Purpose of Job The purpose of this position is to develop, oversee, and present departmental budgets while managing and directing financial resources to ensure effective implementation of organizational programs and objectives.
Essential Functions: Financial Leadership & Budget Management: Direct and oversee multiple departmental budgets, ensuring alignment with state and federal guidelines and organizational priorities.
Strategic Financial Planning: Advise executive leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and financial impacts to guide long term program and capital planning.
Staff Supervision & Development: Manage assigned staff, including hiring, training, performance evaluations, and handling personnel matters.
Program Auditing & Compliance: Oversee internal program audits and external contract agency audits to ensure compliance with financial standards and regulatory requirements.
Financial Reporting & Fund Management: Prepare and submit cost reports to federal, state, and local agencies; approve funding draws and manage all departmental funds.
Indigent Care Program Oversight: Direct financial operations, reporting, and payment systems for the Indigent Care Program; advise hospitals and governing boards on contract and financial changes.
Executive Advisory & Policy Support: Provide financial status updates to senior leadership and the County Mayor; assist in policy development and implementation.
Cross Department Coordination: Maintain strong communication with department heads to ensure consistent financial information flow and operational alignment.
Purchasing & Procurement Oversight: Manage departmental purchasing approvals and determine handling of nonroutine or emergency purchases within county and state regulations.
External Relations & Grant Coordination: Communicate with external agencies regarding grant funding availability and represent the department to boards and community stakeholders on financial and policy matters.
