Revenue and Reconciliation Manager

Position Summary

Hello, we’re Metro! Metro is dedicated to shaping a better future for the greater Portland region. The work the people of Metro do every day benefits the lives of the people who live here, today, and tomorrow.

The Waste Prevention and Environmental Services department (WPES) is seeking a strong, human-centered leader who values transparency and adaptability to join us as our Revenue and Reconciliation Manager.

In this role, you will lead a team of three skilled analysts responsible for reviewing and reconciling invoices related to Metro’s major solid waste contracts and the solid waste information that private facilities report to Metro. The person in this position will play a crucial role in monitoring regulatory compliance and protecting public resources by verifying the accuracy of solid waste and financial transaction data that Metro uses for contract payments, policy evaluation, fee and tax assessment, and other critical functions. This position reports to the Policy and Compliance Program Director.

Metro’s Waste Prevention and Environmental Services department plans and oversees the region's garbage and recycling system – working with local communities, government and industry partners to protect the environment, conserve resources, and ensure that our garbage and recycling system works for everyone. WPES is committed to leading with equity in everything we do. We are guided by the 2030 Regional Waste Plan, which is focused on advancing racial equity, reducing the environmental and health impacts of products, maintaining and improving our garbage and recycling system, and rectifying the historic and ongoing inequities of that system on communities of color and others in our region.

This position is ideal for a self-aware, team-oriented leader dedicated to advancing equity and public trust. If you excel at building teams, fostering collaboration, analyzing complex information, and finding innovative solutions, this role is for you.

As the Revenue and Reconciliation Manager, you will

• Lead a team to effectively review and reconcile invoices related to Metro’s major solid waste contracts and the solid waste information reported to Metro by private facilities.
• Oversee, assign, and coordinate the work of the team to ensure that private facilities comply with Metro’s record keeping and reporting requirements, pay requisite fees and taxes and ensure that Metro makes accurate and timely payments for transfer station operations, transport, landfill and fuel contracts.
• Promote respect for diversity, equity, and inclusion as a key organizational value through leadership and decision-making processes.
• Direct and supervise technical and professional staff in their daily work, providing coaching and helping staff grow professionally.
• Research and recommend new procedures and technologies to improve workflows.
• Liaise and strategize with other Metro teams on related work.
• Develop policy and strategic recommendations for the department to improve programs, services, operations, compliance and oversight of the garbage and recycling system.
• Act as a liaison between Metro staff, contractors, and the public to gather and provide contract information.
• Review and evaluate solid waste data and contract information, prepare reports, and present issues, findings, and recommendations to department leadership.
• Promote effective data governance and data quality assurance procedures.

Attributes for success

• Strong leadership skills and experience building effective teams.
• Strategic leadership and effective management in political environments.
• Ability to effectively plan, develop, and achieve team goals and objectives.
• Experience performing data analysis and sharing findings.
• Skill in building and maintaining effective relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge and experience with record keeping and reporting requirements for waste systems or a similar field.
• Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles, practices, and techniques.
• Experience investigating, auditing, and reviewing records to verify information.
• Ability to perform due diligence on solid waste data to determine fee and tax liability, identify reporting irregularities, and reconcile discrepancies.
• Keen attention to detail, strong observation skills to ensure thorough and accurate work.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

At Metro, we strive to cultivate diversity, advance equity, and practice inclusion in all of its work. This means attracting and empowering a workforce that is inclusive of a broad range of human qualities. Workplace diversity is both a moral imperative and a business strength, essential to providing quality support and services to our region. Metro’s goal is to hire, develop and retain highly skilled and talented individuals across all departments and programs who best reflect the diversity of our community.

Learn more about Metro’s Diversity Action Plan

TO QUALIFY

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific in your application materials on how your background is relevant.

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field, and
• Three (3) years leading or supervising people, and
• Two (2) years project management experience in the area of responsibility, or
• Any combination of education, professional, volunteer and lived experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the classification duties and responsibilities.

Working Conditions

This position requires the ability to perform those activities necessary to complete the essential functions of the job, either with or without reasonable accommodation. Duties are primarily performed in an office environment, while sitting at a desk or computer terminal.

Schedule

The regular schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, with the possibility of infrequent weekend or evening work. This position must report to work in person at the Metro Regional Center two days each week, including every Tuesday, with additional days as needed. This position is also required to attend all staff meetings and other team gatherings in person.

If this statement is true for you, then you may be ineligible to apply

If you were terminated for cause during any employment with Metro, or resigned in lieu of termination, you may be ineligible for rehire for a minimum of 3 years.

Hybrid Telework

At this time, this position is designated as “hybrid telework.” You will have the option to work away from the office, although there may be times that coming into the office will be required. The manager will work with you to identify a schedule that balances the operational needs of the department and your needs. Employees must reside in Oregon or Washington to work at Metro

Like to have qualifications

You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider them when identifying the most qualified candidates. Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience, including the military, or life experience that are relevant for this position.

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credential
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) credential
• Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning software systems like PeopleSoft, WeighMaster, Strong, SWIS eFile and other similar applications
• Familiarity with the regional solid waste system operations, recordkeeping, and management practices
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and SQL database skills highly preferred, including advanced functions and data manipulation (e.g., macros, pivot tables, complex formulas, and queries).

SCREENING AND EVALUATION

The application packet: The application packet consists of the following required documents. Please ensure that you upload these documents in your online application. Make sure your application is complete, missing any part of these items could result in an incomplete application and will not be moved forward in the recruitment.

• A completed online application
• A cover letter addressing why you are interested in this position and how your experience aligns with the qualifications and attributes for success listed.

The selection process: We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows. The selection process is subject to change.

• Initial review of minimum qualifications
• In-depth evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates
• Consideration of top candidates/interviews
• Testing/assessments (if applicable)
• Reference check
• Background, driving records check for finalist candidate (if applicable)

COMPENSATION, BENEFITS AND REPRESENTATON

The full-salary range for this position is step 1. $115,696.00 to step 6. $147,661.15. However, unless a candidate’s qualifications justify, based on the Oregon Pay Equity Act requirements and Metro’s internal equity review process, the appointment will likely be made between step 1. $115,696.00 to the equity range step 4. $133,932.58.

This position is not eligible for overtime and is non-represented. It is classified as a Manager I classification.

Classification descriptions are typically written broadly and do not include the specific duties and responsibilities of the positions. View the classification description.

Questions?

Recruiter: Carrie Gundermann

Email: carrie.gundermann@oregonmetro.gov

Additional Information

Equal employment opportunity

All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability for which a reasonable accommodation can be made, or any other status protected by law.

Accommodation

Metro will gladly provide a reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter outlined in the job announcement in advance to request assistance.

Veterans' preference

Under Oregon Law, qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans' preference when applying for Metro positions. If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for a veterans' preference for this job, please provide qualifying documents as instructed during the application process.

Hybrid Telework

Positions designated as “hybrid telework,” meaning you will have the option to work away from the office, although there may be times that coming into the office will be required. The designation of Hybrid Telework may be subject to change at a future time. All employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; Metro cannot support ongoing telework from other locations.

Pay equity at Metro

No matter who you are or where you work at Metro, you deserve to be paid fairly for the work you do. Every worker must get equal pay for equal work regardless of your gender, race, age, or other protected characteristics. Metro has established processes and conducts routine pay equity reviews as part of the hiring process to ensure compliance with the 2017 Oregon Pay Equity Act.

Online applications

Metro accepts job applications online. If you need assistance or accommodation with your application, or access to a computer, please contact the recruiter outlined in the job announcement in advance to request assistance.

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Metro

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As part of the Metro family, you play a vital role in serving the people of the greater Portland region.

Family members, including eligible spouses, domestic partners, and children, are covered under most of our benefits programs. Benefits vary depending on position and full-time, part-time, and variable hour status.

This is a budgeted, regular status position with a full-time schedule. The position is eligible for these benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision health insurance
• Paid sick leave
• Paid vacation, holiday, and other leave
• Paid parental leave
• Full contribution to Oregon PERS retirement
• No-cost TriMet Hop Pass
• Employee Assistance Program
• Training opportunities
• Flexible schedules depending on position and department
• Hybrid/Telework living in Oregon /Washington depending on position and department