Fiscal Officer

Fiscal Officer

Salary

$80,537.60 - $84,510.40 Annually

Location

Albuquerque, NM

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2601261

Department

Health, Housing, Homelessness

Division

HH-Grant Clearing

Opening Date

07/14/2026

Closing Date

7/28/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Bargaining Unit

NU

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Position Summary

Provide and coordinate fiscal support and analysis functions to an assigned department; prepare financial status reports for all operating fund programs; oversee the assigned departments purchasing functions; coordinate operations related to finance, accounting management, budget and grant administration and perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Essential and Supplemental Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include but are not limited to the functions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Provide and coordinate fiscal support and analysis to an assigned department; assist in planning, developing and coordinating fiscal year budgets; prepare forecasts for assigned operating budgets; monitor and analyze expenditures.
• Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; establish schedules and methods for providing fiscal analysis services; implement policies and procedures.
• Prepare financial status reports for all operating fund programs; display budget expenditures, balances, projections and relevant financial information.
• Prepare various financial statements; analyze and identify problems related to the financial activities of the assigned department; perform short and long-term financial planning.
• Oversee the assigned departments purchasing functions; audit and authorize payments to vendors; audit change orders and determine and authorize funding for same.
• Research and approve all purchase order adjustments; revise orders according to contract obligations; research invoices for problems in billing.
• Calculate funding for supplemental agreements; determine source of funds and authorize increase to encumbrance; authorize additional services to outside consultants; determine additional funding sources.
• Initiate, research and authorize reimbursement to the City from State and Federal agencies; maintain files for auditing purposes.
• Design and monitor cost accounting systems and procedures; coordinate with information systems staff on various system problems, enhancements or upgrades.
• Oversee assigned department accounts receivable procedures; analyze and audit accounts receivable forms.
• Prepare accounts receivable billing in compliance with contracts, amortization schedules and other regulations; maintain accounts receivable logs, files and records.
• Plan, direct, coordinate and review the work plan for finance staff; assign work activities, projects and programs; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems.
• Plan, direct and manage long and short-term financial planning and daily financial activities including bond sales and meetings with underwriters.
• Perform rate analysis review; analyze rates and charges; determine revenue requirement; adjust rates and charges as necessary.
• Select, train, motivate and evaluate finance personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.
• Serve as the liaison for financial activities with other City departments, divisions and outside agencies; negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues.
• May assist in oversight of departmental payroll functions and activities and recommend process improvements as needed to ensure compliance with Federal FLSA and FMLA requirements, Workers Compensation, Personnel Rules & Regulations, City Collective bargaining agreements and Payroll policies.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide back up support to staff as required.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in accounting or business administration; and

Five (5) years of fiscal management experience; and

To include two (2) years of supervisory experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid New Mexico Drivers License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a City Operators Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.

Working Conditions

Environmental:

Office environment, exposure to computer screens.

Physical:

Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time.

Total Rewards. Total You.

The City of Albuquerque takes pride in offering our employees one of the most attractive Total Rewards packages in New Mexico. In addition to competitive salaries, the City provides benefit options for health, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more. The City also has pre-tax savings plans for healthcare, childcare, and parking. Employees participate in the state's public retirement system (PERA), with the City paying up to 75 percent of the employee's contribution. That's higher than any other contribution rate in the state of New Mexico!

Paid holidays? Check

Paid parental leave? Check

Paid birthdays off? Check

Vacation and sick leave starting Day 1? Check and check

Our people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community.

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Select the highest level of successfully completed related education as identified by the minimum requirements (if applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts).

• No High School Diploma
• High School Diploma or GED
• Non/degree accredited- Some College
• Associates
• Bachelors
• Masters
• Juris Doctorate
• Doctorate

02

Select the number of years of work experience you possess which relates to the minimum requirements, if applicable, add verifiable time in a temporary upgrade status and/or volunteer experience when selecting number of years.

• No experience
• 1 to less than 6 months
• 6 to less than 12 months
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years to less than 9 years
• 9 years to less than 10 years
• 10 years to less than 11 years
• 11 years to less than 12 years
• 12 years to less than 13 years
• 13 or more years

03

Do you possess the supervisory experience outlined in the minimum requirements? If you have successfully completed the City of Albuquerques Pre-Management Development Program (PMDP), please include two (2) additional years in your supervisory experience (attach certificate, if applicable).

• Yes
• No

04

Do you possess a valid New Mexico Drivers License, or have the ability to obtain by date of hire (attach a copy of your Drivers License)?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Albuquerque

Address 400 Marquette N.W.

Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87103

Phone 505 768-3700

Website http://CABQ.GOV