City of Minneapolis · 1 month ago
Director Budget
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expThe City of Minneapolis is seeking a Director of Budget to manage and coordinate all aspects of the budget process. This role involves advising elected officials on financial decisions, evaluating data for budget-related recommendations, and leading cross-functional staff efforts to achieve strategic goals.
CommunitiesGovernmentNon Profit
No H1B
Responsibilities
Advise the Mayor, Council and staff regarding the impact of financial decisions and financial aspects of policy decisions
Evaluate data and prepare recommendations for the Mayor, Council and staff on financial decisions and financial aspects of budget-related decisions to assist them in fulfilling their respective roles and responsibilities and achieving objectives
Establish a process that incorporates the priorities of elected officials and assigns responsibility for adherence to these policies within budget guidelines
Assess changing financial conditions to incorporate into longer term financial projections and planning so that elected officials may be advised in their decision making
Coordinate, oversee and review staff responsibilities during the annual budget process
Lead and coordinate cross functional staff and related efforts to achieve specific project goals to further enterprise goals and strategic directions
Train and coach managers and supervisors on analytical and system skills needed in the budget process to improve quality of financial information
Reply to factual or policy questions, respond to requests for research, discuss office management, communicate budget policies, and determine the direction of special projects
Update and develop financial policies and guidelines for consistent practices through-out the division and enterprise
Collaborate with accounting staff to improve accounting transaction processes to promote greater efficiency, ease of understanding and meaningfulness of data produced and resolve budget disputes
Provide sound financial planning and advice to department Heads, Mayor and City Council
Develop, maintain and enhance budget documentation to meet Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) standards and effectively communicate to management, elected leadership and the public
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Public Policy, Business Administration, Finance, a related field or equivalent (CPA or Advanced Degree preferred)
Five years of professional experience in state or local budgeting and policy analysis, with a minimum of two years experience in program development and administration
An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered
Exceptional knowledge of government finance and operations and related statutes
Considerable knowledge of professional standards – GFOA, GAAP, etc
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent presentation skills and the ability to prepare clear concise reports
Ability to communicate on financial matters with non-financial personnel
Ability to establish trust and support and integrate priorities in the budget process
Extensive experience in financial modeling
Ability to exercise independent judgment and identify opportunities for improvement
Political sensitivity
Strong leadership skills
Ability to be creative and flexible in a changing fiscal environment
Company
City of Minneapolis
City of Minneapolis is a government body that dispenses environmental, economic, workforce development, civic, and administrative functions.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.41MKey Investors
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
2023-10-23Grant· $0.41M
Leadership Team
Laura Mellem
Deputy COO - Communications and Engagement
Brianna B.
Human Resources Business Partner
Recent News
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