Chief Financial Officer - MESA Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/indianapolis/jobs/newprint/4826309) Apply  Chief Financial Officer - MESA Salary $89,232.00 Annually Location 47 S. State Ave., IN Job Type Full Time Job Number 08985 Department Metropolitan Emergency Services Agency Opening Date 02/10/2025 Closing Date 2/24/2025 11:59 PM Eastern + Description + Benefits Position Summary Position is responsible for managing the activities related to planning, establishing, and directly overseeing the coordination of the of the financial operations including the strategic budgets, as well as systems and procedures for the Metropolitan Emergency Services Agency. The City of Indianapolis prioritizes and celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. This position values diversity in perspectives and experiences among colleagues and the residents of this city whom they serve. Position Responsibilities Oversees the financial function of Metropolitan Emergency Services Agency. Schedules, organizes, and implements the annual budget planning process.Assists managers/administrators in the preparation of their related budgetary process. Compiles and analyzes data, prepares summaries and submits annual budget plan.Monitors actual expenditures against budget, evaluates variances, and revises original budget, as appropriate; informs senior management of modifications.Monitors purchasing procedures and assists managers, staff and vendors with contract negotiations.Supervises agency payroll processing and approval. Generates various comparative and trend analysis reports.Develops and oversees the development of systems supporting the budgeting process including system design, specifications, testing, and implementation.Engages in the typical responsibilities of a manager requiring planning, evaluating, organizing, integrating,and controlling.Monitors agency inventory in compliance with City / County policies and procedures for trackable assets.May also have supervisory responsibility involving staffing, conducting performance appraisals, training and developing team members, promotions, salary increases, terminations, disciplinary actions, etc.This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance or related field and a minimum of five (5) year’s prior related experience in an administrative role with progressive responsibilities. One year of relevant experience maybe substituted for each year of required education. Prior experience preferred in Public Safety.Comprehensive knowledge of accounting standards and procedures relative to all areas assigned. Ability to analyze, project, and utilize spreadsheet(s), database(s), and other software is required. Ability to coordinate multiple projects and meet various deadlines is a must. Ability to communicate effectively in both forms – oral and written Independent Judgment Establish policies and procedures for the Department in order to regulate and control the budget and any process associated with it. Independent judgement is regularly utilized when there are no available policies and procedures and errors in judgment may cause inconsistencies and inconveniences as well as regulatory and budgetary problems.