Financial Manager I, Austin Animal Services

City of Austin•Austin, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

JOIN THE CITY OF AUSTIN TEAM At the City of Austin, we are more than just an employer—we are a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation's most dynamic and innovative cities. As we strive to fulfill our commitment as public servants, it is important that we ground our efforts in a set of guiding principles – Empathy, Ethics, Excellence, Engagement, and Equity – anchors in delivering services that significantly impact the lives of Austinites. Joining the City of Austin means embarking on a purposeful career, contributing to the community, and being part of a forward-thinking organization that values every employee. What Makes the City of Austin Special? Make a Difference: Join a team driving meaningful change in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation. Value and Innovation : Work in an environment where employees are valued and innovation thrives. Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits. Retirement Security: Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System. Sustainable Transportation Options: Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure. Focus on Wellness: Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support. Career Growth: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities. Modern Workspaces: Work in innovative and sustainable environments that foster collaboration and inspiration. By joining us, you become part of a community that values its people and is committed to making Austin the most thriving and resilient city in the country. The position reports to the Chief Administrative Officer and is responsible for the full spectrum of financial management for Animal Services’ general fund and donation fund budgets. Key duties include developing, implementing, and monitoring the department’s budget; pursuing alternative funding sources such as grants; overseeing departmental contracting activities; and supervising staff responsible for payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable duties. Job Description: Purpose: Under minimal direction, responsible for management and operations of organization's financial activities and staff for a small enterprise or function with limited span of control. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities: Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Properly accounts for and safe-guards the City's cash and other assets for small scale enterprises or functions within a department. Manages finance functions by managing a subset of the following areas: accounting, budgeting, purchasing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, revenue, CIP, grants, fixed assets, inventory, and payroll functions. May provide oversight for non-financial areas. Guides financial decisions of the organization by preparing financial information for presentation and consideration by management. May manage or assist in the development of the budget for the organization, perform budget analysis, provide guidance and recommendations to management, monitor the budget by reviewing current year estimates and budget variance reports, and review historical and forecast budget information. Provides feedback and analysis of organization performance measures, goals, and objectives by compiling relevant financial, business, service and operational information, identifying and evaluating trends, and recommending corrective actions. Reviews financial and budget reports and performs financial analyses by managing compilation of appropriate information. Prepares, reviews, and evaluates financial and accounting documents, reports, and statements and ensures that financial transactions are recorded promptly and properly. Ensure financial staff are appropriately trained on the City’s systems of record and on citywide policies and procedures.

Requirements

Graduation with a Bachelors' from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in a field related to Finance, Accounting, or Economics plus four (4) years of experience in a finance related field, one (1) year of which includes lead or supervisory experience.
Additionally, experience must include one year of accounting.
Up to twelve (12) hours of accounting coursework may substitute for accounting experience.
A Master's in Finance, Accounting, or Business related field or a CPA certification may substitute for two (2) years of experience requirement.
Knowledge of the processes and theories used for public budgetary and financial policies
Knowledge of accounting concepts, principals and practices
Knowledge of financial reporting and internal control systems
Knowledge of preferred business practices
Knowledge of financial and budget systems and reporting
Knowledge of leadership/supervisory/management best practices
Skill in designing and maintaining complex spreadsheet and database models
Skill in development of presentations
Skill in effective oral and written communications
Skill in analyzing and interpreting complex financial records
Skill in determining need and compiling, analyzing and presenting financial information and data for management and Council use
Ability to resolve problems or situations that require the exercising of good judgement
Ability to prepare complex and accurate financial reports
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public

Nice To Haves

Experience leading comprehensive budget development, monitoring, and financial forecasting in a governmental or similarly complex organization.
Demonstrated success securing and managing grants or alternative funding sources, including compliance and reporting.
Experience overseeing contracting and procurement activities, preferably within a municipal or public-sector environment.
Proficiency with financial management systems, accounting software, and data analysis tools used for budgeting and reporting.

Responsibilities

Properly accounts for and safe-guards the City's cash and other assets for small scale enterprises or functions within a department.
Manages finance functions by managing a subset of the following areas: accounting, budgeting, purchasing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, revenue, CIP, grants, fixed assets, inventory, and payroll functions.
May provide oversight for non-financial areas.
Guides financial decisions of the organization by preparing financial information for presentation and consideration by management.
May manage or assist in the development of the budget for the organization, perform budget analysis, provide guidance and recommendations to management, monitor the budget by reviewing current year estimates and budget variance reports, and review historical and forecast budget information.
Provides feedback and analysis of organization performance measures, goals, and objectives by compiling relevant financial, business, service and operational information, identifying and evaluating trends, and recommending corrective actions.
Reviews financial and budget reports and performs financial analyses by managing compilation of appropriate information.
Prepares, reviews, and evaluates financial and accounting documents, reports, and statements and ensures that financial transactions are recorded promptly and properly.
Ensure financial staff are appropriately trained on the City’s systems of record and on citywide policies and procedures.
Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.

Benefits

Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits.
Retirement Security: Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System.
Sustainable Transportation Options: Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure.
Focus on Wellness: Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support.
Career Growth: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.
Modern Workspaces: Work in innovative and sustainable environments that foster collaboration and inspiration.

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