Budget and Performance Management Coordinator (Financial Specialist III)

Fairfax County boasts a top-notch school system, safe neighborhoods, thousands of acres of parkland, and bustling town centers. County government sits at the heart of this dynamic community of almost 1.2 million residents and seeks employees eager to bring their energy, enthusiasm and skills to serve Fairfax residents and to shape the county's future. Land Development Services (LDS) is the steward of the county's land development and building construction codes and regulations, and its staff members embrace their essential role as "first preventers." Every day, through careful review, permitting and inspection of site and building construction, our staff protect the health, safety, welfare, and environment for those who live in, work in, and visit Fairfax County. Our department also serves as the gateway to much of the county's economic development, reviewing over 30,000 building and site plan submissions, issuing nearly 70,000 building permits, and conducting over 220,000 building and site inspections each year. If you would like to join a creative, collaborative, innovative team doing meaningful work, then LDS is the place for you.

Oversees the analysis, management, and development of expenditure budgets. Manages and oversees the ongoing reconciliation of expense accounts. Coordinates with division managers and program managers to develop short-and long-term projections and financial forecasts. Responsibilities include budget development/management, accounts payable, management of contracts and/or bond agreements. Serves as a resource to LDS staff on financial policies and procedures and directs business improvements. Responsible for the overall management, professional development, and performance management of a team of professional-level financial staff. Establishes and maintains supportive partnerships with senior management and program staff to ensure strategic utilization of the agency's financial resources. Position works under the general direct of the LDS finance manager.

(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.)

Participates in the formulation and documentation of agency fiscal policies and procedures;
Maintains numerous fund/subfund accounts;
Reviews long range revenue and expenditures estimates to ensure availability of funds;
Prepares and/or oversees the preparation of large agency budget;
Applies budget, procurement, and payment procedures in accordance with established county policies, accounting principles (GAAP and GASB), and local and state policies and procedures;
Researches budget, finance and procurement requirements, analyzes impact on current operations and recommends means of implementation.

(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)

Considerable knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices of governmental budgeting and fiscal management and the ability to apply them to complex governmental systems;
Considerable knowledge of federal, state and county policies, procedures, regulations and legislation impacting the maintenance of financial records;
Ability to effectively supervise and coordinate the activities of staff;
Ability to develop and implement fiscal policies and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:
(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with either a bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, public administration, public policy or related field; plus, three years of professional-level experience in finance, business administration, budgeting, or contract management, a master's degree in a related field or CPA may substitute for 1 year of experience.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
None.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background and a credit check to the satisfaction of the employer.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or related field including six credit hours of basic accounting principles and concepts.
• A self-motivated team player with excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communications skills.
• Ability to lead assigned employees, including delegating and reviewing work assignments, providing coaching and guidance, monitoring, and evaluating performance and supporting training and development planning.
• Ability to explain complex financial information and policies to department staff and provide technical training and assistance.
• Experience working in local, state, or federal government in accounting and financial management.
• Supervisory experience.
• Experience in procurement processes.
• Budget experience with preparation, review, and forecasting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov EEO/AA/TTY.