Airport Finance & Business Manager

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF CLASS

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Prepares and administers departmental budget(s) while assisting the Airport Director and Airport Assistant Director(s) in planning, organizing, and directing financial activities supporting the airport's operations.
• Prepares monthly financial reports for the Airport Director and Airport Assistant Director(s).
• Manages accounting clerks and other staff members, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback to ensure efficient and effective business operations.
• Serves as a liaison with Finance, Payroll, Risk Management & Purchasing, and other business unit personnel within and across the City.
• Conducts research, prepares financial reports, budgets, forecasts, and other documents, and provides recommendations to support decision-making and strategic planning.
• Coordinates with department managers to develop and monitor departmental budgets, ensuring compliance with budgetary guidelines and allocation of resources to support operational needs.
• Monitors compliance with financial policies, procedures, and regulations, identifying and addressing discrepancies or issues as needed to ensure accurate financial reporting and accountability.
• Supports the procurement process, including vendor selection, contract negotiation, and purchase order processing.
• Supports grants management with the FAA, FDOT, and other government agencies, including pre-application, grant application, compliance, reporting, and reimbursement processes.
• With the support of the Airport Engineer, maintains the airport's Joint Airport Capital Improvement Planning (JACIP) portal, administered by the FAA and FDOT, which includes grant management and project profiles.
• Collaborates with external auditors, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders to facilitate financial audits, reviews, and assessments, providing necessary documentation and support to ensure compliance and transparency.
• Implements and maintains financial systems, software, and controls to enhance financial operations' efficiency, accuracy, and security
• May be required to participate in and/or facilitate training to support departmental or City initiatives and requirements.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed, and to respond to financial emergencies outside of regular business hours.
• Position is designated Emergency and Essential.

QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE)

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Five or more years of experience in financial management, accounting, or business administration.
• Three years in a supervisory position.

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must possess and maintain a valid telephone number.
• Master of Accountancy (MAcc) / Master of Business Administration (MBA) is preferred.
• Airport Certified Employee – Finance (ACE – Finance) is preferred.
• Must pass a ten-year fingerprint-based criminal history records check (CHRC) and security threat assessment (STA) ongoing.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Demonstrated knowledge of accounting principles, financial analysis, budgeting, financial reporting, grant management, forecasting / financial modeling, investment analysis, data analysis, and strategic planning.

• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Skilled in using computer-based applications, including but not limited to operating Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other typical software applications used in an office environment.

• Excellent leadership abilities, with a track record of motivating teams, driving results, and fostering innovation.
• Ability to read and accurately interpret complex financial and accounting documents and legal contracts.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to write reports and provide documented recommendations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with airport users, tenants, contractors, government agencies, City employees, and the public.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new knowledge and skills as needed quickly.

• The job requires sedentary work with some walking or standing, exerting up to 10 pounds of force regularly, and routine keyboard use.
• The job has no significant environmental hazards.
• The job requires normal visual acuity, field of vision, hearing, speaking, color perception, sense of smell, depth perception, and texture perception.