Finance Manager jobs in New York

The New York City Campaign Finance Board manages New York City s small donor democracy program and educates and engages voters via NYC Votes. The CFB has enjoyed a tremendous arc of progress over its 30-year history, and our updated flagship small donor democracy program is a centerpiece of this progress. We eliminate barriers to participation by providing access to the resources New Yorkers need to vote or run for office and amplify the voices of small donors with New York City s small donor democracy program. We are dedicated to making New York City s local democracy more open, transparent, and equitable. You would be working with a team that is mission driven and committed to continuous improvement. The technology unit of the New York City Campaign Finance Board (NYC CFB) is responsible for custom software development, networking, technical support, and cybersecurity. The unit works to develop and maintain software systems tailored to the organization's needs, manage and secure the organization's network infrastructure, and protect against potential cyber threats. CFB s technology unit seeks an experienced Technical Project Manager. We offer a dynamic work environment, training, growth potential, and excellent benefits.
Reporting to the Executive Project Manager, with broad scope for the exercise of independent initiative and judgment, the Technical Project Manager is responsible for helping oversee technology projects related to the implementation and maintenance of application portfolios. You will develop and maintain project schedules, lead project meetings, and work closely with various stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes. The ideal candidate will be able to facilitate technical discussions and absorb technical documentation, and will be able to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously, with excellent communication and leadership abilities. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: - Work with CFB Technology leadership and CFB units to help advise CFB units on their technology strategy and work with them to implement next generation solutions.
- Interface with Technology Unit software/systems engineers to drive technical solutions, identify deliverables, estimate work efforts, define milestones and manage resources
- Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, schedules, and budgets within the Microsoft environment, including Azure and Sharepoint.
- Help supervise the work of vendors and consultants.
- Ensure project milestones and deadlines are met and stakeholders are kept informed of project progress.
- Conduct project reviews and recommend and implement process improvements to enhance project outcomes.
- Ensure that projects align with the established project management methodology and adhere to project management principles.
- Report to Executive Project Manager with work progress on a regular basis as required
- Assist in conducting retrospectives on major projects and suggest process improvements, including opportunities to use technology to improve workflow and efficiency. Internal City Employees must apply through Employee Self-service (ESS), External Applicants must apply through NYC.gov/careers (;br />- Please search and apply to the job ID number listed above.
- Resume and cover letter are required for consideration.
- Note that only applicants under consideration will be contacted.
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Pursuant to Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) Commissioner s Directive No. 2020-20 (concerning the Recruitment of Personnel During the Covid-19 Crisis), New York City residency must be obtained within six months after Emergency Executive Order No.98 is rescinded. If that time has passed, residency must be obtained within 90 days of the start date. The CFB is an equal opportunity employer firmly committed to diversity. All individuals are encouraged to apply. If you anticipate needing any type of reasonable accommodation to apply for an employment opportunity, please contact or . The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, including or supplemented by twenty-four (24) semester credits in computer science, business administration or a related field and minimum of three (3) years of satisfactory full-time professional project management experience; or
2. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and six (6) years of full-time satisfactory project management as described in 1" above, including one (1) year in a leader capacity or as a major contributor in a complex project; or
3. A satisfactory combination of education and experience that is equivalent to (1) or (2) above. College education may be substituted for up to two years of the required experience in (2) above on the basis that sixty (60) semester credits from an accredited college is equated to one year of experience. A masters degree computer science, business administration or a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience in (1) or (2) above. However, all candidates must have a four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent, plus at least one (1) year of satisfactory full-time project management experience in a leader capacity or as a major contributor.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.