Senior Manager - Budget & Fiscal Planning (Finance)

Position Summary 

Responsible for the review, analysis, and evaluation of financial processes and systems including development and implementation of new processes. Direct the general planning, development, and implementation of the annual Operating Budget, CIP Budget and Position Control Budget.Subject matter expert for the Budget Software (EUNA/TeamBudget) coordinating all upgrades and added specifications. 

Pay Grade: 56 

Salary Commensurate with Experience and Education 

Minimum Qualifications

• Five to Seven (5-7) years of experience in an accounting or financial professional administrative/managerial capacity; AND 

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, public or business administration or other closely related field; OR 

• An equivalent combination of related education and experience. 

• MBA or Certified Public Accountant Certificate is preferred. 

• PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED. 

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Oversees the design and presentation of Operating, Position Control, and Capital budgets, aligning with the Administration, Commission, and GFOA criteria.  

• Develops the annual budget plan in coordination with the Budget Director and Director of Administration and Finance, and coordinates preparation by interacting with elected officials and department heads.  

• Maintains cash flow analysis and projections, ensuring compliance and recommending solutions for any issues.  

• Creates analytical tools for forecasting, benchmarking, and reporting for use by the Budget Director and CFO, while evaluating and improving budget operations processes.  

• Updates financial models with current data and collaborates with HR on compensation calculations and their budgetary impact.  

• Suggests strategies to meet long-term objectives and identifies areas for financial technology improvements. 

• Performs other related duties as required or directed. 

KSAs

• Ability to prepare and monitor Position Control, Operating, and Capital Expenditure budgets, along with relevant financial analyses.  

• Knowledge of management techniques to direct others effectively.  

• Skill in developing realistic timelines and adjusting schedules to meet objectives.  

• Proficiency in computer applications and database management systems.  

• Ability to interpret County policies, the County Charter, and Tennessee law.  

• Understanding of GAAP, GASB standards, and Government Finance Officers Association principles.   

• Effective communication skills for engaging with all levels of County employees, including managers and elected officials. 
   

Special Requirements

• Must possess a valid Tennessee driver’s license or secure one upon date of 

• employment. 

• Must have daily access to an operable automobile and meet county requirements for automobile insurance upon date of employment. 

• Must be able to travel locally. 

• May be required to work long hours and weekends. 

Disclaimer

This position is subject to a background check for any convictions that have a substantial relationship to potential job duties. Only convictions that are substantially related to potential job duties will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate. 

Shelby County Resident Disclaimer

All employees hired after September 1, 1986, must be residents of Shelby County and shall continue to reside in the County as a condition of their employment.  The residency requirement shall not apply to certain public safety/civil service employees.  This means exemption from this policy is in effect for the following departments and positions: (1) Sheriff Deputy Patrol Officers, Deputy Jailers and Dispatchers, employed by the Sheriff Department, (2) Correction Officers employed by the Division of Corrections, (3) Firefighters, Paramedics and Dispatchers employed by the Shelby County Fire Department.  The residency exemption for public safety/civil service employees does not include Appointed positions with Sheriff’s Office, Division of Corrections or the Fire Department.