Fiscal Services Manager - Government Relations
Apply NowCompany: Manatee County, FL
Location: Bradenton, FL 34203
Description:
Salary: $67,835.04 - $105,115.92 Annually
Location : Bradenton, FL
Job Type: Full-Time (Salaried)
Job Number: 25-00130
Department: Financial Mgmt
Opening Date: 02/06/2025
Closing Date: 2/13/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
General Information
Work Location: 1112 Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton, Florida 34205
Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
This classification performs a variety of tasks directing financial matters of the department. Work includes performing a variety of complex tasks such as preparation and monitoring of the departmental budget, procurement of departmental goods and services, supervision and review of accounting staff work and other financial administration activities. Provides operational review and analysis of the department and assigned divisions. Specialized tasks may include researching and recommending revenue and/or grant opportunities, and contract administration for grants or public assistance funding.
Note: This position has been designated by the Manatee County Commission as serving at the will and pleasure of the County Administrator. Employees so designated may be terminated at any time with or without cause.
Working Conditions
Indoor/Office situation; high noise environment while performing certain responsibilities. Lifting equipment up to 25 lbs. alone; up to 50 lbs. with assistance.
Job Description
Essential Functions
These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
Plans, assigns, directs, and evaluates the work of subordinates.
Prepares annual departmental budget; advises various division managers and supervisors in budget preparation; reviews submissions for accuracy and completeness, consolidates and submits budget requests. Coordinates and submits budget amendments to adjust for budget variances.
Supervises the preparation of departmental expenditure documents and their processing, coordinates with Finance and vendors regarding departmental expenditures and accounts receivable, and monitors and submits requests for corrections to ensure accurate accounting of departmental costs.
May prepare and/or compile information related to the Capital Improvement Plan, and monitor projects assigned to department.
Develops departmental fiscal controls and procedures; reviews internal and external audits, coordinates activities, and assists with implementation of corrective action when required.
Compiles reports for Director or Division Manager related to expenditures, budgets, revenues, statistical information, and programmatic cost data in order to advise the director on departmental operations.
Participates in specification development, and review and selection of vendors for departmental purchases. Monitors contract compliance.
Coordinates receipt and reporting requirements for grant funds or other public assistance, including documentation of costs related to funded programs, emergency relief efforts, or other similar activities.
May prepare written and oral presentations as a representative of the Director; and presents information to the Board of County Commissioners and/or other public groups, as directed.
Manages special projects or assignments, as directed.
May prepare and/or review requests for legal services generated by the department.
May serve as liaison to the Clerk of the Circuit Court and the County Attorney's Office.
Performs other related work (including weather or other extreme emergency duties) as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or closely related field.
Minimum of three (3) (within the last 10) years experience in a responsible position involving financial management and planning.
Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Valid driver's license required with valid Florida driver's license required within 30 days of hire.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
More
Prior related experience in a governmental office highly desired.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of generally accepted principles of accounting, and office practices.
Knowledge of the organization, functions, policies, laws, and administrative procedures of County Government.
Knowledge of contracting and procurement procedures and public administration methods and practices in accordance with statutes, regulations and County policies and procedures.
Knowledge of State and Federal Grant requirements and the ability to coordinate with involved entities.
Knowledge of statistical methods and practices; ability to perform research, analyze data and provide sound recommendations to solve complex operational and financial issues.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, other County departments, other agencies, and the general public.
Ability to prepare and communicate information clearly, both orally and in writing.
Ability to supervise and direct the work of others.
Veterans Preference
In accordance with Florida Statute 295.07, F.S., Chapter 55A-7, priority consideration in employment will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans. Applicants claiming preference must provide a DD Form 214 or other acceptable documentation with their application. We are committed to honoring the service and sacrifices of our veterans and their families.
EEO/ADA Statement
Manatee County Government is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at 941-748-4501 x 3865.
Drug-Free Workplace
Manatee County Government is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.
Emergency Response/Recovery Activities
All employees may be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.
Full Time Positions
Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
Wellbeing Benefits:
Miscellaneous Benefits:
Paid Time Off:
Vacation Award: Applies to employees regulary sceduled to work 8 hours per day/40 hours per week.
Years of Service Vacation Days
0-5 16.25 days
6-10 19.50 days
11+ 22.75 days
Insurance:
Retirement:
Career Wellness:
Education Benefits:
Flexible Spending Account:
Permanent Part Time - Benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
ComPsych - offers all employees and their family members with emotional, financial, legal, and work/life balance support.
LAMP counselors available for personal support including emotional, substance abuse, marital, and financial issues.
Miscellaneous Benefits:
Workers' Compensation
Training/Seminars
Fitness Center Access for employee only
FRS options
Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders
Government employee discounts at many retailers and attractions
Access to Manatee County Library Services (books, digital services, tools, museum passes).
Paid Time Off:
12 Paid Holidays including New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
Three (3) Personal Holidays
Paid Time Off and Leaves of Absence are based on an 8 hrs./day 80/hrs.
per pay-period basis, any work schedule less that this will be earned on
a pro-rated basis
01
VERY IMPORTANT - When answering supplemental questions about experience, education or certification, please be sure the information is reflected in the Education, Work Experience and Certificates and Licenses sections of your application.
Must include Monthly Salary, Name of Employer, Location, Phone Number and Duties for each employer in Work Experience.
Note: "See Resume" is not acceptable.
Identify all gaps not related to medical reasons.
02
If you are claiming Veteran's Preference, please check category of eligibility
03
Which level of education have you achieved?
04
In what field did you major ?
05
How many years experience, within the last 10 years, do you have in a responsible position involving financial management and planning?
06
How many years of supervisory experience do you have?
07
Please describe your financial management, accounting, budgeting, or financial reporting experience.
08
Please describe your leadership approach to setting priorities, and working with a diverse team on meeting multiple deadlines.
09
Why do you want this job and why would you be a good fit?
Required Question
Location : Bradenton, FL
Job Type: Full-Time (Salaried)
Job Number: 25-00130
Department: Financial Mgmt
Opening Date: 02/06/2025
Closing Date: 2/13/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
General Information
Work Location: 1112 Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton, Florida 34205
Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
This classification performs a variety of tasks directing financial matters of the department. Work includes performing a variety of complex tasks such as preparation and monitoring of the departmental budget, procurement of departmental goods and services, supervision and review of accounting staff work and other financial administration activities. Provides operational review and analysis of the department and assigned divisions. Specialized tasks may include researching and recommending revenue and/or grant opportunities, and contract administration for grants or public assistance funding.
Note: This position has been designated by the Manatee County Commission as serving at the will and pleasure of the County Administrator. Employees so designated may be terminated at any time with or without cause.
Working Conditions
Indoor/Office situation; high noise environment while performing certain responsibilities. Lifting equipment up to 25 lbs. alone; up to 50 lbs. with assistance.
Job Description
Essential Functions
These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
Plans, assigns, directs, and evaluates the work of subordinates.
Prepares annual departmental budget; advises various division managers and supervisors in budget preparation; reviews submissions for accuracy and completeness, consolidates and submits budget requests. Coordinates and submits budget amendments to adjust for budget variances.
Supervises the preparation of departmental expenditure documents and their processing, coordinates with Finance and vendors regarding departmental expenditures and accounts receivable, and monitors and submits requests for corrections to ensure accurate accounting of departmental costs.
May prepare and/or compile information related to the Capital Improvement Plan, and monitor projects assigned to department.
Develops departmental fiscal controls and procedures; reviews internal and external audits, coordinates activities, and assists with implementation of corrective action when required.
Compiles reports for Director or Division Manager related to expenditures, budgets, revenues, statistical information, and programmatic cost data in order to advise the director on departmental operations.
Participates in specification development, and review and selection of vendors for departmental purchases. Monitors contract compliance.
Coordinates receipt and reporting requirements for grant funds or other public assistance, including documentation of costs related to funded programs, emergency relief efforts, or other similar activities.
May prepare written and oral presentations as a representative of the Director; and presents information to the Board of County Commissioners and/or other public groups, as directed.
Manages special projects or assignments, as directed.
May prepare and/or review requests for legal services generated by the department.
May serve as liaison to the Clerk of the Circuit Court and the County Attorney's Office.
Performs other related work (including weather or other extreme emergency duties) as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or closely related field.
Minimum of three (3) (within the last 10) years experience in a responsible position involving financial management and planning.
Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Valid driver's license required with valid Florida driver's license required within 30 days of hire.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
More
Prior related experience in a governmental office highly desired.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of generally accepted principles of accounting, and office practices.
Knowledge of the organization, functions, policies, laws, and administrative procedures of County Government.
Knowledge of contracting and procurement procedures and public administration methods and practices in accordance with statutes, regulations and County policies and procedures.
Knowledge of State and Federal Grant requirements and the ability to coordinate with involved entities.
Knowledge of statistical methods and practices; ability to perform research, analyze data and provide sound recommendations to solve complex operational and financial issues.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, other County departments, other agencies, and the general public.
Ability to prepare and communicate information clearly, both orally and in writing.
Ability to supervise and direct the work of others.
Veterans Preference
In accordance with Florida Statute 295.07, F.S., Chapter 55A-7, priority consideration in employment will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans. Applicants claiming preference must provide a DD Form 214 or other acceptable documentation with their application. We are committed to honoring the service and sacrifices of our veterans and their families.
EEO/ADA Statement
Manatee County Government is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at 941-748-4501 x 3865.
Drug-Free Workplace
Manatee County Government is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.
Emergency Response/Recovery Activities
All employees may be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.
Full Time Positions
Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
- ComPsych- offers all employees and their family members with emotional, financial, legal, and work/life balance support.
- LAMP counselors available for personal support including emotional, substance abuse, marital, and financial issues.
- Five (5) free visits annually for employees and covered family members.
Wellbeing Benefits:
- Wellness/Health Coaches (5 Free per year)
- On-site Fitness Centers for you and your dependents with 24/7 access
- Personal Training (5 Free per year)
- Pharmacy Technician
- Group Fitness Classes
- Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy Management
- Diabetes Care Program
- Registered Dietician (5 Free per year)
- Massages with licensed therapist (small copay)
Miscellaneous Benefits:
- Workers' Compensation
- Training/Seminars
- Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders
- Government employee discounts at many retailers and attractions
- Access to Manatee County Library Services (books, digital services, tools, museum passes).
Paid Time Off:
- 12 Paid Holidays including New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
- Three (3) Personal Holidays
- Personal Sick Leave
- Family Sick Leave
- Sick Leave Bank (Donated Hours)
- Professional Medical Appointment Leave
- Bereavement Leave
- Military Leave
- Military Training Leave
- FMLA
Vacation Award: Applies to employees regulary sceduled to work 8 hours per day/40 hours per week.
Years of Service Vacation Days
0-5 16.25 days
6-10 19.50 days
11+ 22.75 days
- Earn an additional day of vacation every six (6) consecutive months of no sick leave.
Insurance:
- Award-winning Health Plan with deductibles as low as $0.
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Prescription Insurance
- Life Insurance (6 times salary at low cost)
- Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
Retirement:
- Florida Retirement System (FRS) with Pension Plan and Investment Plan options.
- 457b Tax Deferred and ROTH account options through Voya.
- FRS Webinars
- Free financial guidance with licensed, non-commissioned financial planner
Career Wellness:
- Professional Leadership Programs
- Instructor-Led and eLearning Training
- Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders
- Career Counseling
- Toastmasters
- Networking Membership (Manatee Chamber of Commerce, Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance)
- Employee Recognition Programs with monetary and time-off awards
Education Benefits:
- Tuition Reimbursement eligible after six (6) months of Public Service, including GED reimbursement.
- Continuing Education support through Training/Seminars and Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladder.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Flexible Spending Account:
- Options for Health Care and Dependent Care Spending Accounts providing pre-tax savings.
Permanent Part Time - Benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
ComPsych - offers all employees and their family members with emotional, financial, legal, and work/life balance support.
LAMP counselors available for personal support including emotional, substance abuse, marital, and financial issues.
Miscellaneous Benefits:
Workers' Compensation
Training/Seminars
Fitness Center Access for employee only
FRS options
Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders
Government employee discounts at many retailers and attractions
Access to Manatee County Library Services (books, digital services, tools, museum passes).
Paid Time Off:
12 Paid Holidays including New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
Three (3) Personal Holidays
Paid Time Off and Leaves of Absence are based on an 8 hrs./day 80/hrs.
per pay-period basis, any work schedule less that this will be earned on
a pro-rated basis
01
VERY IMPORTANT - When answering supplemental questions about experience, education or certification, please be sure the information is reflected in the Education, Work Experience and Certificates and Licenses sections of your application.
Must include Monthly Salary, Name of Employer, Location, Phone Number and Duties for each employer in Work Experience.
Note: "See Resume" is not acceptable.
Identify all gaps not related to medical reasons.
- I acknowledge the above statement
02
If you are claiming Veteran's Preference, please check category of eligibility
- A disabled veteran who is eligible for receiving compensation under public law administered by Department of Veteran's Affairs and Department of Defense
- The spouse of a veteran who cannot qualify for employment because of total and permanent service-connected disability, or spouse of a veteran missing in action, captured or forcefully detained by a foreign power
- A wartime veteran who has served at least 1 day during a wartime period (active duty for training may not be eligible)
- An un-remarried widow or widower of a Veteran who died of a service-connected disability
- The mother, father, legal guardian, or un-remarried widow or widower of a service member who died as a result of military service under combat-related conditions as verified by the U.S. Department of Defense
- A current member of any reserve component for the United States Armed Forces or the Florida National Guard
- A veteran with a "Honorable" discharge (Active duty for training may not be allowed for eligibility)
- Not claiming Veteran's Preference
03
Which level of education have you achieved?
- No high school equivalency
- High school graduate/equivalent
- Associates degree
- Bachelors degree
- Masters degree
04
In what field did you major ?
- None
- Accounting
- Finance
- Business Administration
- Public Administration
- Related Field
05
How many years experience, within the last 10 years, do you have in a responsible position involving financial management and planning?
- None
- 1 - 2 years
- 3 - 4 years
- 5 - 6 years
- 7+ years
06
How many years of supervisory experience do you have?
- None
- 1 Year
- 2 Years
- 3 Years
- 4 Years
- 5+ Years
07
Please describe your financial management, accounting, budgeting, or financial reporting experience.
08
Please describe your leadership approach to setting priorities, and working with a diverse team on meeting multiple deadlines.
09
Why do you want this job and why would you be a good fit?
Required Question