Company Description

A best-in-class city that attracts best-in-class talent, Philadelphia is an incredible place to build a career. From our thriving arts scene and rich history to our culture of passion and grit, there are countless reasons to love living and working here. With a workforce of over 30,000 people, and more than 1,000 different job categories, the City of Philadelphia offers boundless opportunities to make an impact. 
As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.

What We Offer:
•    Impact - The work you do here matters to millions. 
•    Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it? 
•    Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.
•    Benefits - We care about your well-being.
 

The Office of Innovation & Technology (OIT) is the central IT agency for the City of Philadelphia headed by the Chief Information Officer (CIO). OIT oversees all major information and communications technology initiatives for the City of Philadelphia - increasing the effectiveness of the information technology infrastructure, where the services provided are advanced, optimized, and responsive to the needs of the City of Philadelphia’s businesses, residents, and visitors. OIT responsibilities include: identifying the most effective approach for implementing new information technology directions throughout city government; improving the value of the city’s technology assets and the return on the city’s technology investments; ensuring data security continuity; planning for continuing operations in the event of disruption of information technology or communications services; and supporting accountable, efficient and effective government across every city department, board, commission and agency.

Job Description

In partnership with the Department of Revenue, the IT Application Support team is responsible for the support of applications that fulfill the mission of timely, courteous, and prompt collection of all revenue due to the City of Philadelphia. This includes the billing and collection of water and sewer charges. The Water Revenue Bureau provides all billing and collection functions for water and sewer charges, ensuring that the Philadelphia Water Department has the financial resources needed to provide reliable, high-quality water to Philadelphia residents, businesses, and communities. 

Under the direction of the IT Director this position will serve has a financial liaison between the Innovation of Technology department and The Department of Revenue. The IT Financial Manager is responsible for directing, reviewing and coordinating all IT related accounting, budget preparation, budget analysis, procurement, invoices, and contracts. Work involves technical direction to staff in resolving problems encountered in the provision of financial and accounting services. This position is regularly involved in projects alongside Project Managers and Business Analyst’s for effective budget planning and procurement processing. The IT Finance Manager is responsible for defining the strategy and implementation of Financial Management, while adhering to best practices and industry standards. Position leads all day-to-day IT financial operations, with functional responsibility forecasting management and approval.  

Essential Functions
Technical Solution Management
•    Serves as the principal point of contact on all financial matters for IT Revenue  
•    Assess, approve, initiate, and track procurement requests  
•    Help support the IT department in understanding the financial costs incurred-to-date and to budget for future costs. 
•    Review, approve, and track vendor invoices  
•    Completion of yearly IT Revenue Water Revenue and General Funds budget  
•     Work collaboratively with Revenue Department, Innovation of Technology, Finance, Procurement, and Law  
•    Provide analytical support in order to drive IT cost management, budgeting and strategic initiatives. 
•    Asset management  
•    Renewal, extension, and RFP support for Revenue related IT contracts  
•    Oversee all maintenance/support contracts  
•    Manage spreadsheet design that is often complex to provide in-depth financial analysis and providing expert financial perspective and opinions 
•    Maintains a regular cadence with business partners for monthly budget vs. actual reports and forecast updates. 
•    Assigns and reviews work to assigned lower-level employees  
•     Performs related work as required.  

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
•    the computerized information systems utilized by a large municipality 
•    computer software for government and procurement, finance, and contracts 
•    project management principles and practices 
•    ADPICS – Advanced Purchasing Inventory Control System  
•    ACIS – Automated Contract Information System  
•    FAMIS- Financial Accounting Management Information System 
•    PHL Contracts- City portal for procurement and contract management  
•    examining and analyzing financial records 
•    preparing a variety of computerized accounting statements and reports 
 

Qualifications

We care more about what you can do than where you learned how to do it.  That said, a bachelor’s degree is a good foundation for the work, and job-related experience around the competencies above is acceptable as well.  The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience in finance or procurement. 

Additional Information

Salary Range: $80,000 - $86,000

Important: To apply, candidates must provide a cover letter and resume.

Work Setting: in-person (onsite)

Discover the Perks of Being a City of Philadelphia Employee:
•    We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
•    Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
•    Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
•    Generous retirement savings options are available
•    Pay off your student loans faster - As a qualifying employer, City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Join the ranks of hundreds of employees who have already benefited from this program and achieved student loan forgiveness.
•    Enjoy a Free Commute on SEPTA - Starting September 1, 2023, eligible City employees will no longer have to worry about paying for SEPTA public transportation. Whether you're a full-time, part-time, or provisional employee, you can seize the opportunity to sign up for the SEPTA Key Advantage Program and receive free Key cards for free rides on SEPTA buses, trains, trolleys, and regional rails.
•    Unlock Tuition Discounts and Scholarships - The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area, ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships. Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses, extending not only to City employees but in some cases, spouse and dependents too!
Join the City of Philadelphia team today and seize these incredible benefits designed to enhance your financial well-being and personal growth!

*The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire

Effective May 22, 2023, vaccinations are no longer required for new employees that work in non-medical, non-emergency or patient facing positions with the City of Philadelphia. As a result, only employees in positions providing services that are patient-facing medical care (ex: Nurses, doctors, emergency medical personnel), must be fully vaccinated.

The City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not permit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. If you believe you were discriminated against, call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at 215-686-4670 or send an email to faqpchr@phila.gov.