Senior Management Analyst - Finance

City-of-Fort-Lauderdale,-Fl; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle allowance: $250/month

Six additional management vacationDays

Job summary

The City of Fort Lauderdale seeks an experienced professional to support a designated department through surveys, research, analyses, and performance improvements that align with the City's Quality Management System. This management-level role involves leading complex studies, coordinating stakeholders, and driving data-informed decisions to enhance city services.

Responsibilities include implementing best practices in analytics, directing large-scale performance initiatives, and preparing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Public or Business Administration or a closely related field.
• 3 to 5 years of progressively responsible professional experience in analytics or performance management; executing large scale performance, process improvement or other similar projects.
• To claim Veterans’ Preference, attach to the application a copy of military separation papers (DD214) and service-connected disability documentation as applicable per Florida statutes.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates process improvement programs to identify, manage, and improve core processes.
• Manages and develops systems and strategic initiatives that improve measured performance.
• Conducts comparative research for best practice identification and innovative service delivery models that can be replicated or tailored for the City.
• Works with departments to identify and define goals and performance measures related to core processes; establishes reporting methodology and frequency; assists with data analysis to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Recommends and implements best practices in business analytics at a senior level of expertise within budget constraints.
• Manages survey analysis and links results to the Strategic Plan; collaborates with departments to interpret results and improve services or processes.

Skills

Process improvement

Data analysis

Survey analysis

Performance management

Stakeholder communication

Meeting facilitation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Public or Business Administration or related field

Tools

P-Card program management

Job description

This is a professional position supporting a designated department by conducting surveys and performing research and statistical analyses; coordinating and participating in organizational studies; developing recommendations based on findings; and directing and executing large scale performance and process improvement programs. The position supports the management of the City's Quality Management System. The is a classified position covered by the Personnel Rules. This is a Management Category III position which includes six (6) additional Management Vacation Days and a Vehicle Allowance of $250/month. Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.

• Facilitates process improvement programs to, identify, manage, and improve core processes.
• Manages and develops systems and strategic initiatives that improve measured performance.
• Conducts comparative research for best practice identification and innovative service delivery models that can be replicated or tailored for the City.
• Works with departments to identify and define goals and performance measures related to core processes; establishes reporting methodology and frequency; assists with the analysis of data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Recommends and implements best practices in business analytics at a senior level of expertise within the constraints of a budget.
• Manages survey analysis and links results to the Strategic Plan; works with departments to understand results, refine or improve services or processes to improve results.
• Conducts complex internal management analysis projects and studies. Emphasis is on collecting, analyzing, and summarizing large amounts of data into useful information; developing process maps; facilitating work sessions; coordinating work tasks with other departments when applicable; and assisting departments with operational decisions or modifications of departmental procedures.
• Analyzes and presents results based on research and best practices.
• Attends a variety of meetings with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Participates on teams to complete special projects aimed at having significant positive impact to City operations
• Facilitates meetings as required
• Prepares reports to communicate key information to senior management related to data analysis, performance measures, process improvement activities, and strategic planning.
• Tracks Performance Measures for the department
• Performs related work as required.

Purchasing Card Program Administration Duties

• Serves as the Purchasing Card (P-Card) Administrator;
• Oversees the P-Card program for the City; reviews P-Card charges; audits the program to ensure charges being made are appropriate
• Drafts new policies based on the needs of the City; edits older City policies to update and include modern language and standards
• Prepares monthly financial report; compiles the Finance Business Plan and Budget, including major accomplishments of the prior year and upcoming projects

Minimum Job Requirements

1. Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Public or Business Administration or a closely related field
2. Three (3) to five (5) years of progressively responsible professional-level experience with analytics or performance management; executing large scale performance, process improvement or other similar projects. Additional qualifying experience or completion of coursework at an accredited college or university in a job-related field, may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience or education.
3. To claim Veterans’ Preference, candidates must attach to the application a copy of military separation papers (DD214) and service-connected disability documentation (if applicable) to meet eligibility requirements as stipulated by Florida Statues. For additional information, please refer to the Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs. (link: https://floridavets.org/benefits-services/veterans-preference/)

Physical Standards Required to Perform Essential Job Functions

The position is generally sedentary. Employees sit most of the time but may walk or stand for brief periods of time.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The City of Fort Lauderdale receives a high volume of applications, so not every applicant who meets the minimum qualifications will be guaranteed an interview. Candidates are selected for interviews based on how closely their education and work experience match the specific requirements of the position.

Applicants will be subject to an extensive selection and screening process, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written; oral and performance-based testing; skills assessment; interview; employment check, background investigation; medical examination; and drug screen. For Public Safety positions, the process additionally includes polygraph examinations and psychological evaluations. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.

All applicants, including current City of Fort Lauderdale employees, need to fully detail their work experience on the employment application. Applicants must ensure that all required documents submitted are in a format that is acceptable, clear, and legible. It is the applicant’s responsibility to update their online profile with accurate personal information, work history, education, and certifications each time they submit a new application. Incomplete applications may result in disqualification.

The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Veteran’s Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace.