Job Title
Business Manager
Location
Henrico, VA, US
Organization Name
County of Henrico Department of Social Services
About Us
Henrico County, a progressive employer of choice, provides job seekers with the promise of fair and competitive compensation; a close-knit atmosphere with low employee turnover; and a benefits package that helps secure financial stability.
Established in 1611, Henrico County has deep historical roots. Henrico County borders the City of Richmond to the west, north and east and constitutes approximately a third of the Richmond metropolitan areas. Henrico County is among the top-rated counties in the nation and was one of the first localities to adopt the County Manager Form of Government. Citizens of Henrico County are represented by an elected Board of Supervisors representing five magisterial districts.
Henrico County General Government currently has more than 30 agencies. Department Heads are appointed by the County Manager, with the exception of the elected constitutional officers. Henrico County is an equal opportunity employer and, when you join us, you will be surrounded by fellow associates who come from all walks of life, all types of cultural backgrounds and all ages.
General Statement of Duties
Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, April 7, 2025.
Manages the financial, office automation and office support staff function of an agency and serves as a member of the agency's management team; does related work as required.
Essential Duties
General Statement of Duties:
The Business Manager for Social Services is responsible for all aspects of the Department’s budget, including the budget of the Children’s Services Act. The Business Manager also oversees building operations as part of the Administration Division. This position directly supervises an Accountant II and a Management Specialist.
Essential Duties:
Budget responsibilities:
- Prepares Annual Operating Budget of projected expenditures in detail by line item and in summary with supporting narrative information, for submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).
- Prepares budget presentations and responds to inquiries from the OMB, the County Manager, the County Board of Supervisors, and other key officials.
- Monitors expenditures & revenues preparing budget amendments & transfer of appropriations as needed.
- Conducts ongoing analysis of state budget allocations and identifies solutions to make state allocations commensurate to County appropriations.
- Reviews Central Service Cost Allocation documents annually to ensure cost allocation methodology is sound and that there is no duplication in expenditure reporting.
- Prepares detailed revenue spreadsheets to ensure revenue is received & correctly posted in state and federal accounts.
- Reviews and monitors monthly Medicaid reports received and identifies incorrect charges requiring adjustment.
- Prepares complex analyses of anticipated expenses and revenues for the Children’s Services Act and is a member of the Henrico Policy and Management Team.
- Prepares and presents bi-monthly financial and statistical reports of program expenses to the Board of Social Services.
Building Operations:
- Oversees the purchase, tracking and disposition of department assets.
- Manages building maintenance, vehicle fleet and capital improvement projects.
Management responsibilities:
- Manages staff:
- Recommends hiring, transfer, promotion, and termination of personnel within the limits of appropriate HR policy and guidelines.
- Onboarding & orientation for new hires.
- Staff development & performance review.
- Serves on the Department’s executive & leadership teams.
- Leads the Department in the development & implementation of strategic plans.
- Promotes a culture of professionalism, professional development, and continuous learning & improvement.
- Serves on task forces, committees & other organizations related to the work of the Department and the County.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a bachelor's degree in business, public administration or accounting, and three (3) years of accounting, financial management or related experience, preferably including one (1) year in a supervisory capacity; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Additional Information
A criminal history record check and fingerprinting is conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee.
How To Apply
Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, April 7, 2025.
You apply for positions with Henrico County general government through our on-line applicant system, which is available 24-hours a day, 7-days a week with an Internet connection. Please access our job site portal though https://henrico.gov/services/jobs or click on the Jobs link in the upper right hand corner of our main County page at https://henrico.gov.
Minimum Salary
72875
Maximum Salary
134057
Currency
USD
Main Organization
General Government
General Government
Employment Status
Permanent Fulltime
Permanent Full-time
Amount of Travel
Work At Home