ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, FINANCIAL PLANNING & ANALYSIS (DEPT. OF TRANSPORTATION & HIGHWAYS) - SHAKMAN EXEMPT

Cook County, IL • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways is seeking an Associate Director, Financial Planning & Analysis. This role provides strategic leadership to financial teams and oversees key budgeting, procurement, payroll, and reporting functions. The Associate Director manages the Bureau's annual budget development and analysis, prepares financial reports for senior leadership and grantors, and coordinates audit responses. The position also develops and implements financial policies, supports program performance evaluation, identifies operational efficiencies and revenue opportunities, and manages the financial components of grants and contracts. Cook County offers great benefits and the chance to participate in a strong tradition of public service. Cook County is home to more than five million residents, roughly 45% of Illinois' population. Cook County Government provides a range of vital services and programs that enhance the quality of life for residents across the region. These services range from health care to urban planning. Cook County is committed to empowering its employees to bring our constituents the best that public service has to offer. Attention Applicants: Please note that as part of ongoing job architecture initiatives, the County is reviewing job titles and corresponding grades, which may be subject to change.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree or higher and
• Four (4) years in accounting, finance, auditing, or directly related experience or
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Ability to work in a highly confidential environment, receiving clients and dealing with public and media inquiries.
• Ability to work cooperatively with supervisory and professional personnel in the coordination or delivery of services.
• Ability to make sound decisions and carry out programs affecting one's own work and the work of others in a changing work environment.
• Ability to research programs and aid in the development policies as it relates to media response.
• Good communication skills: ability to exercise diplomacy, gather information from others and make inquiries; ability to convey information and explain or discuss office policy and procedure with others in person or by telephone.
• Good attention to detail; ability to proof, verify and edit complex data, transcribe, and cross reference data from personal computer and documents. Ability to follow-up in a thorough and timely manner relative to unresolved business.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and techniques of office practices and procedures. Accurate judgment in making decisions, reorganizing established precedents and in meeting new problems.

Nice To Haves

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing or Business Administration.
• Six (6) or more years in accounting, finance, or auditing.
• Four (4) years of prior supervisory or managerial work experience.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct to ensure efficient performance of financial planning and analysis processes.
• Supervise staff on various financial aspects of the budget.
• Develop and manage the capital, operational, and grant budgets for the Bureau/Department.
• Direct the financial aspects of budgeting, payroll, purchases, contracts, inventories, and all other related financial transactions.
• Formulate and coordinate policies and procedures affecting financial control and management. Develop revenue, expenditure, cost accounting, and statistical reports.
• Advise Bureaus/Departments in the design of specific plans of action and timelines to ensure financial programs are managed within time available, while all goals/contractual obligations are met or exceeded.
• Coordinate extensively with senior leadership in the annual budget formation each fiscal year. Analyze the annual budget requests and prepare preliminary budgets.
• Oversee the installation, use, and application of financial program software and systems.
• Monitor achievement of program objectives, budget expenditures, and program compliance.
• Perform other general administrative duties such as acting as a liaison to other departments, as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Top Tier Medical Benefits: Medical Plans, Prescription Drug Benefit, Dental Plans, Vision Plan and 9 Additional voluntary benefit plans
• Flexible Teleworking Options
• Generous, Flexible Paid Time Off (13 paid designated holidays; Minimum of 15 vacation days annually; and Paid sick leave)
• Pension Plan
• Financial Support Programs and Resources: Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts - Dependent Day Care, Commuter Benefits, Discounted Parking, PSLF Eligibility, Deferred Compensation and Education Tuition Stipend
• Health/Wellness Perks: Flexible Spending Accounts-Health Care, Employee Assistance Program and MyHealth Connections wellness program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees