What are the responsibilities and job description for the Agency Business Manager position at Guilford County Government?
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Description
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
Performs administrative and managerial work in the business office for the Planning Department human services agency for Guilford County.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
An employee in this class has a responsibility for the organization and supervision of fiscal and budgetary operations, purchasing, office services and other general fiscal support functions in the agency. Work involves heavy coordination with county budget and fiscal offices and serving as liaison between managers and the central function in regard to financial and budget matters. Work requires accounting knowledge, managerial skills, and a comprehensive knowledge of County fiscal practices and procedures. Work is supervised by the Director or Assistant Director and is reviewed through conferences, review of financial records and reports, and by any internal or external financial audit.
Examples of Duties
- Coordinates with managers the formulation, development, and presentation of the budget to County officials; consults with County officials on budgetary issues and matters; assists agency management with presentation of budget to County Commissioners.
- Supervises subordinate professional, technical, and support personnel in the business office; recruits, trains, monitors, and evaluates work.
- Analyzes fiscal and budgetary resources during the fiscal year and works with managers in maintaining or transferring funds between budget codes and line items.
- Administers fiscal policies and procedures required by federal, state or county requirements.
- Directs or participants in the development and evaluation of financial control procedures.
- Establishes and implements accounting policies, practices, and procedures to ensure accurate and consistent financial and accounting records and data.
- Serves as liaison with independent public accountants, private contract agencies, county department and regional and state fiscal officers.
- Initiates and directs cost and expenditure studies, analysis of records, and possible use of other systems.
- Perform related duties as required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of public and business administration.
- Considerable knowledge of accounting practices and procedures.
- Ability to plan, organize, supervise, and monitor the work of subordinate personnel.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, county and state officials, clients and the general public.
- Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form.
Typical Qualifications
Master's degree in business administration, Public Administration or Accounting and three years of professional level fiscal experience in the planning and management of a business or governmental program
OR
Four year degree in business administration or accounting and five years of professional level fiscal experience.
OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.
Preferred Qualification
CPA.
Transcript Required
Copy of transcripts must be submitted with online application. Official college transcripts required at time of hire. Please send transcripts to:
Guilford County/HR c/o
Albert Parks III, 201 South Greene St, Greensboro, NC 27401 or attach a copy to your online application.
Supplemental Information
Physical Demands
Work is sedentary. Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying of light items such as papers, books, small parts, driving an automobile, or use of a PCs or other VDTs to accomplish work objectives. No specific physical demands required. Mental demands and normal stress regarding achieving work deadlines are present
Working Conditions
1. Environment: Work environment involves normal, everyday discomforts or unpleasantness. Work area has adequate light, heat, and ventilation; environment is organized and stable.
2. Hazards: Work presents no significant hazards to employees
May Require Driving
This position may require driving for this position whether driving a County owned or personal vehicle to conduct county business such as but not limited to attending conferences, meetings, or any other county related functions. Motor Vehicle Reports may be verified for valid driver's license and that the driving record is compatible with the county's driving criteria.
If a personal vehicle is operated for county business proper insurance is maintained as per Guilford County's vehicle use policy.
Special Note
This generic class description gives an overview of the job class, its essential job functions and recommended job requirements. However, for each individual position assigned to this class, there is available a completed job description with physical abilities checklist which can be reviewed before initiating a selection process.
They can provide additional detailed information on which to base various personnel actions and can assist management in making legal and defensible personnel decisions.
Guilford County is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to employees and applicants for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation or political affiliation. The County is committed to complying with all applicable federal, state and local laws that pertain to employment, and to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination of any kind. If you need an auxiliary aide, make the request forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the time the accommodation is needed by calling 336-641-3324.
We are excited about the opportunity of having you as a prospective new employee!
You probably already know our county is a wonderful county to live in, but did you know it is also a wonderful place to work?
Below are a few of the reasons why we love working for Guilford County.
We offer Health Insurance (UnitedHealthCare) to all benefitted employees working a minimum of 20 hours per week. The shared cost of the premium is based on scheduled/budgeted hours. If you are a full-time employee working 40 hours a week you can expect to pay less than $35 a month for medical coverage, dental coverage for $4 a month and vision coverage for $5 a month. That's less than $45 a month for medical, dental & vision coverage; that's unheard of.
Telehealth UHC Virtual Visits are available to you with no copay or out of pocket expense.
We are excited to inform you Guilford County has an Employee Wellness Center (24/7 access) with strength training equipment, cardio machines and a group exercise room with virtual or in person coaching from our Wellness Specialist!
Employee Assistance Program, 100% funded by the county. A superb benefit for you and your family absolutely free. Confidential help with personal or work-related issues.
13 paid holidays, 12 sick days, and 12 vacation days a year. That's 37 paid days a year, totaling almost 2 months of paid time off.
Employer contributes 5% into your 401(k) - no match required.
Enrollment in the State Retirement Plan by contributing 6%.
Longevity pay beginning at five years of service.
We provide a $10,000 Life and AD&D benefit to eligible employees.
Flexible spending accounts (FSA) allow you to set aside tax-free dollars for health care and dependent care.
Voluntary Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.
Salary : $4 - $45
