Budget Manager (Financial Manager)

Full-time position available with the Water Department, Finance Division located at 4800 E. 63rd St.
Salary Range: $7,268-$10,902/month
Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Application Deadline Date: April 7, 2025


Responsibilities

• Coordinates the development, implementation, and monitoring of the water utility's budget, ensuring alignment with the organization's financial goals, operational needs, and strategic initiatives.
• Leads the preparation and management of the annual operating and capital budgets for the water utility.
• Collaborates with department heads to collect and analyze budget requests, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities.
• Reviews and evaluates budget proposals, making recommendations for adjustments based on operational needs, financial constraints, and long-term sustainability.
• Monitors budget performance throughout the fiscal year, providing monthly and quarterly updates to senior management and other stakeholders.
• Analyzes financial data to identify trends, variances, and areas for cost control or optimization, and provide recommendations for corrective actions.
• Develops and implements budget-related policies, procedures, and systems to ensure effective management and transparency.
• Provides technical assistance to division managers on budget-related issues, helping to interpret financial data and make informed decisions.
• Ensures compliance with budgetary regulations, financial policies, and best practices in budget development and oversight.
• Prepares financial reports and presentations for senior leadership, the governing board, and external stakeholders.
• Assists in the preparation of long-term financial projections and strategic financial planning.
• Coordinates with external auditors and regulatory agencies as needed.

Qualifications

REQUIRES an accredited Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related subject area; and 5 (OR an accredited Master's degree in the mentioned fields and 4) years professional experience of a progressively responsible nature in corporate or municipal finance including but not limited to accounting, banking, billing and collections, debt and investment portfolio management, financial reporting, development review, and projecting and monitoring tax and fee activities, including 2 years' experience managing financial projects and/or programs. Preference given for an accredited Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field and a minimum of 5 years in budget management, financial analysis or related experience, preferably in a utility or public sector environment; strong knowledge of budgeting processes, financial reporting and financial analysis techniques; proficiency in budget management software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel; excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders; and experience with water utility operations and regulatory frameworks.


Other Information

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Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.

In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System.

Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.

If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy

The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org .

If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code • 4211).

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