Finance Manager

Hello, we’re Metro! We strive to be an employer of choice by being human-centered, authentic and support a welcoming environment where all of our employees can thrive. We offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits program.
 
Are you looking for an opportunity to apply your finance experience and knowledge to help better the region that millions call home?  Are you a strategic thinker with a strong financial background who would like to have a substantive contribution to the economic recovery of the region?
 
If so, we can use a partner like you……
 
Metro operates three unique and dynamic venues that drive substantial economic activity for the Portland Metro region.  The recent pandemic dramatically impacted operations at the Oregon Convention Center, Portland’5 Centers for the Arts, and the Portland Expo Center and as we rebuild/reopen better, our Leadership is currently shifting their focus to reopening and needs a finance partner to help work through this process.
 
Together these venues are visited by over two million people annually, present 1,500 events/performances and have an operating budget of $100 million. From Rose City Comic Con at the Convention Center, to Broadway at the Keller and the Sportsmen’s Show at the Expo Center, these MERC venues provide world-class gathering and entertainment spaces for both local residents and visitors.
 
As part of Metro Central Finance team, you will support the MERC Venues which is the Oregon Convention Center, Portland ‘5, and the Expo Center. The Finance Manager is a working manager, who provides higher level planning, forecasting and guidance for budget development and financial management as well as performing daily operational tasks related to business processes such as payables, contracting and reporting.
 
 
As the Finance Manager you will:
 
Financial Management and Analysis:

• Develop complex financial planning models, analyze the results and prepare strategy recommendations to stakeholders. 
• Review and analyze monthly financial reports for operational oversight.
• Prepare and analyze essential estimates for transient lodging tax and other major revenues. 
• Collaborate with stakeholders and directors to support the development of five-year forecast that align with market trends and forecasted projections.

 
Relationship and Partner Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with venue directors from three different venues. 
• Serve as the primary financial consultant, partner and support to those departments and their leadership team. 
• Work with professional and community based organizations to help support venue directors achieve department and venue goals.
• Develop relationships across departments, teams and personnel throughout the agency.

 
Project Management:

• Manage, research and implement special projects as requested by CFO or venue director. 
• Develop financial policies, improve financial processes, manage software upgrades and participate in steering committees, along with other duties. 
• Supervise, initiate and execute contracts on an as needed basis.

Supervision and Staff Management:

• Manage daily workflow for department finance staff; assign work, ensure project tasks and priority issues are addressed.
• Provide supervision to professional and technical staff, including hiring, promoting, transferring, assigning, evaluating performance, disciplining, and discharging.
• Develop successful and supportive work culture that is inclusive, flexible and understanding.

 Attributes for success:

• Able to succeed in a work environment where ambiguity exists.
• Ability to navigate the needs of various stakeholders and find an equitable consensus and outcome. 
• Systems thinker with advanced critical thinking and problem solving ability.
• Advanced ability to mediate and resolve planning issues involving opposing interest groups.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with people of all ages and from a variety of cultural, economic and ethnic background. 
• Advanced ability to present financial information clearly to both finance and non-finance professionals and stakeholders. 
• Self-driven and interested in finding areas for improvement, development processes and using financial analysis to drive operational decisions.

Diversity and Inclusion:  At Metro, we strive to hire a workforce representative of the communities we serve, understanding that a diverse workforce strengthens our organization. We value diversity and support a positive and welcoming environment where all of our employees can thrive.
 
TO QUALIFY
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific in your application materials on how your background is relevant.
Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or a related field; AND
• Five years management or supervisory experience; AND
• At least 3 years of that experience in a Finance/Budgetary role; OR
• We will consider any combination of education and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.]
• Required: The candidate selected for the position will need to pass a criminal background check prior to being hired. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude employment and will be evaluated on a case by case basis.

 If this statement is true for you, then you may be ineligible to apply:

• If I was terminated for cause during any of my employment with Metro, or resigned in lieu of termination, I understand I may be ineligible for rehire for a minimum of 3 years.

Like to have:  
You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates.  Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position.

• Applicable Professional Certification (CPA, CMA, CPFO, CGFMP preferred skills)
• Prior experience managing a team of Finance specialists
• Prior experience managing in a unionized environment

 Based on our internal equity review process and the candidates qualifications the appointment will typically be made between $99,947.00 - $121,680.00. The full-salary range for this position is $99,947.00 - $141,968.00 annually. 
 
This position is non-represented and exempt and is classified as an Manager II (click to read the full classification). Classification descriptions are typically written broadly and do not include the specific duties and responsibilities of the positions.
 
SCREENING AND EVALUATION
The Application Packet: The application packet consists of the following documents. Please ensure that you upload these documents in your online application. Make sure your application is complete, missing any part of these items could result in an incomplete application and will not be moved forward in the recruitment.

• A completed uploaded Resume 
• A Cover Letter outlining how you are qualified and interested in this position 

 The Selection Process: We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows. The selection process is subject to change.

• Initial review of minimum qualifications
• In-depth evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates
• Consideration of top candidates/interviews
• Testing/Assessments (if applicable)
• Reference Check 
• Background, driving records check for finalist candidate (if applicable)

 

Equal employment opportunity:  All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability for which a reasonable accommodation can be made or any other status protected by law. Assistance will be gladly provided upon request for any applicant with sensory or non-sensory disabilities.
 
Online applications: Metro accepts job applications online. If you need assistance or accommodation with your application, or access to a computer, call 503-797-1570.
 
Accommodation: Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in this process. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-797-1570.
 
Public Employees Retirement System (PERS): Metro pays the employee and employer portion of the PERS contribution.  New (LIUNA) employees will pay the employee portion of the PERS contribution. 
 
Veterans' Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans' preference when applying for Metro positions. If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for a veterans' preference for this job, please provide qualifying documents as instructed during the application process

Salary : $109,502 - $155,540