FINANCE BUDGET AND SYSTEMS MANAGER

1st application review date will be held on January 6, 2026.

BASIC FUNCTION

Responsible for the preparation of the county’s annual operating and capital budgets, interim budget-related financial reports and the revenue forecast and managing the financial systems team. Acts for and on behalf of the Director of Finance as assigned.

Job offers are contingent on successful completion of employment verification and background checks. Snohomish County will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States.

For any questions, reach out to SHR-Talent@snoco.org

Statement Of Essential Job Duties

• Coordinates the development of the County-wide budget.
• Plans, coordinates and manages the Budget and Systems Division in the preparation and publication of the county’s annual operating and capital budgets.
• Meets with department leaders, managers and staff of other county departments about a wide variety of financial concerns and issues including capital and operating budgeting plans, financing alternatives, and risk management topics.
• Plans, coordinates and manages the systems staff responsible for participating in and coordinating with Information Services, the design, maintenance, and modification of automated financial systems, including the general ledger system, the budget development tool, management reporting systems, and related systems.
• When requested present County budgets and interim budget reports to the county council; responds to questions regarding the information requested.
• Supervises, reviews and evaluates the work of staff as necessary; recommends to director various personnel actions such as promotion, demotion, discipline, reassignment, hiring and termination of employees; reviews staff decisions in relation to departmental policies and objectives.
• Develops, recommends and implements approved operating and capital budgetary policies and procedures; supervises the development of and reviews and approves all budget forms and revisions of budget related documents; reviews reports and statements developed by division employees for adherence to budget and legal requirements; oversees preparation of annual budgets, budget reports, and other reports as required.
• Supervises the preparation of a variety of studies, including organizational and management analysis; provides advice and assistance to all levels of management on a variety of budgetary matters.
• Represents the County on Boards as directed by the Executive, responsible to communicate and implement the Counties’ policies and direction.
• Prepares the annual work plan, goals, and objectives for the budget division; reviews, analyzes and coordinates the implementation of policies and procedures with other divisions and departments as necessary.
• Prepares the division’s annual budget; administers the division’s approved budget and monitors expenditures.
• Supervises the department’s customer service and systems support functions, Budget and Systems Division staff.
• Reviews and makes recommendations on all budget transfers and revisions, supplemental and emergency appropriation requests
  
  

Statement Of Other Job Duties

• Performs duties of Budget and Systems Division for a group of county agencies.
• Performs related duties as required.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration, economics or a closely related field; AND, six (6) years of experience in budgetary or financial analysis which includes at least three (3) years of supervisory experience; OR, any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities. Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Master of Business Administration (MBA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation preferred. Strong oral and written communication skills, and strong computer, digital and technical skills, including proficiency with spreadsheets, document creation, databases, and presentation or visualization tools. Successful completion of job-related assessments is required.

Knowledge And Abilities

Knowledge of:

• principles and practices of operating, capital budgeting and financial management as applied to public jurisdictions;
• governmental Generally Accepted Accounting Practices;
• principles and practices of program planning, organizations and administration;
• federal, state and local laws, rules, regulations governing public sector budget preparation and administration with particular emphasis on the State of Washington Budgeting, Accounting & Reporting System (BARS Act);
• office computer systems and software;
• principles and procedures of personnel management and effective supervision;
  
  

Ability To

• coordinate the development of a comprehensive multi-million-dollar budget;
• interpret administrative directives and use initiative and sound judgment in applying to work situations;
• exercise good judgment as to when to act independently and when to refer situations to a higher authority;
• establish and maintain effective work relationships with elected officials, department leader, associates, staff, and with the general public;
• analyze the potential impact of social and economic trends on county programs;
• analyze and effectively present the relative advantages and disadvantages of alternative courses of action;
• analyze and effectively present revenue and expenditure data and take effective action to resolve problems;
• analyze and effectively present and evaluate the economic, political and social impact and consequences of administrative policies and actions;
• effectively supervise, review and evaluate the work of staff;
• communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing;
• operate office systems, equipment, and technology;
• plan and schedule the work of others;
• listen to customers and respond to their needs;
• promote organizational mission, vision and values
  
  

SUPERVISION

Work is performed under the general direction of senior-level leadership or designee as designated by the county. The position operates with a high level of independence and exercises considerable judgement in addressing County departmental needs related to the County budget. This position manages staff of the Budget and Systems Division and ensures the effective functioning of the teams and operations. Work is reviewed through conferences and reports, and the employee is held accountable for the attainment of program goals and objectives.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work is performed in the standard office environment with extended periods of computer and desk work using standard office equipment. Duties may include sitting, standing, walking, bending or occasionally lifting and moving materials weighing up to 35 pounds, with reasonable accommodation as needed. Work is generally performed during standard business hours; however, evenings, weekends, holidays and occasional out-of-county travel may be required.

Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.

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