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    Director, Finance and Budget - Houston, United States - Harris County

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    Precinct One's mission is that we are committed to become a national model for delivering responsive public service utilizing inclusive, innovative, and collaborative approaches to improve the quality of life, advance equality of opportunity, and promote the fair treatment of all people in Harris County.

    What you will do at Precinct One

    The Director will be an integral member of Precinct One's senior management team, reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, and responsible for the establishment and successful execution of the functions and objectives of the Finance Division.

    What you will do at Precinct One

    The Director will be an integral member of Precinct One's senior management team, reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, and responsible for the establishment and successful execution of the functions and objectives of the Finance Division.


    Responsibilities include:


    Ensure the Precinct's adherence to best practices for public budgeting and finance, including applicable practices advised by Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) as well as County and State-mandated policies and procedures.


    Develop and implement financial and operational policies and procedures, including inventory control and purchasing policies and procedures, that make the Precinct a trustworthy steward of public resources.


    Seek opportunities to improve compliance, utilize technology, and reduce risk for the Precinct, and work collaboratively with Precinct leadership and divisions to provide solutions to fiscal management and business issues that improve operating performance while ensuring financial integrity.


    Develop further and lead the execution of the Precinct's budget process, in close collaboration with Precinct leadership, including providing training and support to Precinct divisions for their budget submissions, managing the collection and compilation of budget submissions for review by Precinct leadership (including collecting performance measures to demonstrate effectiveness of proposed service), and supporting the decision-making process.


    Manage and monitor the Precinct's operating and capital budgets, including forecasting, analyzing variances between actuals and budgeted amounts as well as tracking approved and related performance measures.


    Produce financial reports monthly, quarterly, annually and ad-hoc for Precinct leadership to make informed financial decisions as well as make sound recommendations based on trends and variances identified by the data.

    Oversee timely processing of accounts payable and receivable.


    Provide daily leadership and management in the planning and directing of the activities of the Finance and Budget division, which includes training and developing employees; planning and assigning; evaluating performance; administering coaching and progressive discipline; addressing concerns and resolving problems.

    Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    If you need special services or accommodations, please call or email

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    This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

    Education
    Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or other related field of study

    Experience


    Ten (10) years' experience in a leadership position responsible for developing, monitoring and reporting organization-wide budget(s), along with leading the development of accounting and budgeting processes.

    Experience managing and developing a staff of various experience levels is required.


    Experience and demonstrated skill in designing and using internal controls, including the development of processes, procedures, forms, protocols, and standards.

    Proficiency in Microsoft software applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
    Knowledge of general accepted accounting principles

    Demonstrated commitment to consistency, integrity, transparency, and equity.

    Strong organizational abilities, including planning and staff development, as well as experience driving organizational change.


    Exceptional written and oral communication skills to present /communicate to a group, including Precinct leadership, Precinct division staff, and select external boards.

    Familiarity and experience with the financial management and reporting guidelines established by the Government Finance Officers Association.


    Proven leadership in financial analysis, and ability to analyze financial data and communicate results to a wide range of audiences with varying degrees of understanding.

    Effective management and leadership skills

    Ability to demonstrate the links between effective financial planning, execution, and reporting with management oversight of organization performance.

    Knowledge and experience with the basic principles of Outcome Based Budgeting.

    Ability to develop accurate financial forecasts and trend analyses.


    Ability to convey the facts and management implications of complex financial data in a way readily intelligible to a wide range of audiences with varying degrees of understanding.


    Fluency in the use of advanced technological tools to develop cost-effective financial policies, accounting procedures, data collection, reporting, analysis, forecasting, and controls.


    NOTE :
    Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation

    but

    ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume"

    will not be accepted for qualifications

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    Experience with governmental budgeting, accounting, and purchasing processes and principles

    Experience using PeopleSoft
    What you get in return
    You will be surrounded by coworkers who bring their best to work each day.

    Passionate people that want to make a difference in the communities Precinct One serves along with Harris County as a whole.

    Harris County employees receive a competitive salary plus medical, dental and vision insurance at no cost to the employee after the first two months of full-time continued employment.

    Vacation, sick time and floating holidays allow our employees to recharge and balance work and personal time. Mandatory participation in our retirement program allows employees to save for retirement. Various other benefits and discounts lead to the satisfaction and engagement of our employees.
    About the Budget, Finance and Technology Division

    The mission of the Budget and Finance Department is to ensure Precinct One adheres to the principles of professional, ethical, efficient, and materially meaningful financial accounting and reporting, providing access to information for all while supporting Precinct staff in the equitable delivery of responsive quality services, programs, and infrastructure to the residents of Harris County.

    About Precinct One

    Harris County's Precinct One is committed to being a national model for delivering responsive public service that draws on inclusive, innovative, and collaborative approaches to improve the quality of life, advance equality of opportunity, and promote the fair treatment of all people in Harris County.

    Home to 1.2 million residents of Harris County's 4.7 million residents, Precinct One extends from the heart of Harris County to neighborhoods as far north as Spring and as far south as Clear Creek, encompassing dozens of historic neighborhoods and cultural landmarks.

    Precinct One includes homes and businesses in the City of Houston, several small cities, and unincorporated Harris County, with two major airports, five universities, and numerous sports venues, including Toyota Center, Minute Maid Park, NRG Park, and Shell Energy Stadium.

    Visitors from all over the world travel to the Texas Medical Center and downtown Houston business district, both located in Precinct One.

    Precinct One manages twenty-five parks, forty miles of trails, and 3,220 acres of outdoor recreation space. In addition to green space, Precinct One maintains 5,300 roads spanning over 1,000 miles and 161 bridges. The Precinct operates nine community centers and two aquatics centers with programs that serve about 4,000 residents every year.

    Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.


    Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

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