading:
Advanced ability to read literature, books, reviews, scientific or technical journals, abstracts, financial reports, and/or legal documents.
Ordinarily, such education is obtained at the college level or above.
However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study.
Math:
Advanced ability to apply fundamental concepts of theories, work with advanced mathematical operations methods, and functions of real and complex variables.
Ordinarily, such education is obtained at the college level or above.
However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study.
Writing:
Advanced - Ability to write editorials, journals, speeches, manuals, or critiques.
Ordinarily, such education is obtained in at the college level or above.
However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study.
Managerial:
Receives Administrative Direction:
Within this position, the employee normally performs the duty assignment within broad parameters defined by general organizational requirements and accepted practices.
Total end results determine effectiveness of job performance.
Budget Responsibility:
Has responsibility for approval of at least one division budget and presents the budget(s) to the Department Head.
Is authorized to approve budgeted expenditures up to the amount that requires the approval of the Department Head.
Supervisory / Organizational Control:
Work requires managing and monitoring work performance by directing subordinate supervisors or administrators, including making final decisions on hiring and disciplinary actions, evaluating program/work objectives and effectiveness, and realigning work and staffing assignments, as needed.
Complexity:
Work is of the broadest scope dealing with highly complex concepts or issues of great importance to the City.
Highly important policies, procedures, actions or precedents may be approved, rejected, or recommended to a Department Head or CMO by individuals in this classification.
Interpersonal / Human Relations Skills:
Final decisions regarding policy development and implementation are made and/or recommended.
Interaction with others outside the City requires exercising participative management skills that support team efforts and quality processes.
Additional Information OVERALL PHYSICAL STRENGTH DEMANDS:
The physical demands of this position are considered sedentary in nature and primarily involve work in an office setting.
Typically, this means exerting up to 10 pounds occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.
PHYSICAL and NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This position includes the following physical demands in the daily course and scope of duties:
frequently sitting at a desk working on a computer using fine dexterity; frequently relied on to use vision reading documents and looking at computer screen; frequently hearing and talking while communicating with co-workers and citizens in person or on phone; frequently standing and walking to make presentations and communicate with co-workers; frequently handling paperwork and supplies; frequently kneeling and crouching to reach lower shelves; Occasionally, the position requires lifting, and reaching for materials while working office supplies.
Position requires occasional bending and twisting while filing or working between a computer and phone and climbing of stairs.
Non-Physical demands include frequent time pressure to ensure deadlines are being met; Change of tasks and priorities are routine and frequent.
Effective ability to multi-task and work closely with other team members is required and essential.
Additionally, ability to complete tedious and exacting work with efficiency and accuracy is required.
Irregular work schedule and/or overtime is frequent.
Response to emergency situations may happen occasionally.
MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, AND WORK AIDS:
Telephone, calculator, computer, printer, scanner, fax, copier, and related software.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
This position works primarily in an office environment and is therefore not subject to extreme temperatures, humidity, noise, vibration, wetness, and physical dangers while working in this position.
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
NoneThe City offers a full range of benefits for full time employees, including, but not limited to the plans as defined in the Benefits Guide.
01 What is the highest level of Education obtained? Some high school, no diploma or GED High School Diploma/GED Some College, no degree Technical or Trade School (Did not complete) Technical or Trade School (Completed) Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Doctorate Degree 02 What is your leadership experience? No supervisory experience Led projects, not people Lead worker over a few Supervisor level - led staff, some authority Manager Level over staff or a division Executive Level - led a department and its divisions 03 Have you worked for any other governmental entity (municipal, county, state or federal)? Yes No 04 How many years of experience do you have in leading, supervising or managing a department or division in Finance? No experience Less than 1 year of experience 1 year to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 5 years 5 years to less than 7 years Over 7 years of experience 05 Describe an experience where you have applied your leadership skills either over people, a process or a project.
06 How many years of increasingly responsible accounting experience do you have? Under 1 year 1 year under 2 years 2 years under 2 years 3 years under 4 years 4 years under 5 years Over 5 years No experience 07 If yes, please describe your experience.
08 Do you possess any of the following certifications or licenses? Please mark all that apply CPA (Certified Public Accountant) CGFO (Certified Government Finance Officer) CPFO (Certified Public Finance Officer) None of the above Other 09 Do you have any experience working with an enterprise financial software implementation? Yes No Required Question Recommended Skills Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Administration Certified Public Accountant Communication Comprehensive Annual Financial Reports Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
$97,304.
00 - $151,337.
00 AnnuallyLocation :
Grand Prairie, TXJob Type:
Full TimeJob Number:
2023-00202Department:
FinanceDivision:
AdministrationOpening Date:
05/22/2023Closing Date:
7/31/2023 5:
00 PM CentralJob Summary Come help Grand Prairie build its future!The City of Grand Prairie has experienced explosive development and growth over the last few years, creating increased necessity for outstanding financial and budget management services.
With the full support of the City Council and City Management, the Finance department has been able to develop staff in the last year to accommodate these ever-growing needs.
This fact, combined with movement in key roles in 2023 has created an exciting opportunity to rethink the functions of the department.
This is a once-in-a-career opportunity to become a part of an established, first-class city experiencing a Renaissance.
The ideal candidate will match the personality of the City:
dynamic, forward-thinking, aggressively friendly, hard-working, and bold.
The purpose of this position is to assist the Chief Financial Officer in managing and directing operations of the Finance Department and the fiscal affairs of the City including accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing, budget, payroll, investments, and special districts.
Essential Job Functions Oversees Purchasing Division and provides guidance to Purchasing Manager and compliance with federal, state and local requirements Oversees Budget Division and provides guidance to Budget Manager and production of City Manager's Annual Budget Oversees Treasury Division including multimillion-dollar investment portfolio ensuring compliance with City policies Oversees Accounting Division which includes accounts receivable, accounts payable, capital assets, payroll, grants and special districts Oversees preparation of the annual financial report in compliance with accounting standards, state, and federal requirements.
Oversees coordination with IT staff and other departments on software replacement and maintenance Oversees compilation of SEFA and SESA grant annual reports All other duties as assigned by CFO.
Minimum
Qualifications Education:
Work requires specialized knowledge in a professional or technical field.
Work requires professional level of knowledge of a discipline equivalent to that which is acquired in a Master's degree-level of study in Finance or Accounting.
Experience:
Five years or more experience in accounting.
Working knowledge of Lawson preferred.
Experience working in city government preferred.
Licenses:
Texas Class C Driver's License.
Certifications Required:
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) required.
Reading:
Advanced ability to read literature, books, reviews, scientific or technical journals, abstracts, financial reports, and/or legal documents.
Ordinarily, such education is obtained at the college level or above.
However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study.
Math:
Advanced ability to apply fundamental concepts of theories, work with advanced mathematical operations methods, and functions of real and complex variables.
Ordinarily, such education is obtained at the college level or above.
However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study.
Writing:
Advanced - Ability to write editorials, journals, speeches, manuals, or critiques.
Ordinarily, such education is obtained in at the college level or above.
However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study.
Managerial:
Receives Administrative Direction:
Within this position, the employee normally performs the duty assignment within broad parameters defined by general organizational requirements and accepted practices.
Total end results determine effectiveness of job performance.
Budget Responsibility:
Has responsibility for approval of at least one division budget and presents the budget(s) to the Department Head.
Is authorized to approve budgeted expenditures up to the amount that requires the approval of the Department Head.
Supervisory / Organizational Control:
Work requires managing and monitoring work performance by directing subordinate supervisors or administrators, including making final decisions on hiring and disciplinary actions, evaluating program/work objectives and effectiveness, and realigning work and staffing assignments, as needed.
Complexity:
Work is of the broadest scope dealing with highly complex concepts or issues of great importance to the City.
Highly important policies, procedures, actions or precedents may be approved, rejected, or recommended to a Department Head or CMO by individuals in this classification.
Interpersonal / Human Relations Skills:
Final decisions regarding policy development and implementation are made and/or recommended.
Interaction with others outside the City requires exercising participative management skills that support team efforts and quality processes.
Additional Information OVERALL PHYSICAL STRENGTH DEMANDS:
The physical demands of this position are considered sedentary in nature and primarily involve work in an office setting.
Typically, this means exerting up to 10 pounds occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.
PHYSICAL and NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This position includes the following physical demands in the daily course and scope of duties:
frequently sitting at a desk working on a computer using fine dexterity; frequently relied on to use vision reading documents and looking at computer screen; frequently hearing and talking while communicating with co-workers and citizens in person or on phone; frequently standing and walking to make presentations and communicate with co-workers; frequently handling paperwork and supplies; frequently kneeling and crouching to reach lower shelves; Occasionally, the position requires lifting, and reaching for materials while working office supplies.
Position requires occasional bending and twisting while filing or working between a computer and phone and climbing of stairs.
Non-Physical demands include frequent time pressure to ensure deadlines are being met; Change of tasks and priorities are routine and frequent.
Effective ability to multi-task and work closely with other team members is required and essential.
Additionally, ability to complete tedious and exacting work with efficiency and accuracy is required.
Irregular work schedule and/or overtime is frequent.
Response to emergency situations may happen occasionally.
MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, AND WORK AIDS:
Telephone, calculator, computer, printer, scanner, fax, copier, and related software.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
This position works primarily in an office environment and is therefore not subject to extreme temperatures, humidity, noise, vibration, wetness, and physical dangers while working in this position.
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
NoneThe City offers a full range of benefits for full time employees, including, but not limited to the plans as defined in the Benefits Guide.
01 What is the highest level of Education obtained? Some high school, no diploma or GED High School Diploma/GED Some College, no degree Technical or Trade School (Did not complete) Technical or Trade School (Completed) Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Doctorate Degree 02 What is your leadership experience? No supervisory experience Led projects, not people Lead worker over a few Supervisor level - led staff, some authority Manager Level over staff or a division Executive Level - led a department and its divisions 03 Have you worked for any other governmental entity (municipal, county, state or federal)? Yes No 04 How many years of experience do you have in leading, supervising or managing a department or division in Finance? No experience Less than 1 year of experience 1 year to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 5 years 5 years to less than 7 years Over 7 years of experience 05 Describe an experience where you have applied your leadership skills either over people, a process or a project.
06 How many years of increasingly responsible accounting experience do you have? Under 1 year 1 year under 2 years 2 years under 2 years 3 years under 4 years 4 years under 5 years Over 5 years No experience 07 If yes, please describe your experience.
08 Do you possess any of the following certifications or licenses? Please mark all that apply CPA (Certified Public Accountant) CGFO (Certified Government Finance Officer) CPFO (Certified Public Finance Officer) None of the above Other 09 Do you have any experience working with an enterprise financial software implementation? Yes No Required Question Recommended Skills Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Administration Certified Public Accountant Communication Comprehensive Annual Financial Reports Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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