Fiscal Administrator I

City and County of Denver • Denver, CO

1d • $80,217 - $132,358 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Finance (DOF) is responsible for the fiscal health of the City. The DOF leads fiscal analysis and guidance, budgeting, accounting functions, enforcement of fiscal policies, practices and procedures for the entire City and County of Denver. The DOF fulfills the state statutory responsibilities for tax assessment and collection. DOF also manages the City’s debt portfolio and investment portfolio. The DOF commits to delivering these services through a financial structure that reflects the best practices of both the public and private sectors. This commitment promotes better service, enhanced performance measures, maximum accountability, and improved business processes. The Controller’s Office ensures the integrity of the City’s financial statements and maintains sound internal controls. The Controller’s Office is responsible for citywide payroll, accounts payable, general accounting, financial reporting, and fiscal rules and policies. The Accounting Services team provides financial management services to 18 other city departments and agencies. The Department of Finance is currently seeking a top-notch, highly dedicated Fiscal Administrator to serve in our Financial Services Division within the Controller’s Office. As the Fiscal Administrator, you will be challenged to provide financial management services to multiple City agencies. The work will be fluid, dynamic, and require the highest level of customer service to our internal clients. The Financial Services Division values innovative individuals with a strong commitment toward public service. We are looking for candidates who possess exceptional leadership abilities, effective knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and the ability to interpret and apply fiscal policies to agency operations. In this position, you will manage a team of two to three professional and nonprofessional financial staff providing accounting, budget, and financial management support to multiple City agencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Three (3) years of full performance, professional level experience overseeing and administering functional or operational aspects of fiscal business operations.
• One (1) year of the appropriate type and level of experience may be substituted for each required year of post-high school education.
• Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements.
• Resume

Nice To Haves

• Exemplary leadership skills and passion to work and coach people
• Flexibility and are adaptable to changing conditions and priorities/deadlines
• Dedication to serve the public and excellent customer service skills
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal
• MS Office skills, Workday
• Thrives in a collaborative, dynamic team environment

Responsibilities

• Manage specific fiscal activities and projects within accounting, budgeting, or finance.
• Participate in the development of short-term and long-range planning initiatives and serve as a liaison with other departmental officials, community groups, and other units.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures that impact business operations and administrative activities at the division level, provide advice and interpretative information pertaining to current practices, evaluate business processes and impacts of change, and make recommendations for modifications.
• Assist with the review of financial, cost or general ledger data to identify accounting data problems, errors in coding or trends in revenues/expenditures and assist in the implementation of corrective action.
• Perform accounting functions for grants, including setups, drawdowns, financial monitoring and reporting.
• Conduct studies and research projects within the scope of the functional area, prepare comprehensive reports that reflect findings and conclusions, and recommend solutions in areas that require attention or change and implement approved recommendations.
• Evaluate the overall effectiveness of the team, ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies, and assist in establishing processes and controls to ensure compliance.
• Lead the team through coaching, prioritizing agency goals, strong cohesive team performance, and commitment to shared values.
• Assist as needed with agency project deadlines and reports with a team-based approach.

Benefits

• A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
• 457B Retirement Plan
• 140 hours of PTO earned within first year
• 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day, and 1 volunteer day per year
• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date
• flexible spending account option specifically for parking
• City-sponsored RTD EcoPass

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level