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DIVISION MANAGER (RECREATION/CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER)

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DIVISION MANAGER (RECREATION/CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER)

Salary

$102,024.92 - $141,588.90 Annually

Location

Ohio 45202, OH

Job Type

Full-time Unclassified

Job Number

25-02223

Department

Recreation Commission

Opening Date

11/03/2025

Closing Date

11/17/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

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General Statement of Duties

This employee provides the oversight, planning, and management of all financial matters of the Park Recreation Department. Assists the Director of Recreation in the administration of the Budgeting, Accounting, Investments, IT, and Financial units; shares responsibility for financial planning, Capital, Operating, and CDBG budgeting, and reporting on all fund balances, revenues generated, receipts, disbursements, monthly financial reports, debt management, and other financial reporting as required by the Director and City Administration. Performs special projects and related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)

(Illustrative only. Any one position may not require all of the listed KSAs nor do the listed examples include all the KSAs which may be required.)

Knowledge of:

Principals of financial management sufficient to direct professional staff and coordinate all aspects involved with fiscal requirements.

Generally accepted accounting principles and practices, Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB).

Debt management Principles and legal requirements of municipal/fiscal accounting. Principles of budget preparation, monitoring, and financial forecasting.

Preparation and interpretation of financial statements, financial analysis, federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.

Directing daily operations of department, analyzing workflow, establishing priorities, developing standards, and setting deadlines.

Principles and practices of management and supervision, cost accounting, investment management, recording, tracing, and reporting accounting information.

Government structure and process operating and capital improvements budget, automated financial accounting systems.

Departmental policies and procedures, cost benefit analysis, strategic financial planning, fleet management (fuel & preventive maintenance costs), and utility cost management.

National Incident Management System and Incident Command structure.

Preparing Official Statement information for Finance.

Reviewing various legal documents (contracts, official statements, RFQ, RFP, Professional Service contracts, purchase order agreements, etc.).

Inventory management, IT Application Systems (financial, document management, performance measurement, etc.), and Project Management

Skill to:

Operate appropriate computer equipment; use properly all related hardware and software systems, and operate city vehicle in the course of duty, operate calculators and related office equipment.

Ability to:

Implement and maintain positive employee relations.

Promote and maintain highest integrity throughout all personnel.

Analyze and manage effective EEO/AA programs.

Exercise a high degree of initiative, judgment, discretion, and decision-making to achieve objectives.

Work with all levels of City government on financial matters involving considerable explanation leading to decisions, agreement, or rejection on complex budget issues.

Develop practical and appropriate accounting procedures and systems using computer financial accounting system.

Coordinate all activities associated with operating and capital budgets.

Organize, analyze, interpret, and evaluate financial systems, taxation, and management data Exercise independent judgment on accounting matters.

Devise solutions to accounting and auditing problems.

Prepare meaningful, concise, and accurate reports.

Evaluate and analyze investments.

Interpret financial statements.

Plan, organize, and develop studies and analyses of methods and procedures.

Interact with outside organizations.

Communicate effectively in oral and written form.

Organize and present data.

Direct work of others.

Develop and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Required Education and Experience

RESUME AND TRANSCRIPT MUST BE ATTACHED OR YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED

Each applicant must have five years of experience in accounting, budget preparation, technical report writing, process improvement, research and development, computer expertise, and complex problem solving/decision making. A proven record of supervisory experience, achievement, and strong demonstrations of teamwork that motivates and builds high morale within a work program is required. Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills are essential. Each applicant must have a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university in accounting, finance, or business related discipline. A Master's Degree and Certified Public Accountant licensure is preferred.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Must have a valid Driver's License.

Must be an excellent communicator and team builder.

Must be able to work irregular hours.

Working and Physical Conditions

Examples of Work Performed

(Illustrative only. Any one position within this classification may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all of the tasks which may be performed.)

Reviews and monitors the financial and IT affairs of the department.

Interprets complex financial data within a framework of legal requirements and strategic direction.

Assures implementation of internal controls and generally accepted accounting procedures. Develops and implements financial policies and procedures and ensures compliance. Prepares and submits financial statements, budgets, budget adjustments, and other Commission reports to the Director of Recreation for the Recreation Commission approval. Prepares financial analysis of operations, reviews budgets and financial forecasts and prepares reports which outline the department's financial position in areas of revenues, expenses, fund balances, capital cost tracking, and budget monitoring.

Evaluates the organization's financial position and issues periodic reports on the organization's financial stability, liquidity, and growth.

Research and file for capital and operational grants from the state and federal governments. Responsible to work with the City's state and federal lobbyists to secure capital funding for Recreation projects.

Prepares and submits ordinance requests to the City Manager for City Council Approval. Oversees the development, design, and implementation of new applications and changes to existing computer systems and software packages.

Determines the Common Area Maintenance Charges assessed to the Banks Development project.

Works closely with the City Budget Director on all budgetary matters.

Prepares departmental strategies for short- and long-term financial planning for the department.

Prepares and reviews the financial impact of city financial documents.

This position is unclassified

Supervision Exercised

Exercises direct supervision over professional and technical staff.

Human Resources contact: Anthony Smith,[email protected]

The below information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available and is subject to change. Not all benefits listed are available for every position. Benefits can vary depending on applicable labor agreements and/or salary plan. For specific questions, contact the HR Contact indicated on the Job Posting.

The City of Cincinnati offers its employees competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package designed to actively attract and retain quality employees' to add additional value to the City of Cincinnati's workforce. A summary of these benefits for full-time employment is listed below. This is a general listing of benefits for all employees and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing for all bargaining units.

The City offers a variety of training programs, ranging from job-specific skills such as computer and equipment instruction, to helping supervisors improve their management techniques.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Cincinnati is dedicated to providing equal employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation or transgendered status, or ethnic, national or Appalachian origin, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.

Holidays

The City of Cincinnati has 11 paid holidays annually that include:

New Year's Day

Martin Luther King Day

President's Day

Memorial Day

Juneteenth

Independence Day

Labor Day

Veterans' Day

Thanksgiving Day

Day after Thanksgiving

Christmas

Health Insurance

The City of Cincinnati 80/20 offers 3 medical plans to all full time City of Cincinnati employees and eligible dependents: the 80/20 PPO medical plan, the HDHP medical plan with an HSA contribution, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement for those enrolled on another non-city eligible group plan.

Eligible dependents include:

Legal Spouse or Equal Partner

Child (natural child, adopted child, and/or child who the group has determined is covered under a "Qualified Medical Child Support Order")

Step-child

Child for whom the employee or employee's spouse/equal partner is a legal guardian

Basic Life Insurance

A $50,000 Basic Life Insurance policy is paid for by the City for certain eligible employees. Full time employees not eligible for the City-paid basic life insurance policy are generally provided a similar benefit through their union group.

Supplemental Life, Long Term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

Most full time City employees are eligible to participate in a supplemental life insurance program, a long term disability plan, and accident and critical illness insurance programs at their own expense. Premiums are determined by age, amount of coverage, and various additional factors.

Flexible Benefits Plans

Healthcare Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in the Healthcare Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay out-of-pocket medical, prescription, dental, and vision care expenses for employees and family members.

Dependent Care Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in a Dependent Care Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay work-related dependent care expenses. Participants can set aside money each year through pre-tax payroll deductions to pay for these expenses.

Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account

City employees can participate in a Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account (TERA) that can be used to reimburse expenses related to traveling to and from work. Participants can set-up a pre-tax payroll deduction up to an IRS regulated amount.

Healthy Lifestyles Program

City employees can voluntarily participate in a wellness incentive program that encourages and rewards employees and their spouses/equal partners for making positive choices for better health. The City of Cincinnati will contribute up to $300/year to a Health Reimbursement Account for each the employee and their spouse/equal partner for meeting specified program goals. These dollars can be used to offset qualified out-of-pocket medical expenses.

Integrated Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

This is a voluntary program that serves as an alternative healthcare option to traditional medical plans. If you have alternate group health coverage available to you through a spouse, equal partner, another job, or a non-city retirement plan, you may be eligible for this plan which reimburses you for the difference in premiums between the plans and your covered out of pocket expenses on the other plan.

Retirement Plan

The City provides a defined benefit pension plan for part-time and full-timeemployees. New hires and re-hired employees are required to participate in the City of Cincinnati's Retirement System (CRS), regardless of previous participation in an Ohio State pension system or any another state or federal pension system. CRS is funded by employer and employee contributions, and investment returns from plan assets. CRS provides retirement and health care benefits subject to eligibility requirements. The following groups are excluded from participation in CRS: Mayor and Members of City Council; Sworn Police & Fire; Police Recruits; and Rehired Ohio Police & Fire Retirees.

Deferred Compensation

As an Ohio government employer, the City offers employees the ability to participate in a 457(b) tax-deferred retirement savings plan. The City makes an annual match to your 457(b) of up to $750, or as otherwise specified in applicable regulations and union contracts.

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Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. Typing "See attached resume" is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. I have read and understand the above statement.

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Which best describes your highest level of education completed?

+ High School Diploma or GED

+ Some College

+ Associates degree

+ Bachelors degree

+ Masters degree

+ Doctoral Degree

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How many years of experience do you have in accounting, budget preparation, technical report writing, process improvement, research and development, computer expertise, and complex problem solving/decision making?

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General Accounting Experience: Describe your experience utilizing the following knowledge: Knowledge of: •Generally accepted accounting principles and practices and auditing standards. •Principles and practices of financial record keeping and reporting. •Business systems for revenue forecasting, investments, debt service, taxation, inventory, etc. •Preparation and interpretation of basic financial statements. •Payroll accounting and time and labor billing. •Fixed assets and property management accounting.

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Municipal Accounting Experience: Describe your experience utilizing the following knowledge and ability: Knowledge of: •Federal, state, and local income tax laws and their application. •Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations; Cincinnati Municipal Tax Code. •Governmental accounting and auditing standards. Ability to: •Apply generally accepted accounting principles to municipal accounting tasks.

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Budgeting/Financial Analysis:/Auditing Experience: Describe your experience utilizing the following knowledge and abilities: Knowledge of: •Principles of budget preparation and financial forecasting. Ability to: •Analyze and interpret accounting/financial information and systems. •Exercise independent judgment to devise solutions to accounting and auditing problems. •Identify and correct errors in accounting records; examine and verify routine financial documents and reports. •Monitor grant applications, expenditures, and interpretations.

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Do you have a valid drivers license?

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Do you understand your RESUME and OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS must be attached or your application will be rejected?

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Did you attach your resume? Your resume must be attached in order to be considered for this position.

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Did you submit a copy of your college degree or official transcript?

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Employer

City of Cincinnati

Address

805 Central Avenue Suite 200

Cincinnati, Ohio, 45202

Phone

513-352-2400

Website

http://agency.governmentjobs.com/cincinnati/default.cfm