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Business System Director

Company: The City of Seattle Office City Finance
Location: Seattle , WA
Employment Type: Full Time
Date Posted: 12/04/2024
Expire Date: 02/04/2025
Salary: 100+
Job Categories:Executive Management

Job Description

Business System Director
Position Description

The Office of City Finance (OCF) is an autonomous independent office within the Department of Finance and Administrative Services (FAS). OCF is responsible for the financial operations of the City of Seattle. Working in partnership with the City’s Budget Director, OCF oversees the City’s financial control functions and enterprise reporting responsibilities. OCF, which includes approximately 130 employees, manages enterprise-wide transaction programs and is comprised of the following divisions: Citywide Accounting and Payroll Services, Treasury Services, Risk Management and Claims Processing, License and Tax Administration, Business Systems, Debt Management and Policy and Partnerships. OCF also supports the City Council and its staff by providing financial information and technical expertise as they develop financial policies.

Business Systems is one of the divisions in the Office of City Finance. The purpose of the division is to oversee City Finance’s engagement of the ERP systems in Finance and HR, Timekeeping and Payroll. This also includes tertiary systems supporting Treasury, License and Tax Management. The Business System division is composed of 30 staff with two deputy directors.

Job Purpose
This senior executive-level position and is a key member of the Office of City Finance Executive Team. The Business System Director develops and executes enterprise integration strategies that will improve collaboration in implementing business process areas for City Finance, HR, Timekeeping, and Payroll. The director understands business objectives and identifies technology solutions to solve business problems by working closely with the senior OCF team and other key stakeholders. The Business System Director is responsible for overseeing the effective operation of all applications in the ERP ecosystem and integrating data to various environments. The Business Systems Director will ensure solid, repeatable, documented processes and policies are in place, followed, and maintained.

Job Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:
As a key member of the executive leadership team, provide leadership and direction to the Business System teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

Oversee all technical aspects of project management, including planning, budgeting, staffing, and risk management. Work with key stakeholders to identify business requirements and translate them into best-in-class business solutions.

Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance within the systems managed by the division. Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy aligned with the business objectives, for both short-term execution and long-term system development.

Monitor and evaluate system performance, making necessary adjustments to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Cultivate and manage effective relationships with vendors and service providers.

Support the development of employees that improves performance, creates, and maintains a work environment that cultivates talent, and ensures the continuity of leadership for the organization.
Qualifications & Requirements
Qualifications
Leadership Skills: Proven executive leadership in managing a variety of financial and HR systems, including PeopleSoft, Workday and ADP. Demonstrated ability to multi-task and manage division/ team members' work efforts and priorities. Proven ability to manage and coordinate individuals with different professional backgrounds and personalities.

Business Acumen: Subject matter expertise proven experience in project management, strategic planning and implementation of system improvements. Knowledge of how to quickly understand and decompose financial, business, and technical concepts.

Equity and Inclusion: Demonstrates intellect of diversity, racial equity, and inclusion principles at an individual and organizational level, effectively working in a multicultural workplace, and can problem-solve without bias.

Analytical and problem-solving skills: Exhibits excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving complex issues. Eagerness to identify and solve complex problems. Past success in driving organizational change.

Communication Skills: Possesses robust competence in producing and delivering impactful presentations to diverse audiences, including senior leaders. Collaborative team player with strong skills in team building, conflict resolution, and effective group interaction across internal and external partnerships.

Project Management: Proven experience in project management, strategic planning, and implementation of system improvements. Ability to deal with ambiguity and willingness to lead change.


Minimum Qualifications:
Advanced skill using Microsoft Office Suite applications and project management tools and Agile methodologies.
Familiarity with governmental accounting regulations and compliance standards.
Qualified candidates must have a BS or BA degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Technology, Information Systems, or an equivalent degree.

Competitive candidates will also possess most/all of the following desired qualifications:
Certifications such as Project Management Professional, Scaled Agile etc.
Proven experience in PeopleSoft Financials and Workday (Financials and HCM)
Strong understanding of data integration (inbound and outbound)

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Additional Information
This opportunity is posted until filled. The first review of resumes will be on December 3, 2024.
The role requires residency in Washington State

Pay
The full salary range for this classification is $62.08 /hour - $102.42/hour. After a pay equity budget analysis, the salary range for this role has been identified as $ 81.41/ hour - $94.34/hour or $170,000 - $197,000 annually.

Offers of employment are contingent on verification of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process including a background check.

Benefits: The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holidays, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/be...

Application Process:
Please submit an online application, resume and a cover letter to be considered for this position. Your cover letter will serve as an example of how clearly and concisely you communicate in writing. In your cover letter, please include:

1. Why you are interested in this position.
2. How your skills and knowledge make you qualified

Your application will not be reviewed if these items are missing or incomplete.


Who May Apply:
This position is open to all individuals whose experience, skills, and abilities are aligned with the qualifications presented above. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, medical condition, or pregnancy. The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.

The Office of City Finance champions race and social justice and works progressively to realize the City's vision of racial equity by participating in the Race and Social Justice Initiative - RSJI, which requires fostering a relational culture and an openness to learn and apply new ideas and skills through an equity lens. Contact Information Company Description:
https://www.seattle.gov/city-finance

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