Director Budget

Work Location: This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.

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

The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

• Advise the Mayor, Council and staff regarding the impact of financial decisions and the financial aspects of policy decisions.
• Evaluate data and prepare recommendations for the Mayor, Council and staff on financial decisions and financial aspects of budget-related decisions to assist them in fulfilling their respective roles and responsibilities and achieving objectives.
• Establish a process that incorporates the priorities of elected officials and assigns responsibility for adherence to these policies within budget guidelines.
• Assess changing financial conditions to incorporate into longer term financial projections and planning so that elected officials may be advised in their decision making.
• Coordinate, oversee and review staff responsibilities during the annual budget process.
• Lead and coordinate cross‑functional staff and related efforts to achieve specific project goals to further enterprise goals and strategic directions.
• Train and coach managers and supervisors on analytical and system skills needed in the budget process to improve quality of financial information.
• Reply to factual or policy questions, respond to requests for research, discuss office management, communicate budget policies, and determine the direction of special projects.
• Update and develop financial policies and guidelines for consistent practices throughout the division and enterprise.
• Collaborate with accounting staff to improve accounting transaction processes to promote greater efficiency, ease of understanding and meaningfulness of data produced and resolve budget disputes.
• Provide sound financial planning and advice to department heads, mayor and city council.
• Develop, maintain and enhance budget documentation to meet Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) standards and effectively communicate to management, elected leadership and the public.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Policy, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience (CPA or advanced degree preferred).
• Five years of professional experience in state or local budgeting and policy analysis, with a minimum of two years of experience in program development and administration.
• Equivalency:
  An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position may be considered.
• Exceptional knowledge of government finance and operations and related statutes.
• Considerable knowledge of professional standards – GFOA, GAAP, etc.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent presentation skills and the ability to prepare clear, concise reports.
• Ability to communicate on financial matters with non‑financial personnel.
• Ability to establish trust and support and integrate priorities in the budget process.
• Extensive experience in financial modeling.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Political sensitivity.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Ability to be creative and flexible in a changing fiscal environment.

Normal office setting.