Multnomah County - Portland, OR
posted 4 months ago
The Budget & Finance Manager position at Multnomah County is a pivotal role within the Department of County Management (DCM), responsible for directing, managing, coordinating, and evaluating the financial and business services support functions. This includes overseeing accounts receivable (AR), accounts payable (AP), contracts, and budget preparation. As a member of the senior management team, the Budget & Finance Manager will participate in the development and implementation of department policies, strategic plans, continuity of operations, and emergency management plans. The role also involves employee training and development plans, as well as ensuring compliance with external audit reporting requirements and internal controls. The successful candidate will manage the DCM Business Services Program, which encompasses planning, program development, policy formation, oversight, evaluation, implementation, and management of business services functions. This includes developing and implementing goals, objectives, and priorities, as well as organizing and coordinating the delivery of services. The manager will assign, supervise, and evaluate the work of professional finance and administrative staff, providing mentoring, coaching, and employee development. Additionally, the role involves participating in recruitment, maintaining job descriptions, and making staffing assignments. In terms of financial management, the Budget & Finance Manager will direct and oversee the financial functions and services provided by DCM Business Services, including budgeting, accounts payable and receivable, travel and training, grant accounting, auditing, and financial reporting. The manager will also be responsible for the development and maintenance of the DCM Departmental Budget, which totals $265 million and supports 312 employees. This includes managing position control, budget amendments, and modifications for position reclassifications and internal reorganizations. The position also requires the preparation of the annual County Assessment Function Funding Account (CAFFA) Grant Application and associated accounting, financial, and grant reporting documents. The manager will develop, implement, and monitor internal financial controls in compliance with audit standards and county financial policies, as well as direct and manage financial audits, reconciliations, and analysis to ensure compliance with financial and budget policies and procedures. The role includes preparing GASB 54 fund analysis documents and managing the annual audit and financial report of Tax Foreclosed Property Program revenues and expenditures. Furthermore, the Budget & Finance Manager will direct procurement and contracts activities on behalf of DCM Divisions and operating programs, participate in the development, evaluation, and selection process for procurements and contracts, and serve as a liaison with DCM Programs to facilitate procurement and contracts activities. The manager will also provide complex management assistance and support for DCM Leadership, attend meetings related to budget, finance, purchasing, and strategic initiatives, and prepare and compile complex information and financial reports.