Business Officer

Salary Range:  $57,125 - $91,971

Purpose of Classification: 

The purpose of this classification is to monitor the performance of and to analyze and review highly complex budget and fiscal operations and specialized procurement issues.   

Essential Functions:  

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. 

Develops and documents fiscal policies and procedures; reviews efficiency and effectiveness of financial operations, methods, processes, and procedures; and implements needed improvements. 

Oversees the maintenance of numerous fund/subfund accounts; reviews long range revenue and expenditures estimates to ensure availability of funds; analyzes general ledger accounts for accuracy and appropriateness of transactions; reviews cash receipts and deposits, as well as journal, for accuracy; and prepares and submits related reports as required. 

Develops and prepares or oversees the development and preparation of large agency budget; reviews existing plans; assists in integrating such plans into operating budget; reviews agency operating budget requests; makes recommendations regarding funding levels; analyzes and estimates revenue and expense trends; identifies and recommends alternatives; assists in drafting budget documents; and presents recommendations. 

Reviews and analyzes specialized procurement issues; procures variety of goods and services in accordance with established purchasing and contracting policies and procedures; prepares terms, conditions and specifications; coordinates Invitations to Bid and Requests for Proposals for recurring, complex, or unique procurement/contracting actions; participates in pre-bid conferences; and prepares for and participates in complex contract negotiations to include license agreements, warranty, lease/purchase agreements. 

Performs contract administration functions; monitors the execution of contracts to ensure that all contract provisions are met; and participates in negotiations and/or major contract changes with contractors prior to final approval by the Purchasing and Contracting Department. 

Prepares BOC and agenda documents in coordination with the Purchasing & Contracting Department. 

 Minimum Qualifications: 

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Computer Science, or a related field; three years of experience in budget and financial management, purchasing or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. 

Specific License or Certification Required:  Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.