Hello, we’re Metro ! Metro is dedicated to shaping a better future for the greater Portland region. The work the people of Metro do every day benefits the lives of the people who live here, today, and tomorrow.

Do you have project management skills to be able to organize, direct, and evaluate a budget development process? Are you proficient in excel, adept at navigating financial systems, possess a thorough understanding of internal controls, and can do accounting analysis and complex reconciliations? Do you demonstrate mastery in communicating complex financial information to diverse audiences, both verbally and in writing? And have a deep commitment to public service and diversity, equity, and inclusion? If so, we may have the position for you.

The Finance and Regulatory Services Department is seeking an experienced Budget Manager that will work closely with the Financial Planning Director, agency leadership, embedded finance managers, and departmental directors and managers. This position will support the agency’s budget processes, prepare public budget documents, administer the budget legal and compliance rules, administer agency debt compliance, provide technical oversight of budget systems, and will work collaboratively with multiple departments.

As the Budget Manager you will

Organizes, manages, and administers the Agency’s annual budget, scheduled budget amendments, supplemental budgets, and prepares all supporting budget documents.
Develops the Agency’s budget calendar, establishes budget assumptions, guides the Agency’s budget process, prepares formal budget documents within the confines of Oregon budget law compliance, and prepare appropriate budget legal filings.
Develop, propose, and implement budget preparation policies and procedures. This includes communication and collaboration of key budgetary issues that are identified and addressed by Metro’s Council, Chief Operating Officer (COO), Deputy Chief Operating Officer’s (DCOOs), Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Financial Planning Director.
Support the Council and COO Offices in their budget development and management.
Manages the agency’s budgetary information system, review annual system updates, project manage system needs and consultant relationships, and coordinate and reconcile with the ERP system for articulation of financial information.
Leading updates, changes, and improvements on the formal budget procedures to a more electronic format and systems-based processes.
Supervises staff that support the budget process and other central financial duties that include calculating the central cost allocation plan, federal indirect rates, journal entries, and other accounting and reporting functions.
Performs debt management functions including maintenance of debt service schedules and payments, bond and debt financial records, budgeting for debt service and computation of related property tax assessments.
Oversees the delivery of the central cost allocation plan, reviews and analyzes Agency federal indirect rates, and creates and uses other financial models as necessary.
Assures maintenance of all financial, bond records, electronic and paper, in accordance with requirements of Metro retention schedules.
Provide supervision to a Finance Analyst, assigning and overseeing work, conducting performance reviews, supporting professional growth, and any disciplinary actions.
Works with the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion department and data teams to support and manage the budget equity process and documentation of performance metrics.

Attributes for success

Knowledge of Oregon local budget law.
Has first-rate written and verbal communication skills.
Talent to create and present information to diverse audiences.
Excellent organization, research, and collaboration skills.
Expert ability to prioritize, work on tight deadlines and make sound recommendations.
Proven ability building and maintaining positive working relationships with all levels of the organization including, elected officials and outside stakeholders.
Go beyond initial requests to explore higher level implications and highlight issues.
Proven ability to be flexible and respond quickly to changing requests and priorities.
Has strong system analytical skills.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
At Metro, we strive to cultivate diversity, advance equity, and practice inclusion in all of its work. This means attracting and empowering a workforce that is inclusive of a broad range of human qualities. Workplace diversity is both a moral imperative and a business strength, essential to providing quality support and services to our region. Metro’s goal is to hire, develop and retain highly skilled and talented individuals across all departments and programs who best reflect the diversity of our community.

Learn more about Metro’s Diversity Action Plan

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 Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field; AND
Four years of progressively responsible experience with financial/accounting/budgetary reporting and/or public accounting; OR
Any combination of education, professional, volunteer and lived experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the classification duties and responsibilities.

If this statement is true for you, then you may be ineligible to apply
If you were terminated for cause during any employment with Metro, or resigned in lieu of termination, you may be ineligible for rehire for a minimum of 3 years.

Hybrid Telework
At this time, this position is designated as “hybrid telework.” You will have the option to work away from the office, although there may be times that coming into the office will be required. The manager will work with you to identify a schedule that balances the operational needs of the department and your needs. Employees must reside in Oregon or Washington to work at Metro.

Like to have qualifications
You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider them 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.

At least one year of experience supervising a team, collaborating, and assisting in continued training for the growth of individuals.
Continuously seeks ways to improve efficiencies and service to the public.
Knowledge of Oregon Budget Law in compliance implementation/regulation.

SCREENING AND EVALUATION

The application packet: The application packet consists of the following required 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 online application that includes
1. The number of employees supervised.
2. Three work related references with updated telephone numbers and electronic contact details.
A cover letter addressing how you have managed communication and collaboration both in-person and in remote environments helping to facilitate the understanding around technical financial information and administrative rules.

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)

COMPENSATION, BENEFITS AND REPRESENTATON

The full-salary range for this position is Step 1 $99,695.00 to Step 7 $133,601.00 annually. However, unless a candidate’s qualifications justify, based on the Oregon Pay Equity Act requirements and Metro’s internal equity review process, the appointment will likely be made between Step 1 $99,695.00 the equity range Step 5 $121,180.00

This position is not eligible for overtime and is non-represented. It is classified as a Program Supervisor II.

Classification descriptions are typically written broadly and do not include the specific duties and responsibilities of the positions. View the classification description.

Questions?
Recruiter: Kara Hill
Email: Kara.Hill@oregonmetro.gov 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.

Accommodation
Metro will gladly provide a reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter outlined in the job announcement in advance to request assistance.

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.

Hybrid Telework
Positions designated as “hybrid telework,” meaning you will have the option to work away from the office, although there may be times that coming into the office will be required. The designation of Hybrid Telework may be subject to change at a future time. All employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; Metro cannot support ongoing telework from other locations.

Pay equity at Metro
No matter who you are or where you work at Metro, you deserve to be paid fairly for the work you do. Every worker must get equal pay for equal work regardless of your gender, race, age, or other protected characteristics. Metro has established processes and conducts routine pay equity reviews as part of the hiring process to ensure compliance with the 2017 Oregon Pay Equity Act.

Online applications
Metro accepts job applications online. If you need assistance or accommodation with your application, or access to a computer, please contact the recruiter outlined in the job announcement in advance to request assistance.

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