Fiscal Program Manager

City of San Diego

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Deputy Director of Fiscal Services, the Program Manager provides managerial-level coordination and oversight of the fiscal operations of the Department. This position will lead the Operating Budget and Fiscal Support section of the Fiscal Division and is responsible for the development and administration of the annual operating budget, multi-year financial forecasting and analysis, budget monitoring and projections, and preparation of cost estimates and scenarios for budget and operational decision-making, including the analysis of complex payroll data. The position also manages professional and clerical support staff; oversees core fiscal functions, including billing, accounts payable, procurement card administration, and petty cash, as well as organizational management system changes; develops and implements department-wide internal controls; represents the Department at City Council and Committee meetings; establishes section goals and priorities within the Fiscal Division; and administers departmental policies while ensuring adherence to City policy and regulations.

Requirements

Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in finance, business administration, economics, or closely related field.
Three (3) years of progressively responsible relevant experience.
Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates these qualifications may be qualifying.

Nice To Haves

A Master’s Degree is highly desirable.
Municipal government experience is highly desired.
Experience in developing and monitoring operating and/or capital budgets.
Knowledge and experience working in Enterprise Resource Planning/SAP systems.
Strong analytical abilities and project coordination skills.
Ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment while meeting established deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with various audiences, including outside agencies and other City departments.
Proven ability to supervise and manage professional and clerical staff.
Excellent problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Lead the Operating Budget and Fiscal Support section of the Fiscal Division.
Develop and administer the annual operating budget.
Perform multi-year financial forecasting and analysis.
Monitor and project budgets.
Prepare cost estimates and scenarios for budget and operational decision-making.
Analyze complex payroll data.
Manage professional and clerical support staff.
Oversee core fiscal functions, including billing, accounts payable, procurement card administration, and petty cash.
Manage organizational management system changes.
Develop and implement department-wide internal controls.
Represent the Department at City Council and Committee meetings.
Establish section goals and priorities within the Fiscal Division.
Administer departmental policies while ensuring adherence to City policy and regulations.

Benefits

Defined retirement plan, including pension reciprocity, dependent on an employee’s eligibility status (new hire, rehire, etc.).
A wide variety of cafeteria-style health and wellness plans or in-lieu cash waiver.
11 paid City holidays per calendar year and 1 floating holiday per fiscal year.
Approximately 176 hours of paid annual leave for an employee’s first 15 years of service, and approximately 216 hours for 16+ years of service.
Up to 24 hours of paid discretionary leave per fiscal year.
Up to 320 hours of paid Parental Leave per childbirth or placement of a child.
Up to 40 hours of paid Bereavement Leave per fiscal year.
Tuition reimbursement up to $2,000 per fiscal year, and complimentary LinkedIn Learning professional development opportunities.
Free transit pass (including MTS Trolley, MTS Bus, and all Rapid and Rapid Express bus services).
Access to premier City golf courses at a discounted rate.
Reduced-rate fitness center memberships.
City-paid life insurance.