Job Summary
This Financial Program Manager I position reports to the Division Manager of the Business Services and Financial Controls Division within the Public Works Department and is primarily responsible for providing financial leadership for the Fleet Services, Road Operations and Maintenance, and administrative (business services, communications, and admin support) divisions within the Public Works department. This position leads a team of four direct reports that provide accounts payable, customer billing, and procurement services to the assigned business areas. In support of the assigned business areas, this position will work with the Senior Management Team and Department Director as appropriate, while coordinating with the rest of the Business Services Division and other departmental and County staff as needed.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Knowledge of: principles and practices of financial analysis; research and report preparation; operational characteristics, services, and activities of assigned program; modern and complex principles and practices of accounting; principles of budget preparation and control; principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation; modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computerized accounting systems; pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.
Ability to: manage and coordinate the work of supervisory personnel; plan, implement, and manage multiple financial programs and projects; coordinate the activities of a variety of County service areas in the preparation of comprehensive financial reports; analyze, document, and modify automated financial computer programs and systems; understand and interpret financial information; use computerized financial reporting systems; select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff; interpret and explain County accounting and financial policies and procedures; prepare clear and concise reports; communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including a variety of County and other government officials, community groups, and the general public.
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With its great natural beauty, Clark County, Washington, always has attracted people and businesses. We welcome those who visit and settle here, providing fresh perspectives, growing diversity and vibrant energy.
Our forward-looking community is framed by the scenic Cascade Range to the east and the majestic Columbia River to the south and west. The area is a picturesque place to work, play, and live.
Named for Captain William Clark of Lewis and Clark Expedition fame, our county is one of the fastest growing regions in Washington state and the Portland, Oregon, metropolitan area. Today, more than 467,000 people call Clark County home.
Clark County government works to enhance the quality of life for all of our diverse community by providing services with integrity, openness and accountability. We are one of the county's largest employers, providing a wide range of rewarding careers for about 1,570 people.