Senior Fiscal Administrator

Bernalillo County•Albuquerque, NM

1d•$78,582 - $124,093•Onsite

About The Position

The Fiscal Administrator Senior is responsible for administering a comprehensive financial program for a major department or functional area within Bernalillo County. This position provides leadership in planning, developing, and implementing fiscal policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and accounting standards. The role oversees budgeting, financial reporting, procurement, and internal controls, while managing staff and resources to achieve operational efficiency and fiscal accountability. The Fiscal Administrator Senior administers a comprehensive financial program at the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC). Plan, develop, and administer financial oversight of the organization. Develop and implement budgeting and fiscal policies. Evaluate and report fiscal oversight and establish internal financial systems. Employee supervision includes hire selection, training oversight, performance assessment, coaching, disciplinary, and termination actions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Financial Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
Nine (9) years of related work experience in a progressively responsible accounting/financial role.
Two (2) years in a managerial role.
Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered for the above requirements.
Successful completion of a post-offer employment medical examination.
Adherence to all County safety guidelines.
Complete all FEMA training(s) assigned to this position.
Possession of a valid New Mexico driver’s license by the date of hire and maintenance of a valid license while employed in this position.
Complete required supervisor training, if applicable.

Responsibilities

Manage, plan, develop, and implement the department's fiscal policies, including budgeting, compliance monitoring, procurement, and auditing of internal and external activities.
Manage the General Fund, grants, and capital outlay.
Prepare monthly financial statements and reconcile bank and fund accounts, including management of inmate accounts.
Prepare and monitor capital and operating budgets; oversee reconciliation of ledgers and cash controls; compile statistics and maintain records.
Review and submit disbursement documents, inventory and supply ledgers, and purchase requisitions to the department director.
Analyze accounting procedures and recommend revisions to improve operational efficiency.
Review and approve obligations and expenditures to maintain budgetary control.
Oversee preparation of GASB- and GAAP-compliant financial reports.
Establish appropriate service and staffing levels; evaluate service delivery methods and allocate resources accordingly.
Supervise and evaluate division staff performance and workflow.
Provide technical expertise by reviewing fiscal impacts of MDC commission agenda items.
Assist the department director; serve on boards, committees, and prepare reports and correspondence.