Budget Manager jobs in Ann Arbor, MI

Notice of Employment Opportunity

The following full-time job posting will remain open until

Tuesday, April 16, 2024.

Budget, Grants and Internal Audit Manager

Salary Range: $102,621 - $133,410

Canton Township is a reciprocal unit as defined in the Reciprocal Retirement Act, Act 88 of 1961.

• This is an external posting open to all applicants.
• Must meet the minimum requirements of the position.
• Applications not completed in their entirety will not be considered.
• Only those applications that are received prior to the posted deadline will be considered.
• See attached job description and hiring process for minimum qualifications and timeline.

The Charter Township of Canton provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) and is committed to a workplace free of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, gender, sex, pregnancy, national origin, disability, height, weight, gender identity, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Dated Posted: March 28, 2024

Job Description and Hiring Process Attached

JOB DESCRIPTION

BUDGET, GRANTS AND INTERNAL AUDIT MANAGER

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

This is a professional and supervisory position whose work responsibility involves a variety of administrative, technical, high level and confidential duties in the Finance Department. The Employee reports to and works closely with the Finance Director to ensure accuracy and integrity of the Township's financial operations alongside the Accounting Manager. Additionally, this position works closely with other Department Directors and Managers in their accounting and budgeting needs. This position involves the application of professional practices in the performance of a wide variety of duties relating to the operations of the department and Township. Once knowledge of Township and Department operations and procedures is gained, the Employee is expected to carry assignments through to completion within the deadlines and with minimal supervision. This position is expected to step up into the role of the Finance Director in their absence and occasionally attend evening Board Meetings. The primary responsibility of this position is to perform and oversee accounting and budget related tasks for Canton Township, including Priority Based Budgeting. This position supervises the Accounts Payable functions, Purchasing, and Grants and oversees record keeping for various Public Safety task forces. Other duties of this position include the annual audit and preparation of the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA).

EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Note: These examples are intended merely as illustrations of the various types of work performed)

• Prepares and maintains a wide variety of detailed accounting and budgeting records.
• Verifies and analyzes financial transactions, reports and statements.
• Responsible for the annual budgeting process, including preparation of the annual budget documents.
• Responsible for organization, reporting and tracking of all grants received by the Township.
• Prepares Emergency Management quarterly reporting.
• Prepares financial reporting for Federal forfeitures.
• Responsible for quarterly budget variance review.
• Supervises Accounts Payable, Purchasing, and Grants.
• Coordinates OPEB valuation data submission
• Responsible for developing training program in relation to the budgeting and purchasing processes and systems.
• Assists Department Directors and Managers with Financial and Budget concerns.
• Compiles information, prepares and assists in the coordination of special projects and reports.
• Analyzes, researches and develops action plans to address Employee Benefit costs.
• Develops and manages an internal audit function, including spot checking various locations.
• Acts as a backup for the Finance Director and Accounting Manager when necessary.
• At the direction of the Director, performs other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Considerable knowledge of professional municipal accounting principles and procedures.
• Knowledge of laws, ordinances, and regulations governing municipal accounting, budgeting and accounting procedures.
• Ability to adapt and assist in the implementation of changing financial management software.
• Considerable amount of knowledge of financial management and spreadsheet software.
• Ability to prepare and maintain a variety of financial reports.
• Ability to supervise subordinate employees.
• Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner.
• Ten years of experience in municipal finance and accounting.
• Graduation from a college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Certified Public Accountant or Certified Public Finance Officer preferred.
• Upon appointment, must possess a current, valid Michigan Driver's License and a driving history that does not create liability concerns; which includes, but is not limited to, convictions for reckless driving, careless driving, suspended license, or convictions involving drinking and impaired driving.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Reasonable Accommodations: Canton Township provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the ADA Coordinator at (734) 394-5260. We encourage all interested qualified applicants to apply for open positions. Request for accommodations will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Physical Demands

• Stand- Frequently
• Walk- Frequently
• Sit- Frequently
• Use of Hands/Fingers- Constantly
• Reach- Occasionally
• Climb- Rarely
• Crawl- Rarely

• Squat or Kneel- Rarely
• Bend- Rarely

Lift/Carry

• Less than 10 lbs- Frequently
• 10 - 29 lbs- Occasionally
• 30 - 59 lbs- Rarely
• 60 - 100 lbs- Rarely

Push/Pull

• Less than 10 lbs- Occasionally
• 10 - 29 lbs- Occasionally
• 30 - 59 lbs- Rarely
• 60 - 100 lbs- Rarely

REPORTS TO: Finance Director

Job Description Approved 9/24/2007, Updated March 2024

HIRING PROCESS

Budget, Grants and Internal Audit Manager

Thursday, March 28 through Tuesday, April 16, 2024 - Employment Application

1. Submit a Canton Township Employment Application Form (online or paper), completed in its entirety prior to posted deadline date.
2. Online applications must be completed and submitted electronically before 11:59 p.m. on deadline date.
3. Applications not completed in their entirety will not be considered.
4. Paper applications must be received in the Canton Township Human Resources Division by 4:30 p.m. on the posted deadline date. Applicants choosing to submit a paper application need to be conscious of postal delivery times. Paper applications are available in the Human Resources Department.
5. Faxed or emailed paper applications will not be accepted.
6. Late and incomplete applications will not be accepted.
7. All communication will be via email. Applicants must provide a valid email address on the application. Please add jobs@cantonmi.gov to your safe sender list.

Selection Questionnaire: Thursday, April 18 through Monday, April 29, 2024

1. Applications will be screened for qualified candidates and candidates selected to move on in the hiring process will be emailed a selection questionnaire no later than Thursday, April 18, 2024.
2. The completed questionnaire must be returned to Human Resources by the posted deadline date to be considered. The deadline to submit the completed selection questionnaire is 4:30 p.m. on Monday, April 29, 2024 to be considered for this job posting. Emailed or faxed questionnaires will not be accepted.
3. Applicants who do not receive a questionnaire will receive email notification they are no longer being considered.
4. Applicants who do not receive an email communication on the status of their employment application on Thursday, April 18, 2024 need to contact Human Resources at 734-394-5251 to verify the status of their application.

Application and Selection Questionnaire Screening Process: Tuesday, April 30, 2024

Employment applications, job question responses, resumes, and selection questionnaires will be screened to determine which candidates will be interviewed. The preferred candidates will meet the following criteria:

1. This will be a competitive process. A limited number of candidates will be selected for the interview based on their relevant work experience, education and training as compared to the other candidates in the application pool.
2. Demonstrated ability to meet the minimum requirements of the job description as determined by responses to the initial job questions, employment application, and selection questionnaire. Candidates must meet the minimum requirements of the position as posted on the job description to be considered.
3. Application prepared representing the quality of desired professional work (spelling, grammar, and presentation are essential).
4. Must possess a current, valid Driver's License with a driving history that does not create liability concerns; which includes, but is not limited to, convictions for reckless driving, careless driving, suspended license, or convictions involving drinking and impaired driving. Candidate selected for this position will undergo a driving history check.

Oral Board Interviews - On or after Wednesday, May 15, 2024

1. Oral Interviews will be scheduled on or after May 15, 2024.
2. Candidates selected for the Oral Interview will be notified via e-mail no later than May 3, 2024.
3. The Oral Interview will include extensive questions that may explore sensitive or confidential aspects of a candidate's personal lives.
4. Applicants who are not selected to interview will be notified in writing via e-mail no later than May 3, 2024.
5. Please check your Spam Folder if you do not receive notification by the following morning.

Eligibility List

1. All applications received during this posting will be considered during the formation of an eligibility list created for this job posting.
2. Eligibility list must be approved in accordance with the Merit System Commission Human Resources Policy Manual.

Contingent Job Offers

1. All offers of employment are contingent on the results of reference checks, thorough background investigation, driving record verification, working history verification, social media check, physical examination, drug screen and satisfactory completion of a six-month probationary period.

Application Status

1. All candidates will be notified via email of the final disposition of their employment application.