Share Email Opening Title Director of Financial Services (Accounting Manager) - DCI  Open Date 5/15/2019   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt   Bargaining / Non-Bargaining Non-Bargaining   Division Administration & Finance   Location Finance   Reports To Director of Budget & Accounting   Schedule Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm. Schedule may vary based on departmental needs   Pay Rate $57,500 - $67,500/yr.   Description SUMMARY Manages and coordinates the financial operations for the City's Department of Community Investment (DCI). Under the direction of the City Controller, works with the Executive Director of Community Investment to ensure effective fiscal management of DCI's activities, including various Federal and State grant programs, Tax Increment Financing (TIF) allocation areas, and other departmental programs. Ensures accurate, timely accounting records for DCI and affiliated not-for-profit organizations. SUPERVISION EXERCISED Responsible for overseeing office functions, including several technical and professional personnel. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES This list represents the types of duties required by the position. Other duties may be assigned as reasonably expected. • Manages assigned operations, plans and organizes workloads; trains, motivates and evaluates assigned staff; reviews progress and directs changes as needed. • Develops annual operating and capital budgets in conjunction with Executive Director and the City Controller • Assures that assigned areas of responsibility are performed within budget; performs cost control activities; monitors revenues and expenditures in assigned area to assure sound fiscal control; prepares annual budget requests; assures effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel, materials, facilities and time. • Responsible for department accounting, purchasing, payroll, and disbursement functions, within the context of City policies and procedures. • Assists the City Controller with the preparation of the annual Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR), including gathering and supplying supporting documentation for the City's annual audit. • Assists in the development of monthly financial reports and supports the ongoing monitoring of internal controls. • Develops short and long range business plans and strategy in conjunction with the Executive Director; gathers, interprets and prepares data for studies, reports and recommendations; coordinates department activities with other departments and agencies. • Maintains accurate records for all grant activity on a City-wide basis. Responsible for preparation and filing of annual grant-related reports. • Serves as a fiscal liaison for the department to the South Bend Common Council, as well as to boards, commissions, government agencies and community based groups, as requested. • Serves as member on various committees, as assigned. NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Assumes additional responsibilities as requested. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty in a satisfactory manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   Position Requirements EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE • Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or a related field. • CPA preferred. • Minimum of three years of experience in managing fiscal operations strongly preferred. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES PREFERRED • Knowledge of grant administration, accounting, auditing, federal regulations. Must have the ability to perform administrative budgeting, coordinate the activities of others and continually evaluate the need to revise, add or delete the various types of records kept, monitoring needed, etc. • Ability to communicate with supervisors, peers, or subordinates, providing information by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. • Ability to organize, plan, and prioritize work, developing specific goals and plans to accomplish work. • Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Products, particularly Microsoft Excel • Working knowledge of City or County government a plus. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS • Valid Driver’s License or ability to obtain one if driving a City vehicle. EQUIPMENT Computer, copier, telephone, automobile, cell phone. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and walk, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required in this job include vision and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT Work is performed mostly in an office setting. Some outdoor work is required in the inspection of various projects and construction sites. Entire office is smoke free.   Required   About the Organization South Bend is the economic, educational, media, and cultural hub of a multi-county region spanning the Michigan-Indiana border. It's the fourth-largest city in Indiana with over 100,000 residents. South Bend's flourishing collegiate community and burgeoning tech industry have built upon the foundation of the city's industrial past to create a vibrant present and a promising future. The city's 14 institutions of higher learning, including the internationally renowned University of Notre Dame, infuse South Bend with creative energy in the arts, business, and technology. Combined with recent economic growth, strong neighborhoods, an affordable cost of living, exciting recreational opportunities, and thriving arts venues make South Bend a fabulous place to live, work, and, play. ***AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.***   EOE Statement EOE/ADA Statement The City of South Bend provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application/hiring process should contact the Legal Department's ADA Compliance Officer, Michael Schmidt, at legaldept@southbendin.gov and Human Resources at humanresources@southbendin.gov to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis. The City of South Bend seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality public safety officers, staff and administration. The City of South Bend is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from underrepresented candidates and others that will enhance our community in compliance with EO No. 1-2016 Section 1. Moreover, the City of South Bend prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).   This position is currently not accepting applications. 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