SENIOR FINANCIAL OFFICER (NON-UNION MERIT) PAY GRADE 32 Promotional Only at New Castle County Government

IMPORTANT INFORMATIONIn accordance with the Merit System Rules and Regulations an eligible list which will be valid for a one-year period and which will be used to fill vacancies during that period is being established for this classification. Applicants on the eligible list will be certified in accordance with the Merit System and appropriate union contracts. Only full-time permanent classified County employees may apply for this announcement. Candidates may submit online employment applications using the NEOGOV online application system available at EXAMINATION PROCESS: The examination process for this posting may include an evaluation of training and experience a written examination a computerized exam an oral board interview examination a performance examination or any combination of the above in order to qualify applicants for placement on the eligible list. The eligible list will be used to fill vacancies that occur within the next year. The appropriate number of names on the eligible list as prescribed by Merit System Section 26.03.505 will be certified to the hiring department for consideration to fill the vacant position(s). New Castle County is an Equal Opportunity EmployerJOB DESCRIPTIONGENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Performs highly responsible financial planning and administrative work; oversees accounting cash and budget operations of the Office of Finance; does related work as required.DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: An employee in this class has the principal responsibility to supervise highly technical accounting cash and budget operations and to provide financial and strategic planning expertise primarily within the Office of Finance. Major areas of concentration will encompass financial processing reporting budgeting and forecasting within the Office of Finance of the County. Responsibilities also include special projects and research in the areas of payroll budget accounts payable cash management and other financial matters. This employee provides technical assistance and advice to fiscal personnel in all County departments and makes recommendations to management on fiscal matters and policies. Work is performed with considerable independence under administrative direction of the Accounting and Fiscal Manager or similar level of management.EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative only)Develops and executes the Countys plan for the annual operating and capital budgets;Directs and oversees the activities for the annual financial audit;Assists in the development of fiscal policy consistent with the Countys financial condition;Ensures liquidity in the short-term portfolio for working capital; verifies bank transfers electronic payments and revenue entries; primary contact for banking partners and internal customers on cash management matters;Supervises professional and support staff and their functions;Oversees the maintenance and reconciliation of the Countys bank accounts ledger accounts and financial records;Coordinates enhancements and improvements to the financial cashiering and payroll systems as well as banking platform and interfaces; supervises enhancements to collections;Develops and enforces policies governing accounting budgeting and cash management operations throughout the County;Assists in the Countys debt management and bond offerings;Formulates and recommends County tax rates and user fees;Evaluates County-wide financial operations and provides technical assistance to departments;Coordinates analytical financial reviews and special projects as required;Confers with officials and representatives from the public and governmental agencies concerning financial matters;Interprets and applies laws regulations policies and procedures as outlined in Federal State County governments and other jurisdictions as applicable;;Promotes an ongoing attitude of dedication to excellent public service and ensures that external and internal customers are provided with the highest quality of service;Operates a personal computer and financial/office software programs; and other related office equipment in the course of the work.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Extensive knowledge of accounting cash management and budgetary principles and methods with emphasis on governmental accounting and budgetary practices; comprehensive knowledge of fiscal planning and administration; thorough knowledge of automated financial systems applications and uses; good knowledge of laws ordinances and regulations governing the financial operations of the County; good knowledge of public or business administration; demonstrated ability to coordinate operational functions and supervise related personnel; ability to analyze complex financial problems; ability to communicate courteously and effectively both verbally and in writing; ability to pass a Class III County physical examination.ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: At least seven years of progressively responsible fiscal experience in a supervisory position preferably in a government environment and possession of a Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting finance or related field; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge skills and abilities.CONTACT INFORMATIONLaura McDermottOffice of Human ResourcesRequired Experience:Senior IC Key Skills Internal Audit,Financial Performance,Financial Goals,Financial Policies,Journal Entries,Accounting,General Ledger Accounts,Financial Statements,Financial Transactions,Financial Procedures,Annual Budget,Ensure Compliance,Powerpoint,CPA,Financial Management Employment Type : Full-Time Department / Functional Area: Finance Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Yearly Salary Salary: 78159 - 127312