Police Financial Manager

Overview

The Tacoma Police Department is seeking a talented Financial Manager to be part of the leadership team in the Financial Services Division. The Financial Manager will lead a staff of three and oversee all financial operations including budgeting, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing, procurement, grants reporting, financial reporting, auditing, personnel organization management, and cash management functions. These activities are supported by SAP business processes.

This position is responsible for financial analysis, planning, and financial decision-making processes within the Tacoma Police Department.

If you are a strategic financial leader with a passion for public service and a track record of success in financial management, we encourage you to apply.

The City of Tacoma is located along the shores of Commencement Bay in Washington State and offers community parks, waterfront, hiking & biking trails, golf courses, museums, and a world-class zoo with an aquarium. Tacoma also provides access to natural landmarks such as Puget Sound, Mount Rainier National Park and the Olympic Peninsula.

The City provides medical, dental and vision benefits, paid holidays and personal time off, participation in Tacoma's Public Employees' Retirement System, and a variety of wellness opportunities. For more information on benefits, please explore the City of Tacoma Benefits.

Pay Details:

• Hourly: $63.11 - $88.86
• Annual Salary: $ - $

An equivalent combination to a Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, public administration or related field and four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in the preparation and management of governmental budgets, banking and investment activities of a government entity, or in general governmental accounting, including two (2) years of supervisory experience.

Note:

positions assigned to the Tacoma Police Department require an extensive background screening, including fingerprinting and/or a polygraph test.

• Cost and Revenue Analysis
• Principles and practices of budget preparation and sound cash management
• Techniques, methods, and terminology used in budget analysis and financial reporting
• Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment
• Strong oral and written communications skills
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy
• Principles and practices of supervision and training
• Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures
• City organization, operations, policies, and objectives

• Prepare preliminary and bi-annual budget for Tacoma Police Department
• Analyze, review and prepare financial reports and supporting documents
• Prepare forecasts, projections, and models related to financial position of Tacoma Police Department
• Review and evaluate complex financial information and make appropriate recommendations
• Monitor and approve budget expenditures, amendments, and re-appropriations
• Read, interpret, apply, and explain codes, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
• Meet schedules and timelines
• Work independently with little direction
• Plan and organize work
• Select, train, supervise, and evaluate personnel

To be considered for this career opportunity:

Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter describing your experience, training, and expertise as it relates to the responsibilities of this position. Please answer all supplemental questions fully. Applications received without all the requested materials may not progress in the selection process.

Applicants who have the strongest background related to the responsibilities of this position may be invited to participate in an interview and work assessment.

Appointment is subject to successful completion of an extensive police background check.

Communication from the City of Tacoma:
We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from tacoma.gov and/or  must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure timely notifications. Be aware that you may need to check junk mail folders.

The online application system requires a substantial amount of information. Be prepared to spend an hour or more entering the required information. To be considered, all materials must be submitted by the closing date and time listed on this job announcement.

For assistance with the application process or questions regarding this job announcement contact Human Resources at  by 4:00 pm on the closing date.