Deputy Chief Finance Officer

• Advise the Chief Financial Officer and make recommendations on the City enterprise budget, financial and resource management, and strategic direction.
• Provide strategic input into budget and financial and resource management to assist the Chief Finance Officer in establishing and implementing strategic direction.
• Oversee and provide management of the performance of Directors and Managers that report to this position, set goals and objectives for these staff, monitor divisional performance, and ensure that division objectives align with City goals.
• Serve as the Chief Financial Officer's representative on various boards, task forces and committees.
• Manage special projects, respond to information requests, and oversee the preparation of reports, research efforts, planning documents and presentations, and communicate budget and financial policies to elected officials, department heads, stakeholder groups and the public.
• Provide staff support to allow City officials to make the best decisions regarding the appropriate tax burden on City residents and property.
• Provide staff support to study and recommend the best allocation of revenue and expense among City departments, boards, and commissions to support City services and activities.
• Manage special projects, respond to information requests, and oversee the preparation of reports, research efforts, planning documents and presentations, and communicate budget and financial policies to elected officials, department heads, stakeholder groups and the public.
• Verbally present complex information at public hearings, City Council meetings and to large organizations, explaining City budget processes, decisions, and complex financial issues.
• Establish and monitor a financial management process that incorporates the state law requirements and incorporates priorities of elected officials. The position assigns responsibility and monitors adherence to these processes.
• Lead the information technology governance process for the department internally and externally with other departments.
• Integrate major policy initiatives such as supplier diversity in all procurement and financial functions in the department.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, a related field or equivalent -OR- a Master's degree in Public Policy, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.

Minimum Experience:
* Bachelor's degree: Seven years of management experience in a related position which includes staff supervision and financial management of a government agency/department.
* Master's degree: Five years of management experience in a related position which includes staff supervision and financial management of a government agency/department.

Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered.

A cover letter and resume are required. You must attach a cover letter and updated resume to your application.

• Strong verbal and written communications skills; ability to manage people who are managers of large work groups
• Strategic planning and business plan implementation skills.
• Ability to interpret Federal, State and Local laws, policies and rules and enforce them.
• Ability to suggest policy changes and draft policy/procedural documents.
• Skill in navigating financial reporting software systems
• Considerable knowledge of governmental accounting; and familiarity with State of Minnesota and Internal Revenue Service rules for local governments.

As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.

The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.