Principal Program Manager - Finance

Full Job Description

***This is position is ONLY accepting internal applicants at this time***

Position is responsible for assisting the CFO/COO in managing activities related to planning, establishing, and controlling the Department's annual budget, as well as all financial and related systems and procedures.

The position plays a role in shaping policies, streamlining processes, interdepartmental training, and other areas of necessity that impact the central service functions for the department.

The Principal Program Manager-Finance must maintain a strong foundation in DMD's programmatic functions to properly assist in the administrative implementation of those programs.

Incumbents in this role must always maintain professionalism and confidentiality, as well as the ability to build relationships. This position reports to the CFO/COO.

Agency Summary

The purpose and mission of the Department of Metropolitan Development works to shape the city’s identity by strengthening all people and places, building upon our history, and fostering visionary development.

The DMD agency envisions the city as a growing, vibrant, equitable, and beautiful city where people and businesses thrive in an inclusive and innovative community.

The agency is able to do this by cultivating a productive, collaborative, and compliant work environment in order for our workforce to meet the needs of the residents of Indianapolis and Marion County.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Indianapolis Marion County is an equal opportunity employer.

All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

We value diversity in perspectives and experiences among colleagues and the residents of this city of whom we serve.

Requirements

• Assists the CFO/COO in organizing the annual budget planning process.
• Assists the CFO/COO in organizing the annual audit reporting process.
• Compiles and analyzes data; prepares reports for submission to the CFO/COO
• Generates monthly financial reports.
• Assists the CFO/COO in overseeing the development of systems supporting the department's financial processes including system design, specifications, testing, and implementation. This includes various spreadsheets & databases.
• Engages in the typical responsibilities of a manager requiring planning, evaluating, organizing, integrating, and controlling.
• Maintains supervisory responsibility involving staffing, conducting performance appraisals, training and developing team members, terminations, disciplinary actions, etc.
• Acts as proxy for the CFO/COO including attending meetings and other situations which require financial representation.
• Generates various comparative and trend analysis reports as requested by the CFO/COO.
• This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.

Qualifications

Minimum Job Requirements and Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance or related field preferred and a minimum of three (3) years of prior related experience in financial positions with progressive responsibilities required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Two (2) or more years of experience in a financial related position with the City of Indianapolis-Marion County may substitute towards the required qualifications listed.

Comprehensive knowledge of accounting standards and procedures relative to all areas assigned. Ability to analyze, project, and utilize spreadsheet(s), database(s), and other software is required.

Ability to coordinate multiple projects and meet various deadlines is a must. Ability to communicate effectively in both forms – oral and written.

Preferred Job Requirements and Qualifications

Knowledge of governmental accounting & budgetary procedures preferred.