Finance Manager

Salary : $94,248.34 - $164,934.64 Annually
Location : FAIRFAX (EJ32), VA
Job Type: FT Salary W BN
Job Number: 24-02433
Department: DPWES Solid Waste Management
Opening Date: 10/12/2024
Closing Date: 11/1/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Pay Grade: M01
Posting Type: Open to General Public
Job Announcement
Do you want to change the world through numbers? Want to help Fairfax County become a Zero Waste leader?
This position works as part of the Solid Waste Management Program.
DPWES is a diverse, nationally accredited and award-winning public works agency with approximately 1,000 employees providing solid waste, capital facility development, wastewater, stormwater, urban forestry, and land acquisition management services for the most populous county in Virginia. Join our team to help us protect the environment and serve the people of Fairfax County by creating and preserving a sustainable community that is an ideal place to live, work, and play for everyone.
Fairfax County Government is committed to our employees, and offers comprehensive benefits, including a defined-benefit retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; paid leave; tuition reimbursement; and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Through our LiveWell Program and the county Benefits Division, we endeavor to cultivate a culture of wellbeing that empowers, educates and engages employees and retirees to make life-long choices that promote a holistic approach to their physical, mental, emotional, social, spiritual and financial wellness. Please review our awesome benefits:DPWES provides award-winning solid waste collection services for approximately 45,000 homes, operates a transfer station and landfill, regulates solid waste services, and leads sustainability initiatives to promote zero waste goals for Fairfax County. DPWES Solid Waste is a diverse work force of approximately 300 merit and 50 non-merit employees and has an annual operating budget of more than $100M. Our nationally recognized team of professionals are working together towards a singular goal: providing environmentally responsible and cost-effective management of municipal solid waste, keeping Fairfax County safe, green, healthy, and clean.
Under direction of the DPWES Deputy Director of Solid Waste Management Program (SWMP), serves as division manager to manage and lead the SMWP Finance Management Division and serves as the fiscal manager responsible for development and oversight of a highly complex agency-wide budget and fiscal operation. Responsible for administration, fiscal analysis, budget preparation, and budget projections regarding existing and newly requested or created initiatives, and requests from the Board of Supervisors and/or leadership. Participates in SWMP leadership and strategic goals, collaborates with employees in DPWES, SWMP and other county agencies to support budget, finance, purchasing, and contracting activities.
Administers the Solid Waste Closure/Post Closure reserve balances for the long-term care and maintenance of the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (VADEQ) permitted facilities, as well as assists with the financial statements for post closure reserves. Prepares annual Solid Waste Authority Board Packages. Administers oversite of the agencies' 45,000 customers with the Department of Tax Administration (DTA). Performs monthly reconciliation of (4) distinct funds within solid waste and recycling. Ensures timely, efficient, and economical service delivery. Advisor to DPWES deputy director and other SWMP division directors on matters pertaining to budget, finance, procurement and contracts. Must have strong leadership, management, and communication skills to manage professional and paraprofessional employees to include coaching, counseling, training, and evaluation. Adheres to the DPWES Core Values, county Standards of Conduct, and county ethics. Engages in safe working practices and complies with Solid Waste safety programs and guidelines. Complies with the DPWES safety competencies.
Illustrative Duties
(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.)

• Serves as an advisor to the Director and/or Deputy Director on matters of policy and process related to financial and financial administrative management;
• Makes presentations to the Deputy County Executives, Directors, Deputy Directors, Boards, Authorities and Commissions, as well as other County senior management;
• Participates in department wide strategic planning, and Countywide strategic planning, as necessary;
• Supervises a team of financial professionals performing advanced technical analysis and makes recommendations to the Director and/or Deputy Director about program funding within the department;
• Directs ongoing process improvement initiatives related to financial processes, budget development and monitoring within the agency;
• Collaborate in the development and refinement of policies, procedures, and guidelines essential to the administration of finance and related functions;
• Coordinates external partners including the Department of Management and Budget with financing and debt management, capital projects, bond resolutions, and issuances;
• Oversees the overall budget coordination and development for submission to department leadership;
• Coordinates budget estimates, financial reporting and data presentation for the agency to ensure policy decisions have been met;
• Serves as department lead concerning revenue, including projections and collection rates; Recommends adjustments;
• Determines the budget impact on the department from both state and federal legislative actions;
• Manages, develops, and implements the responsibilities and policies relating to fiscal and financial administrative management policies, including budgeting, financing, capital projects, and reporting;
• Prepares written and verbal reports for department senior management regarding cost variances and acts independently in identifying and resolving programmatic anomalies;
• Oversees staff from financial management, accounts payable, accounts receivable (including revenue collection) and procurement;
• Oversees both internal and external financial audits and implements corrective actions (when applicable);
• Ensures compliance with federal and state reporting requirements associated with grant funding;
• Establishes accounting policies and procedures in accordance with GAAP as well as any federal, state or county requirements.

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

• Advanced knowledge of the principles, theories, and practices of public administration, particularly regarding governmental budget and finance administration;
• Advanced knowledge of county organization, policy, procedures and practices, particularly regarding the budget cycle and budget development and monitoring;
• Ability to plan and implement activities in order to ensure effective and efficient utilization of resources;
• Ability to effectively supervise and coordinate the activities of staff.

Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
(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, five years of professional-level experience in finance, business administration, budgeting, or contract management, to include 2 years of supervisory experience. A master's degree in a related field or CPA may substitute for 1 year of experience.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check and credit check to the satisfaction of the employer.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated ability to lead and supervise staff performing a variety of functions to include finance, and information technology.
• Demonstrated experience in budget preparation and analysis through financial forecasting, rate studies and financial analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels.
• Possesses strong critical thinking/analysis skills and problem-solving ability.
• Five (5) years of experience in budgetary development and analysis.
• Three (3) years of experience with administering financial/accounting processes and procedures in financial systems other than System Analysis Program (SAP).
• Two (2) years of experience using oral and written communication skills to present effective presentation and group facilitation.
• Two (2) years of experience in developing, implementing, and evaluation of programs/projects.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing. Ability to provide verbal directions to subordinate staff and conduct verbal interactions with management. Ability to read and comprehend financial documents and data. Manual dexterity needed to operate general office equipment (i.e., computer, calculator, printer, scanner, etc.). Position is generally sedentary in nature, but frequent mobility may sometimes be necessary to accomplish tasks. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview and may include exercise.
The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home () and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity.
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.
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What is the highest level of education that you have completed?

• Less than 12th grade
• High school diploma or GED
• Some college
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Doctorate degree

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If you answered "Some college" for the highest level of education completed, please indicate the number of quarter or semester hours you have completed towards a degree.

• Less than 45 quarter hours
• 45 to less than 90 quarter hours
• 90 to less than 135 quarter hours
• 135 to less than 180 quarter hours
• 180 or more quarter hours
• Less than 30 semester hours
• 30 to less than 60 semester hours
• 60 to less than 90 semester hours
• 90 to less than 120 semester hours
• 120 or more semester hours
• Not applicable

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Please indicate the major(s) or minor(s) for your completed degree(s). Check all that apply.

• Accounting
• Business administration
• Public administration
• Public policy
• Finance
• Other (related field)
• Other (non-related field)
• Not applicable

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If you answered "Other (related field)" or "Other (non-related field)" for the previous question, please list all of your majors and minors. If this question does not pertain to you, or you do not have a degree, enter "Not applicable".
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How many years of full-time equivalent professional experience in finance, business administration, budgeting, or contract management do you possess?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five to less than six years
• Six to less than seven years
• Seven to less than eight years
• Eight to less than nine years
• Nine years or more

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How many years of full-time equivalent supervisory experience do you possess?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five to less than six years
• Six years or more

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Do you currently possess a CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license?

• Yes
• No

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Do you currently possess a CMA (Certified Management Accountant) license?

• Yes
• No

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How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have supervising staff performing financial functions?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
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• Ten years or more

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How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have in budget preparation and analysis through financial forecasting, rate studies and financial analysis?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five to less than six years
• Six to less than seven years
• Seven to less than eight years
• Eight years or more

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How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have communicating effectively with employees at all levels?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five to less than six years
• Six to less than seven years
• Seven to less than eight years
• Eight years or more

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How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have that includes strong critical thinking/analysis skills and problem-solving ability?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five to less than six years
• Six to less than seven years
• Seven to less than eight years
• Eight years or more

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How many years of full-time professional experience do you have in budgetary development and analysis?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five to less than six years
• Six to less than seven years
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• Eight years or more

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How many years of experience do you have with administering financial/accounting processes and procedures in financial systems other than System Analysis Program (SAP)?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five years or more

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How many years of full-time equivalent professional experience do you have using oral and written communication skills to present effective presentation and group facilitation?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five to less than six years
• Six to less than seven years
• Seven to less than eight years
• Eight years or more

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How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have in developing, implementing, and evaluation of programs/projects?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five to less than six years
• Six to less than seven years
• Seven to less than eight years
• Eight years or more

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This position is considered essential during inclement weather and other declared emergencies. Are you willing and able to work under these conditions?

• Yes
• No

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