What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Management and Budgets position at City of Norwalk, CT?
Description of Work
Position Definition: Supports the Director of Management and Budgets in the development, implementation, management and monitoring of the City Operating and Capital.
General Duties:Receives oral or written directions from the Director of Management and Budgets and, at times, from the Chief Financial Officer.Plans and prioritizes work according to fiscal year schedule.Receives, processes, and analyzes budgetary data from departments.Participates in preliminary budget meetings with departments.Attends budget meetings andpublic hearings.Analyzes and models financial data, revenue projections, and expenditure trends.Prepares revenuesand expenditure projections and schedules.Assists in preparation of capital plan documents and analysis. Supervises and participates in the design and development of the approved budget documents.Reviews and makes recommendations on special appropriation and transfer of funds requests for presentation to the Board of Estimate and Taxation.Provides administrative support to external auditors.Assists in preparation of board/commission agenda items and backup documents. Creates budget presentation documents, including slide shows. Completes special projects as assigned.Preparesstatistical and narrative reports of some complexity.Reports work accomplished to the Director.
Additional Duties:Assumes responsibility for unit in the temporary absence of the Director.Participates in the near-term and long-range financial and economic planning for the City. Conducts program assessments for budgetary purposes.Conducts studies, collects and analyzes data as required.Develops multi-year financial forecasts.Participates in the regular review and updating of data collection procedures, including the development of automation systems improvements.
Supervised By:Receives general supervision from the Director of Management and Budgets and, at times, the Chief Financial OfficerRequired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Qualifications Profile: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills required. Experience in capital planning and a basic understanding of concepts related to debt management. Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and auditing standards is preferred. Thorough knowledge of municipal financial operations, budgeting principles, procedures, and reporting requirements. Familiarity with ERP systems is required; MUNIS is a plus. Ability to work effectively with department heads, employees, and elected officials of the City.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, Finance, Public Administration, or some closely related field.
- Master's degree in business administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field may be substituted for one year of work experience.
- Three years' experience in municipal budget administration.
- Minimum of 5 years of Microsoft (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access) experience.
Special Licenses/Certifications AND/OR Supplemental Information
License or Certificate: Not applicable.
Note: The above tasks and responsibilities are illustrative only. The description does not include every task or responsibility.
This position is a Grade 7.
The City of Norwalk is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employeer
