Budget Manager

About the role

The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing the budget and five-year capital improvement plan, performing budget management and analysis, and assisting with grant reporting and performance measurement.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes budget submissions, as well as revenue and expenditure trends, and prepares revenue and expenditure projections for current and future year budgets.
• Makes sure revenues and expenditures are in compliance with budgetary rules and makes necessary adjustments.
• Presents an annual budget document and Capital Improvement Program eligible for the GFOA Budget Award.
• Evaluates cost allocation plans and recommends adjustments.
• Reviews budget policies and procedures and recommends improvements.
• Participates in performance measures and budgeting for outcomes.
• Ensures compliance with applicable state statutes, including Truth in Millage.
• Establishes budget timeline that includes processes, forms, meetings, workshops, and delivery.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty or responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities; education and experience; and certificates or licenses required in order to fill the position.

• Knowledge of generally accepted governmental accounting and budget principles and practices.
• Knowledge of rules promulgated by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB).
• Knowledge of computerized accounting, budgeting and financial management systems.
• Knowledge of electronic spreadsheets and other computerized financial reporting tools, including the ability to design and maintain spreadsheets.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and present financial information.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing on individual and group levels.
• Ability to publicly present budget information and respond to questions from elected officials and management.
• Ability to work independently and plan work assignments for staff.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with directors, employees, and other agencies.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, financial management or a related field.
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in finance or accounting is preferred.
• Five (5) years’ experience in public-sector accounting and finance, two of which with city or county government.
• Three (3) years of experience in a supervisory capacity.
• Experience in budgeting, financial trend analysis, and forecasting is desired.

Skills

• Knowledge of generally accepted governmental accounting and budget principles and practices.
• Knowledge of rules promulgated by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB).
• Knowledge of computerized accounting, budgeting and financial management systems.
• Knowledge of electronic spreadsheets and other computerized financial reporting tools, including the ability to design and maintain spreadsheets.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and present financial information.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing on individual and group levels.
• Ability to publicly present budget information and respond to questions from elected officials and management.
• Ability to work independently and plan work assignments for staff.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with directors, employees, and other agencies.

Benefits

The City of Plant City offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Vacation Leave
• Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Group Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Deferred Compensation 457(b) traditional and 457(b) Roth

Pay

Salary range: $80,000 - $100,000 annually.

Schedule

Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.