Budget and Performance Management Coordinator (Financial Specialist III)

Under the general direction of the Land Development Services (LDS) Finance Branch Manager, this position manages the budget development process; performs advanced professional fiscal work, responsible for performance, analysis, and review of budget and fiscal management work for agency to ensure all operations are within budget; works with senior managers to develop and understand their budgets; and manages the framework for performance management for the Land Development Services agency. Our department also serves as the gateway to much of the county's economic development, reviewing over 30,000 building and site plan submissions, issuing nearly 70,000 building permits, and conducting over 220,000 building and site inspections each year.

Fairfax County boasts a top-notch school system, safe neighborhoods, thousands of acres of parkland, and bustling town centers. County government sits at the heart of this dynamic community of almost 1.2 million residents and seeks employees eager to bring their energy, enthusiasm and skills to serve Fairfax residents and to shape the county's future. Land Development Services (LDS) is the steward of the county's land development and building construction codes and regulations, and its staff members embrace their essential role as "first preventers." Every day, through careful review, permitting and inspection of site and building construction, our staff protect the health, safety, welfare, and environment for those who live in, work in, and visit Fairfax County. Our department also serves as the gateway to much of the county's economic development, reviewing over 30,000 building and site plan submissions, issuing nearly 70,000 building permits, and conducting over 220,000 building and site inspections each year. If you would like to join a creative, collaborative, innovative team doing meaningful work, then LDS is the place for you.

Under the general direction of the Land Development Services (LDS) Finance Branch Manager, this position manages the budget development process; performs advanced professional fiscal work, responsible for performance, analysis, and review of budget and fiscal management work for agency to ensure all operations are within budget; works with senior managers to develop and understand their budgets; and manages the framework for performance management for the Land Development Services agency. This includes from budget conception thru audit inquiries. Assists the LDS Finance Branch Manager and Director of LDS at meetings and presentations to Industry, Department of Management and Budget (DMB) and Board of Supervisors (BOS) relating to the LDS budget and performance indicators. 

Manages and oversees the ongoing reconciliation of all financial accounts, accounts payable procedures and work product. Assists agency staff with preparing for procurements by assisting with scopes of work, technical specifications and timelines for an approved purchase order. Is responsible for recruitment, onboarding, offboarding, supervision, professional development, and performance of financial teams. Assist with oversight analysis, management, and development of LDS revenue. Conducts financial analysis and develops projections for short term and long-term forecasting of revenue & expenditure. Provides regular financial projection updates to Finance Manager. Oversees the ongoing reconciliations of all accounts, the LDS bank account and the cashier's office and revenue team. Oversees deposits all funds collected in a timely manner and in accordance with state, county code and local policy. 

Serves as the agency point of contact for revenue & expenditure related issues and makes recommendations concerning complex financial activity. Coordinates with agency Proffer team to ensure financial processing of proffers, bonds and agreements, and escrows. Works on financial projects upon request. Coordinates with division managers and program managers on review of fee schedule. Makes recommendations on modifications as necessary to improve service to customers. Monitors and evaluates internal controls, identifies any weaknesses, and recommends new controls and procedures. Complies with county, agency, and job specific training, including but limited to Emergency Management and Safety related courses. Provides exceptional customer support for services performed by the Department of Land Development Services and ensures compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and standards related to various activities within the agency's scope. A key responsibility is delivering timely and effective customer service through in-person phone, and virtual channels, with staff offering expertise to address real-time inquiries. 

Additionally, this position proactively collaborates with colleagues both within and outside the business unit to ensure efficient service delivery and timely resolution of customer needs. Continually seeks to expand safety knowledge through training, mentoring, self-study, or other methods of continuous learning. Clearly communicates safety expectations to employees within work unit. Resolves safety-related matters in a timely manner. Assist with recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding.

Note: This job advertisement is not intended to be all inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing business needs of the organization.